Stupid

Stupid is a female-fronted punk band from Brooklyn. The group centres on singer and accordionist Dana Ehrlich, whose stage presence is described as energetic, and whose role combines lead vocals with punk accordion. The band uses a guitar-led sound that places it in punk rock with pop punk and alternative rock connections.

Style and comparisons

The band is associated with comparisons to Pixies and X, and its sound is described as high energy and accordion-driven. Dana Ehrlich’s performance style is likened to Chrissie Hynde, and the group is also characterised as dirty New York rock.

Media use and exposure

Stupid appears regularly in television promos and show openers, including work for Spike TV, TNN, AOL and Nickelodeon. The band also features on film soundtracks, including Devils Are Dreaming and Jimmy Neutron.

Management

The band is handled by Plug Ugly Mgmt.