Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Joe Keery

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 25, 2025

Discover the career path of Joe Keery, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Joe Keery, also known as Djo in music, is an American actor and musician. He gained prominence for his role as Steve Harrington in the popular science fiction series Stranger Things. Following his success in Stranger Things, Keery expanded his acting career, starring in the comedy film Free Guy and the fifth season of the crime comedy-drama series Fargo. Keery's career encompasses both acting and music, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 2015: Post Animal Debut Album Release

In October 2015, Post Animal, featuring Joe Keery, released their debut album.

2015: Casting in Stranger Things

In late 2015, Joe Keery was cast as Steve Harrington in the Netflix sci-fi series Stranger Things.

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2016: Stranger Things Premiere

In 2016, Stranger Things, starring Joe Keery as Steve Harrington, premiered to critical acclaim.

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April 2018: Release of When I Think Of You In A Castle

In April 2018, Post Animal, featuring Joe Keery, released their second album, When I Think Of You In A Castle.

2018: Departure from Post Animal

In 2018, Joe Keery left the band Post Animal to focus on his acting career.

July 19, 2019: Release of "Roddy"

On July 19, 2019, Joe Keery, as Djo, self-released the single "Roddy".

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August 9, 2019: Release of "Chateau (Feel Alright)"

On August 9, 2019, Joe Keery, as Djo, released the single "Chateau (Feel Alright)".

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September 13, 2019: Release of Twenty Twenty Album

On September 13, 2019, Joe Keery, as Djo, released his debut album Twenty Twenty.

2019: Departure from Touring with Post Animal

In 2019, Joe Keery ceased touring with Post Animal and later fully departed from the band due to acting commitments.

2019: Release of Twenty Twenty

In 2019, Joe Keery released his first studio album as Djo, titled Twenty Twenty.

September 9, 2020: Release of "Keep Your Head Up"

On September 9, 2020, Joe Keery, as Djo, released the single "Keep Your Head Up".

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2020: Starring in Spree

In 2020, Joe Keery starred in the satire film, Spree.

2021: Role in Free Guy

In 2021, Joe Keery played Walter "Keys" McKey in the action comedy film Free Guy.

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May 2022: Casting in Cold Storage

In May 2022, Joe Keery was cast opposite Liam Neeson in the sci-fi action film Cold Storage.

June 2022: Announcement of Decide Album

In June 2022, Joe Keery announced his sophomore album Decide and released the first single, "Change".

August 2022: Casting in Fargo

In August 2022, Joe Keery was cast as Gator Tillman in the fifth season of Fargo.

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September 16, 2022: Release of Decide Album

On September 16, 2022, Joe Keery, as Djo, released his sophomore album Decide.

2022: Release of Decide

In 2022, Joe Keery released his second studio album as Djo, titled Decide.

2024: "End of Beginning" Viral Hit

In 2024, Djo's song "End of Beginning" went viral on TikTok, becoming a sleeper hit and his first Billboard Hot 100 entry.

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April 4, 2025: Release of The Crux

On April 4, 2025, Djo released his third album, The Crux.

July 25, 2025: Release of IRON by Post Animal

On July 25, 2025, Post Animal, with Joe Keery rejoining, released the album IRON.

September 12, 2025: Release of The Crux Deluxe

On September 12, 2025, Djo released The Crux Deluxe, a re-release of his third album.

September 2025: Release of Singles Before The Crux (Deluxe)

In September 2025, Djo released three singles: "Carry The Name", "It's Over", and "Awake" before surprise releasing The Crux (Deluxe) on September 12.

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