Chicago post-punk revivalists The Ponys formed in early 2001, inaugurated by singer/guitarist Jered Gummere. He began writing and singing with girlfriend and bassist Melissa Elias, and after adding former Mushuganas drummer Nathan Jerde, The Ponys began playing the Windy City club circuit.u000ABlack Lips' music is overwhelming, refreshing, and unparalleled by their peers.