| Touring
relentlessly since their formation in 1997, Pond Monkeys have
made a name for themselves throughout the Midwest. Playing
an original mix of alternative-rock and pop, accented with a
tinge of punk and metal, the band has earned a reputation as an
energetic band committed to writing quality music.
Since the release of their first demo in 1998,
Pond Monkeys have recorded three full-length albums and multiple
EPs of original material and written more than 40 songs---not
too bad for a group whose oldest member is only 20. The
2002 recording of the 12-song Start The Reactor! earned
the band much notice on the Kansas music scene, and the album
was critically acclaimed in a feature review on RockKansas.com,
the state's premier independent music site.
The single "Misconstrue" from Start
The Reactor! helped the band cement a spot on the 2003
National Got Milk? Tour Battle Of The Bands after beating out
more than 40 other entries. The song "Blame It"
has been featured multiple times on ChannelOne News, a school
news program broadcast to millions of students across the
nation. Other songs have received play on numerous radio
stations in Kansas and Missouri.
While the band's talent is evident on records,
the live shows are where Pond Monkeys really shine. Fans
and audience members are guaranteed a fun and unique
performance. With each band member's ability to play
multiple instruments, concert-goers are guaranteed an
entertaining show.
Pond Monkeys are: Alex Ward (age 19: lead
vocals, guitars, drums, keyboard), Austin Ward (age 17: vocals,
drums, guitar), Derek Wright (age 18: vocals, bass, guitar,
drums), Daniel Brasuell (age 20: vocals, guitars, bass, drums).
The band hails from Fort Scott, KS, a
community of 8,000 in southeast Kansas.
Young but experienced, Pond Monkeys are the
future of rock. |
