MEET THE NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
NEW SOUTH AFRICAN BOYBAND ‘DEY SAY’ ANNOUNCE DEBUT SINGLE ‘CALLING FOR YOU’
FIRST SOUTH AFRICAN BOYBAND FOR CLOSE TO TWO DECADES FORMED OUTSIDE OF A REALITY TV SHOW
Johannesburg, South Africa Today marks an exciting moment for the South African music scene as boyband Dey Say announces the release of their debut single, “Calling For You”. Aged between 16 and 21, members J, Dre,Chad, and Elim are ready to introduce their unique sound to the world. Dey Say stands out as the first South African boyband in two decades not formed through a reality TV show—a exciting milestone for the African pop landscape.
Previously known as CLJ, the group first found viral success on TikTok, amassing hundreds and thousands of views and over 75,000 followers with their signature mashups of current pop hits and nostalgic old-school jams. Their innovative sound and magnetic performances captured the attention of South Africans nationwide. Noticed by Leanne Manas, the presenter of SABC2’s flagship morning show Morning Live, the band was featured after a live on-air search to find them, an event that touched the hearts of viewers across the country.
Fast forward nine months, and the boys of Dey Say have been hard at work in the studio, refining their sound and revamping their image. The result is Calling For You—a catchy debut single that perfectly blends upbeat pop hooks with the rich, rhythmic elements of South African music. It’s a refreshing and exciting addition to the global boyband scene, setting Dey Say apart with their unique fusion of genres.
“We’re so proud of the journey we’ve been on,” said J, speaking on behalf of the group. “From TikTok to the studio, we’ve poured everything into this single, and we can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”
Elim added, “‘Calling For You’ is the beginning of something new for us. We’ve grown as artists, and this track really shows who we are.”
Quaid Dunn, A&R lead amd co founder at Plus Two Seven, said: “Dey Say is a dynamic and exciting new addition to the South African and, indeed, global music landscape. I had a vision to build a boyband that embodied the energy of our vibrant continent combined with a global pop sound. I think people will be excited by what we have in the works.”
“Calling For You” will be available on all major streaming platforms starting 11 October Fans can follow Dey Say on their social media @wearedeysey for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and updates on future releases.
About Dey Say – Boilerplate
Dey Say is a Johannesburg-based boyband made up of J, Dre, Chad, and Elim. Known for their viral success on TikTok, they are the first South African boyband in over two decades to emerge outside of the reality TV landscape. Their music blends Afro-pop, modern hits, and nostalgic classics, bringing a fresh sound to the global pop scene.
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