The Joy Formidable

Shy Western is the solo project of Ritzy Bryan (The Joy Formidable). Her debut album and companion book Hugger arrive in January 2026 - a collection that blends music, stories, and science-inspired reflections on our connection with the natural world. Self-produced and deeply personal, it shows a new side of Bryan’s songwriting: intimate, playful, and rooted in the beauty of the wild.

Rhydian Dafydd is the co-writer, multi-instrumentalist and co-vocalist of acclaimed Welsh alt-rock trio The Joy Formidable. Known for their dynamic fusion of rock, dream pop and shoegaze, Rhydian now unveils a solo project: an expansive, cinematic exploration of atmosphere, shadow and self. Blending fractured beats with intimate textures, it is a bold multidisciplinary work that merges music and visual art into a strikingly personal statement.

www.rhydiandafydd.com