The Joy Announce UK Tour Including EFG London Jazz Festival
The Joy will return to the UK this November for a run of headline performances, including a highly anticipated return to the EFG London Jazz Festival. The tour begins on 22 November at London’s iconic Barbican Centre as part of the festival, before continuing to Strange Brew in Bristol on 23 November and Band on […]
The Joy Return with New Single “Precious”
The Joy have released their new single, Precious a heartfelt love song that captures the excitement, vulnerability, and joy of falling in love. Written after one of the group’s members experienced a life-changing romance, Precious explores the feeling of finding someone who brings light, meaning, and possibility into your life. Blending Zulu and English lyrics, […]
The Joy Follow Single Release with Durban Performance
Following a successful Johannesburg performance earlier this year, The Joy return to Durban for a special live show at The Chairman on 26 June 2026. The performance arrives shortly after the release of the group’s new single, Precious. The heartfelt love song blends Zulu and English lyrics while showcasing the rich harmonies that have become […]
The Joy Feature on KILIMANJARO’s New Single “I Don’t Want To Go”
The Joy continue to expand their global collaborative footprint with their latest feature on I Don’t Want To Go — a new single by Zambian-Scottish DJ and producer KILIMANJARO alongside Nigerian singer-songwriter Bloody Civilian. The emotionally charged track blends mellow Afro-house textures with rich choral arrangements and resonant vocals. The Joy’s unmistakable harmonies add depth […]
The Joy Announce South African Tour
Fresh off their standout performance at Global Citizen Africa, The Joy return home with the announcement of their South African tour. With stops in Durban and Johannesburg, the tour marks another exciting chapter for the group as they continue to build on their viral rise and growing global presence. Known for their rich, moving harmonies […]
The Joy Join Doja Cat for South African Stage Debut at Global Citizen
In a long-awaited reunion, The Joy joined Doja Cat on stage at Global Citizen during her South African debut at the SunBet Arena. Opening the stage, The Joy set the tone for the evening with a powerful performance that included yet-to-be-released music, offering audiences a first glimpse into their next chapter. Their creative relationship dates […]
The Joy Debut “Precious” at Avicii Arena
The Joy — celebrated for their signature Zulu a cappella harmonies — introduced a new chapter in their musical journey with the debut of their unreleased song “Precious” at Avicii Arena, performing to an audience of over 10,000 people. The track, which blends English and Zulu, is a heartfelt ode to those we hold most dear. Clips of the performance quickly circulated online, […]
The Joy set to Perform at Avicii Arena
Together For A Better Day returns to Avicii Arena on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, and this year, South African acapella group The Joy will be part of the lineup. Known for their captivating harmonies and dynamic performances, The Joy are no strangers to international stages, and this time they’re performing for an important cause. Joining them on stage are artists including Nile […]
The Joy announce Durban Homecoming Concert
After taking their powerful harmonies across the globe, South Africa’s celebrated contemporary a cappella group – The Joy – return to their roots for a heartfelt Homecoming Concert at Hue Café in Durban. Fresh from two international tours in 2025, the group is set to deliver a night filled with the music that has captivated audiences worldwide — from soulful […]
The Joy Featured on Jazzwrld & Thukuthela’s New Album
Celebrated for their ability to reimagine pop- and Afro-inspired songs through rich, soulful harmonies, The Joy lend their voices to a standout collaboration with breakout Afro-house duo Jazzwrld and Thukuthela. Together, they deliver the heartfelt and rhythmic track “iS’Babazo”, featured on the new album The Most Wanted. Listen here: iS’Babazo “iS’Babazo” also brings in fresh talent shaping the South African soundscape, including GJ Ceejay, […]