GWAR Transforms Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club" into a Metal Spectacle

The intergalactic metal band GWAR has released a cover of Chappell Roan's 2020 hit single "Pink Pony Club" as part of A.V. Club's A.V. Undercover series. This performance marks GWAR's seventh appearance on the series, showcasing their unique ability to reinterpret pop songs through a heavy metal lens. The cover was filmed at Chelsea Studios in New York City and aims to transform Roan's glittering celebration of identity into a full-scale alien-metal spectacle.

GWAR Cover “Pink Pony Club”

In a statement, GWAR's vocalist, Berzerker Blöthar, explained the song's thematic resonance: "'Pink Pony Club' is about embracing exile from a boring, shitty world and remaking yourself into whatever you want—be who you are, be who you aren’t, piss people off, we don’t care!" This sentiment encapsulates the band's ethos, aligning with their long-standing tradition of irreverent and provocative performances.

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A.V. Undercover is known for featuring a diverse array of artists covering pre-selected songs, and GWAR's participation has become a hallmark of the series. Their previous covers include tracks by Cyndi Lauper and Ryan Gosling, demonstrating their eclectic taste and commitment to pushing musical boundaries. Danette Chavez, Editor-in-Chief of The A.V. Club, highlighted the significance of this collaboration, stating, “As we put together the song list for A.V. Undercover season 10, we knew this iconic pairing had to happen.”

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Following the release of the cover, GWAR is set to embark on their "Gor Gor Strikes Back Tour," which will kick off on March 19, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia. The tour will feature performances across multiple states, including Pennsylvania, New York, and California, concluding in Charlotte, North Carolina, on April 29, 2026. This tour will also include support from bands such as Soulfly and King Parrot.

GWAR Break A.V. Undercover Record with Absurdly Perfect “Pink Pony Club” Cover

While GWAR's cover has been met with enthusiasm from fans and critics alike, some may question the appropriateness of a metal band covering a pop song. However, GWAR's history of genre-blending and theatrical performances positions them uniquely to tackle such material, often resulting in unexpected yet compelling interpretations.

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• “‘Pink Pony Club’ is about embracing exile from a boring, shitty world and remaking yourself into whatever you want—be who you are, be who you aren’t, piss people off, we don’t care!” — Berzerker Blöthar, Vocalist of GWAR

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As GWAR continues to redefine musical boundaries, their latest cover of "Pink Pony Club" exemplifies their commitment to creativity and self-expression, inviting listeners to embrace their individuality through the lens of heavy metal.

GWAR Cover “Pink Pony Club”