Common People unveil hopeful new track 'Dear Worry'

The indie rock band's new song will appear on their forthcoming debut EP 'Games'

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Los Angeles-based indie rock band Common People have unveiled their new track "Dear Worry", which will be featured on their upcoming debut EP "Games". The introspective song, produced by Cage The Elephant's Brad Shultz, captures the intense self-critical internal monologue that many people struggle with. Written by band members Nicky Winegardner and Konrad Ulich, the track serves as a reminder to give yourself self-compassion and mental grace.

Why it matters

Common People burst onto the scene in 2025 with their breakout debut "Thank You" and have continued to receive critical acclaim for their subsequent singles. The release of "Dear Worry" builds anticipation for their debut EP "Games" and showcases the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant indie rock songs that connect with listeners.

The details

"Dear Worry" was produced by Brad Shultz of Cage The Elephant and will appear on Common People's debut EP "Games", which is set for release on April 3. The track was written by band members Nicky Winegardner and Konrad Ulich, with Ulich describing it as "a love letter to that voice in your head" and "an honest reflection on worry that is less so about overcoming negative emotions as it is learning to live with them." The band will be supporting their new music with a busy touring schedule in 2026, including opening slots for acts like Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Congress The Band, The Bends, and Young The Giant.

  • "Dear Worry" was released on March 1, 2026.
  • Common People's debut EP "Games" is due out on April 3, 2026.
  • The band will kick off their 2026 touring schedule tonight in Milwaukee, WI.

The players

Common People

An indie rock band based in Los Angeles that burst onto the scene in 2025 with their breakout debut "Thank You".

Brad Shultz

The producer of "Dear Worry" and a member of the band Cage The Elephant.

Nicky Winegardner

A member of Common People who co-wrote the song "Dear Worry".

Konrad Ulich

The bassist and vocalist of Common People who co-wrote "Dear Worry" and described it as a "love letter to that voice in your head".

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What they’re saying

“Dear Worry is a love letter to that voice in your head. An honest reflection on worry that is less so about overcoming negative emotions as it is learning to live with them.”

— Konrad Ulich, Bassist and vocalist, Common People (antimusic.com)

What’s next

Common People will kick off their massive 2026 touring schedule tonight in Milwaukee, WI at Landmark Credit Union Live, serving as direct support for Rainbow Kitten Surprise on the North American leg of their bones World Tour. They'll also open for Congress The Band, The Bends, and Young The Giant on select dates of their respective Spring tours, ahead of their set at the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival on July 19.

The takeaway

The release of "Dear Worry" showcases Common People's ability to craft emotionally resonant indie rock songs that connect with listeners and build anticipation for their forthcoming debut EP "Games". The band's busy touring schedule in 2026 will further establish them as a rising act in the indie rock scene.