Honesty, heart, and a love of nature come together in a song about holding on to what matters.
-- (Los Angeles, CA) September 20, 2025 - After the successful releases in 2023, Aaria & Band Wildlife is back with an original song that hits differently. "Ponies in Denver," the first single from their upcoming debut album "Feel the Light,” tackles childhood innocence, growing up, and holding onto the things that matter most when life gets complicated.
The song looks back at childhood with a kind of bittersweet nostalgia that's surprisingly mature for an 11-year-old singer-songwriter. Released September 12, 2025, this three-minute track shows exactly why Aaria Chakrabarti has been turning heads since she started writing songs at age 5. She's always written music as a way to work through her thoughts and feelings, and "Ponies in Denver" continues that tradition with remarkable honesty.
“Ponies in Denver” doesn't simplify complex emotions or talk down to listeners. It acknowledges that growing up means facing difficult choices and disappointments, but argues for holding onto the dreams and innocence that make us who we are. The story unfolds through Aaria’s piano work and vocals, supported by subtle instrumental layers that highlight her artistry while keeping the sound genuine and accessible.
Recorded at Planet Studios in Montreal, the production keeps things authentic and unpolished in the best way. This approach has become a Band Wildlife trademark since they started headlining shows in 2021, when Aaria was just 7. The supporting musicians know how to support her vision without taking over, building a reputation for shows that feel genuine rather than like a novelty act.
The music video adds a rich visual dimension, showcasing Aaria performing the song while guiding viewers through a nature-inspired journey that reflects the band’s environmental focus. The name Band Wildlife stems from Aaria’s deep connection to themes of nature and sustainability, which have shaped her artistic vision from the very beginning. It’s this commitment to meaningful subjects, combined with her wide-ranging performance experience, that sets her apart from artists who choose to stay within safer territory.
"Ponies in Denver" draws from the rock, pop, classical, world, and jazz influences that will define the full Feel the Light album. Her composition skills continue developing in ways that surprise people who assume young artists can't tackle serious subjects. The upcoming album will span multiple languages and explore themes of global unity, but this single works perfectly as both a standalone piece and a preview of what's coming.
With the full debut album on the horizon, Aaria & Band Wildlife are steadily building momentum. The track is a reminder to reconnect with the simple, joyful moments that shaped who we are before life’s complexities set in—a theme that resonates across generations.
When the world feels uncertain, what are the “ponies in Denver” you return to? "Ponies in Denver" is now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and other major platforms.
Connect with Aaria & Band Wildlife: Official Website | Spotify | Instagram
About Aaria & Band Wildlife
Aaria is an 11-year-old singer/songwriter from Moorestown, New Jersey, and Montreal, Quebec, with training in composition, piano, and vocals. Having composed original music since age 5, she formed Band Wildlife in 2021 to support her musical endeavors, recruiting experienced musicians in percussion, guitar, electronic music, and backing vocals. The band name reflects Aaria's focus on nature and sustainability themes that permeate her work. Since 2021, Band Wildlife has performed internationally and headlined concerts across the US, Canada, and India.
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