The Ponys

The Profile

Chicago-based American garage/indie rock band formed in 2001.

Formed in Chicago in 2001. Early material (including Laced With Romance, dated 2003) was released on or associated with In The Red. Reviewers compare their sound to Television, Devo, Pere Ubu, Stranglers and other post-punk/new wave and garage influences.

One DeBaser review by popoloitaliano discusses The Ponys' 2003 album Laced With Romance. The review frames the band as part of a neo-rock revival with clear garage, post-punk and new wave influences. The reviewer praises sincerity and energy but gives a moderate rating (3/5).