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PONY's New Album: A Sweet Escape From Dark Spirits
12 Feb
Summary
- PONY's third album, 'Clearly Cursed,' features a pop-punk sound.
- The album's title stems from a psychic's claim of a 'dark spirit attachment'.
- Despite dark themes, the music offers a vibrant, sugary pop-punk experience.
Toronto-based band PONY has released their highly anticipated third album, titled 'Clearly Cursed.' The album's provocative title originates from a psychic's assertion that singer-songwriter Sam Bielanski harbored a 'dark spirit attachment,' an experience that inspired much of the record's thematic material.
Musically, 'Clearly Cursed' deviates into an even poppier and more effervescent soundscape than their previous work. The 10 tracks are characterized by a blend of fuzzy guitars, bright synths, and undeniably catchy melodies, evoking a vibrant and sweet sonic palette.
While the lyrics touch upon darker themes of bitterness and self-doubt, Bielanski's delivery imbues even the most introspective lines with buoyancy. The band masterfully balances these undercurrents with an uplifting, pop-punk energy, transforming potentially somber subjects into infectious anthems.
PONY, featuring founding member and guitarist Matty Morand, alongside bassist Christian Beale and drummer Joey Ginaldi, has crafted an album that is both musically engaging and thematically intriguing, demonstrating their unique ability to merge lighthearted pop sensibilities with deeper, more complex emotions.
