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Internationally-Recognised Band The Joy Releases New Single & Music Video “Precious”.

The Joy releases Precious, a new single, on Friday 19 June. The exciting new song combines Zulu and English verses, building on the momentum of their viral rise and growing global recognition. It marks a new chapter for the group, and true to form, it moves through space that feels both refined and expansive, anchored []
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Free Press
· Jun 25, 2026
Happy Happy Joy Joy
Happy Happy Joy Joy
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· Jul 7, 2026
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Variety
· Jun 25, 2026
Massive Joy Division Boxed Set of Concert Recordings Due in September
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Brisbane Times
· Jul 3, 2026
It’s been two years since Susie Cave closed down The Vampire’s Wife. Now she’s back
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Us Weekly
· Jul 10, 2026
Teddy Swims Releases Emotional Breakup Song After Split From Girlfriend
Teddy Swims is pouring his emotions into his art. The two-time Grammy nominee, 33, released his powerful new single, “Break Up in Reverse,” on Friday, July 10, after revealing his split from his girlfriend, Raiche Wright. The lyrics find Swims wishing to undo a failed relationship. “Every night would get better instead of getting worse []
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 28, 2026
Kata Hati: Hampir, namun terlepas lagi
KETIKA dua orang sangat popular menyatakan secara terbuka percintaan mereka, ia akan menjadi sebuah jenama. Macam artis-artis sekarang, akan lahir hashtag gabungan nama yang diberikan peminat, doa-doa, atau video suntingan dengan lagu paling romantis memaparkan kemesraan pasangan yang dianggap sebagai ‘vitamin’. Jika jenama makin kukuh, makin banyak syarikat besar akan mengejar mereka menjadi duta, atau ... Read more The post Kata Hati: Hampir, namun terlepas lagi appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
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Related coverage for "Internationally-Recognised Band The Joy Releases New Single & Music Video “Precious”.": Free Press — Happy Happy Joy Joy. ABC7 New York — Set sail with Moana: Must-have toys for every little explorer to join in the fun for the new film . Variety — Massive Joy Division Boxed Set of Concert Recordings Due in September. Brisbane Times — It’s been two years since Susie Cave closed down The Vampire’s Wife. Now she’s back. Us Weekly — Teddy Swims Releases Emotional Breakup Song After Split From Girlfriend. Utusan Malaysia — Kata Hati: Hampir, namun terlepas lagi


