DJO is back for his second time on the Spout Podcast—but this time, the man behind the music, Joe Keery, is digging even deeper.

Known for his role as Steve Harrington on Stranger Things, Keery’s musical alter-ego DJO has taken on a life of its own, blending trippy synths, warped vocals, and existential lyrics into something both strange and sincere. In this episode, host Tamara Dhia catches up with Joe about embracing discomfort in the creative process, how the character of DJO started as a mask and became a mirror, and why the weirdest ideas often lead to the most personal breakthroughs.

They unpack the massive viral success of “End of Beginning”—a track that’s become an unexpected emotional anthem for millions—and how that momentum is shaping DJO’s next chapter. Joe offers a peek into the future of the project, teases what fans can expect from his newly released album, and shares why he’s more excited than ever to keep pushing the boundaries of sound and storytelling.

With humor, honesty, and a healthy dose of weird, this episode peels back the layers of DJO fully stepping into his own voice.

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