Djo, also known as Joe Keery, released his third and final single, entitled “Potion” off his upcoming album, The Crux out this Friday. This marks his third release following “Basic Being Basic” in January and “Delete Ya” in February.
The impressive range of sounds and themes found in each of the singles he’s released thus far leave every listener wanting more, anticipating each and every note. From the synth-y earworm that was “Basic Being Basic,” providing tounge-and-cheek commentary on oftentimes exhausting celebrity culture; to the poetic lyrics of one-sided heartache, in “Delete Ya” that share the pains of yearning for a place and person from your past, that, for better or worse, you can never return to.
Musically, “Potion” is able to stand on its own two feet, even when compared alongside its earlier counterparts. It sets itself apart through the distinctive strums of delightful acoustic guitar, which is perfectly complimented by Keery’s signature synths and drums.
Within the songwriting, we are pleasantly surprised with charming, sensitive, and introspective lyrics throughout. The main idea within the track is Keery sharing his lifelong, but so far unsuccessful, search for a love that’s devoted and true, which only getting more difficult.
He expresses his exasperation in regards to the oftentimes insincere nature of high-profile celebrity couples in the second verse. Instead, valuing authenticity and companionship In whoever his future soulmate might be. His simple, yet seemingly unattainable, request of finding “someone who leavеs on the light for me” is relatable to so many who find themselves endlessly searching for their other half in today’s day and age.
Coinciding with his album release, Djo will also begin the US leg of his Back On Your Tour. Djo is also slated to perform at Lollapalooza on August 3, Soundside Music Festival on September 27 in Bridgeport, CT and Laneway Festival in Australia.
Back On You Tour Dates:
April 04 / Portland, OR / Revolution Hall
April 05 / Portland, OR / Revolution Hall
April 07 / Vancouver, BC / Commodore Ballroom
April 08 / Seattle, WA / Paramount Theatre
April 10 / Oakland, CA / Fox Theater
April 11 / Indio, CA / Coachella
April 18 / Indio, CA / Coachella
April 19 / Phoenix, AZ / The Van Buren
April 21 / Salt Lake City, UT / Rockwell at the Complex
April 23 / Denver, CO / The Mission Ballroom
April 25 / Madison, WI / The Sylvee
April 26 / Saint Paul, MN / Palace Theatre
April 28 / Detroit, MI / Royal Oak Music Theatre
April 29 / Toronto, ON / History
May 01 / Washington, DC / The Anthem
May 02 / Boston, MA / Roadrunner
May 03 / Philadelphia, PA / Franklin Music Hall
May 05 / Brooklyn, NY / Brooklyn Steel
May 06 / Brooklyn, NY / Brooklyn Steel
June 01 / Dublin, Ireland / 3Olympia
June 02 / Glasgow, UK / O2 Academy
June 03 / Manchester, UK / Academy
June 06 / London, UK / O2 Forum Kentish Town
June 10 / Copenhagen, Denmark / Poolen
June 11 / Oslo, Norway / Sentrum Scene
June 13 / Stockholm, Sweden / Annexet
June 15 / Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands / Best Kept Secret Festival
June 16 / Cologne, Germany / E-Werk
June 17 / Berlin, Germany / Huxleys
June 18 / Warsaw, Poland / Progresja
June 20 / Scheebel, Germany / Hurricane Festival
June 21 / Tuttlingen, Germany / Southside Festival
June 23 / Paris, France / ELYSEE MONTMARTRE
June 24 / Amsterdam, Netherlands / Paradiso
August 03 / Chicago, IL / Lollapalooza
September 27 / Bridgeport, CT / Soundside Music Festival
