Djo's "Delete Ya" is a Synth-Soaked evolution that sticks with you
Joe Keery, better known as Djo in the music world, continues to push sonic boundaries with his latest single, "Delete Ya," a pulsing, ‘80s-inspired track that signals a thrilling shift in his artistic trajectory. As the second preview of his highly anticipated album The Crux—set to drop April 4—the song embraces a slicker, more electronic sound, trading the psychedelic textures of his earlier work for something sharper, moodier, and irresistibly catchy.
From the first notes, "Delete Ya" transports listeners straight into a neon-lit dreamscape, its crisp production reminiscent of The Police at their most new-wave, yet unmistakably modern. A driving, synth-laden groove lays the foundation for Keery’s signature monotone yet emotionally charged vocals, giving the track a detached coolness that only amplifies its anthemic quality. Unlike the warm, kaleidoscopic production of Twenty Twenty and DECIDE, this latest release leans into robotic precision, a fitting evolution for an artist constantly reshaping his sound.
The chorus—punchy, repetitive, and addictive—cements "Delete Ya" as a surefire earworm. The lyrics, though minimal, are effective in their delivery, capturing an almost existential detachment that mirrors the song’s synthetic heartbeat. It’s a breakup track, but not in the traditional sense—less a cry of anguish, more a methodical pressing of the "erase" button on a past relationship.
While Keery’s previous work thrived in rich, layered arrangements, here he opts for sleek simplicity, allowing each sonic element to breathe. This shift, which began with The Crux’s first single, "Basic Being Basic," is a bold but welcome one. If these two tracks are any indication, the upcoming album is shaping up to be his most streamlined and immediate record yet.
Djo’s artistic reinvention is in full swing, and if The Crux delivers more of this intoxicating blend of retro-futurism and effortless cool, it could mark his most defining work yet.
Djo: Back On You Tour Dates
*All North American, UK and EU tour dates w/ Post Animal
April 03 - Portland, OR - Revolution Hall **SOLD OUT
April 04 - Portland, OR - Revolution Hall **SOLD OUT
April 05 - Portland, OR - Revolution Hall **SOLD OUT
April 07 - Vancouver, BC - Commodore Ballroom
April 08 - Seattle, WA - Paramount Theatre **SOLD OUT
April 10 - Oakland, CA - Fox Theater **SOLD OUT
April 11 - Indio, CA - Coachella
April 15 - Pomona, CA - Fox Theater Pomona **SOLD OUT
April 16 - Del Mar, CA - The Sound at Del Mar **SOLD OUT
April 18 - Indio, CA - Coachella
April 19 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren **SOLD OUT
April 21 - Salt Lake City, UT - Rockwell at the Complex **SOLD OUT
April 23 - Denver, CO - The Mission Ballroom **SOLD OUT
April 25 - Madison, WI - The Sylvee **SOLD OUT
April 26 - Saint Paul, MN - Palace Theatre **SOLD OUT
April 28 - Detroit, MI - Masonic Temple Theatre **SOLD OUT
April 29 - Toronto, ON - History **SOLD OUT
May 01 - Washington, DC - The Anthem **SOLD OUT
May 02 - Boston, MA - Roadrunner **SOLD OUT
May 03 - Philadelphia, PA - Franklin Music Hall **SOLD OUT
May 05 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Steel **SOLD OUT
May 06 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Steel **SOLD OUT
May 07 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Steel **SOLD OUT
June 01 - Dublin, Ireland - 3Olympia **SOLD OUT
June 02 - Glasgow, UK - O2 Academy **SOLD OUT
June 03 - Manchester, UK - O2 Victoria Warehouse **SOLD OUT
June 05 - London, UK - O2 Forum Kentish Town
June 06 - London, UK - O2 Forum Kentish Town **SOLD OUT
June 07 - London, UK - O2 Forum Kentish Town **SOLD OUT
June 10 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Poolen **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 11 - Oslo, Norway - Sentrum Scene **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 13 - Stockholm, Sweden - Annexet **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 15 - Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands - Best Kept Secret Festival
June 16 - Cologne, Germany - E-Werk **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 17 - Berlin, Germany - Huxleys **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 18 - Warsaw, Poland - Progresja **LOW TICKET WARNING
June 20 - Scheebel, Germany - Hurricane Festival
June 21 - Tuttlingen, Germany - Southside Festival
June 23 - Paris, France - Élysée Montmartre **SOLD OUT
June 24 - Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso **SOLD OUT
June 25 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Paradiso
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