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Stone Poneys

The Stone Poneys were an American folk rock trio formed in Los Angeles, California, in the mid-1960s. The group is best recognized for launching the career of Linda Ronstadt, who would go on to become one of the leading female vocalists of the 1970s. Alongside Ronstadt, the original lineup included Bobby Kimmel, who co-founded the group, and guitarist-songwriter Kenny Edwards. They began as part of the folk music revival, blending traditional folk sounds with the burgeoning folk rock style.

Their self-titled debut album, "The Stone Poneys," was released in 1967 and featured a mix of covers and original songs, showcasing Ronstadt's emerging vocal talent. However, it was the success of their single "Different Drum," off their second album "Evergreen, Vol.2," that gained the band mainstream recognition. Written by Mike Nesmith of The Monkees, the song highlighted the band's knack for merging country influences with pop sensibilities and became a Top 20 hit in the United States. Their third album, "Linda Ronstadt, Stone Poneys & Friends, Vol. III," came out in 1968, but by this time the band was moving towards dissolution, with Ronstadt's solo career on the rise. While their time together was brief, The Stone Poneys left a lasting impact on the folk rock scene and contributed to the emergence of one of music's legendary voices.

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