The Show Ponies

A spirited indie-folk troupe with Olde Tyme Country tendencies, the Show Ponies were founded in 2011 by Clayton Chaney (vocals, bass) and Andi Carder (vocals, banjo). Citing a diverse array of influences, including the Stanley Brothers, Queen, Roger Miller, the Weepies, Dawes, Bob Dylan, and the Punch Brothers, and hailing from the equally divergent locales of Arkansas, Texas, and California, the duo eventually expanded into a five-piece, adding guitarist Jason Harris, violinist Phil Glenn, and drummer Kevin Brown, all of whom were classically trained. Harris served as the pro...