Dummy, the Los Angeles band featuring Alex Ewell, Emma Maatman, Nathan O'Dell, and Joe Trainor, crafts a unique blend of ambient textures, psychedelic pop, and driving rhythms. Their 2021 debut, Mandatory Enjoyment, became a cult favorite, earning praise from Pitchfork, Stereogum, and Bandcamp Daily.
Their upcoming album, Free Energy (out September 6 via Trouble In Mind Records), pushes their sound further—melding hypnotic grooves, experimental production, and infectious pop hooks. With guest contributions from Cole Pulice and Jen Powers, along with field recordings captured on tour, Free Energy is a celebration of movement, texture, and sonic exploration.
