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Trick Pony was an American country music group from Nashville, Tennessee. It was formed in 1999 by Heidi Newfield (lead vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica), Keith Burns (lead guitar, vocals), and Ira Dean (bass guitar, vocals). They recorded three studio albums: Trick Pony, On a Mission, and R.I.D.E., released in 2001, 2002, and 2005. These albums produced eight singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including four Top 20 hits: "Pour Me", "On a Night like This", "Just What I Do", and "On a Mission".

Key Information

In 2006, Newfield departed for a solo career and Aubrey Collins replaced her as lead vocalist. The group disbanded after Collins and Dean left in 2007 and 2008. Newfield released a solo debut album, What Am I Waiting For, in 2008 on Curb Records, while Burns joined singer Michelle Poe to form a duo called Burns & Poe. Burns, Dean, and Newfield reformed the group in late 2013, although Dean left again in 2014. The revived lineup released one more album, Pony Up, via Permian Records in 2016.

History

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Trick Pony was formed in 1996 by guitarist Keith Burns and bass guitarist Ira Dean. Both musicians had experience as backing musicians for other country music acts: Burns had previously worked with Joe Diffie, and Dean with Tanya Tucker.[1] Additionally, Dean's brother is fellow country music singer-songwriter Billy Dean.[2] Keith and Ira decided to form a group composed of two men and a woman. Completing the lineup was lead singer Heidi Newfield, a friend of Burns's wife.[1] The trio began touring throughout the Southern United States and performed regularly at 8 Seconds Saloon in Indianapolis, Indiana.[1]

Musical career

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Ira Dean, Heidi Newfield and Keith Burns signing autographs at the CMA Music Festival in 2006

By 2000, Trick Pony was signed to a record deal with Warner Bros. Records. The trio released its self-titled debut album that year. Serving as its lead-off single was "Pour Me" which reached #12 on the Billboard country music chart.[3] The album's next two singles were "On a Night like This" and "Just What I Do", which reached #4 and #13 on the country chart.[3][4] In 2001, the trio also received the Artist of the Year award from the Country Music Association.[5]

On a Mission was the title of Trick Pony's second album. Although its David Lee Murphy-penned title track reached Top 20 on the country chart, the second single (2003's "A Boy Like You") failed to enter Top 40,[3] and the group was dropped from Warner Bros.' roster shortly afterward.

In 2004, Trick Pony was signed to its second record deal, this time with Asylum-Curb Records.[5] The group's sixth single overall, entitled "The Bride", was issued that year, serving as the lead-off to their third studio album, R.I.D.E., whose title is an abbreviation for "Rebellious Individuals Delivering Entertainment".[6] The second single from R.I.D.E. was a cover of Bonnie Tyler's "It's a Heartache". Trick Pony's version of the song peaked at #22 on the country chart. The third single from R.I.D.E., "Ain't Wastin' Good Whiskey on You", featured guest vocals from Tracy Byrd, Joe Diffie, Mel Tillis, Tanya Tucker, and Darryl Worley.

Departure of Heidi Newfield and subsequent disbanding

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In October 2006, lead singer Heidi Newfield announced that she would be leaving Trick Pony in pursuit of a solo career. She made her official departure at the end of the group's December 2006 tour.[7] The same month, Gary Allan charted with "A Feelin' Like That", which Dean wrote with David Lee Murphy.[8] Newfield began recording her first solo album for Asylum-Curb in June 2007.[9] She made her solo debut on Cledus T. Judd's 2007 album Boogity, Boogity - A Tribute to the Comedic Genius of Ray Stevens, on which she, Judd, and Keith Urban performed a cover of Ray Stevens's 1969 single "Gitarzan".

Aubrey Collins, a singer-songwriter from Littleton, Colorado. who had previously been eliminated from ABC's television program The One: Making a Music Star, was chosen as Newfield's replacement in 2007.[10] Collins made her official debut as lead singer in April of that year at the Country Thunder festival in Arizona.[11] Collins left the group in October, saying that although she enjoyed working with the group's other two members, they "had different creative and musical visions."[12] Dean announced his departure in February 2008 and Trick Pony subsequently disbanded.[13] In April 2009, Warner Bros. released The Best of Trick Pony, a compilation composed of songs from the trio's first two albums.

Status of former members; reunion

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Newfield released her solo debut album, What Am I Waiting For, via Curb Records in 2008. Burns, meanwhile, founded the duo Burns & Poe with former DreamWorks Records Nashville artist Michelle Poe.[14] Dean began writing songs for other artists, including Montgomery Gentry's 2009 single "One in Every Crowd". In July 2011, he signed to a recording contract with Average Joes Entertainment.[15]

In 2013, Trick Pony's original lineup reunited for a performance at a benefit concert in Boston, Massachusetts.[16] In February 2014, the group announced plans to tour and release new music.[16] The trio had finished several tracks for a new album before Dean left only two months later. In March 2015, he released a solo single, "Nothin' to Do Round Here", which he wrote with Jeffrey Steele and Shane Minor. The song features guest vocals from Steele, Ronnie Milsap, Lee Roy Parnell, Montgomery Gentry, and Colt Ford.[17]

Discography

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Studio albums

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Title Album details Peak chart
positions 		Certifications
(sales thresholds)
US Country
[18] 		US
[18]
Trick Pony 12 91
On a Mission
  • Release date: November 5, 2002
  • Label: Warner Bros. Nashville
 13 61
R.I.D.E. 4 20

Extended plays

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Title Album details
Pony Up
  • Release date: February 26, 2016
  • Label: Permian Records

Compilation albums

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Title Album details Peak positions
US Country
[18]
The Best of Trick Pony
  • Release date: April 14, 2009
  • Label: Warner Bros. Nashville
 58

Singles

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Year Single Peak chart
positions 		Album
US Country
[20] 		US
[20][3]
2000 "Pour Me" 12 71 Trick Pony
2001 "On a Night Like This" 4 47
2002 "Just What I Do" 13 —[A]
"On a Mission" 19 —[B] On a Mission
2003 "A Boy Like You" 47 —
2004 "The Bride" 27 — R.I.D.E.
2005 "It's a Heartache" 22 —
"Ain't Wastin' Good Whiskey on You" 42 —
"—" denotes releases that did not chart
Notes
  • A^ "Just What I Do" did not enter the Hot 100, but peaked at number 3 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, which acts as a 25-song extension of the Hot 100.
  • B^ "On a Mission" did not enter the Hot 100, but peaked at number 10 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, which acts as a 25-song extension of the Hot 100.

Music videos

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Year Video Director
2000 "Pour Me" Peter Zavadil
2001 "On a Night Like This"
2002 "Just What I Do"
"On a Mission" Gerry Wenner
2004 "The Bride" Peter Zavadil
2005 "It's a Heartache" Jeffrey Phillips

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Trick Pony was an American country music trio formed in 1999 in Nashville, Tennessee, by vocalist and guitarist Heidi Newfield, guitarist Keith Burns, and bassist Ira Dean, known for their energetic, rock-tinged sound and harmonious blend of male and female vocals. The group drew from the backgrounds of its members—Burns as a former sideman for Joe Diffie, Dean for Tanya Tucker, and Newfield from California—initially bonding over a shared vision for a lively trio inspired by acts like Peter, Paul & Mary, while emphasizing original songwriting and high-energy live performances. After playing hundreds of shows annually and securing a deal with Warner Bros. Records through a pivotal performance at Nashville's Wildhorse Saloon, they released their self-titled debut album in 2001, which they largely co-wrote and featured the hit single "Pour Me" that reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Building on their early momentum, Trick Pony issued their second album, On a Mission, in 2002, yielding Top 20 singles like "On a Mission" and "On a Night Like This," followed by R.I.D.E. in 2005, which included the Top 20 hit "Just What I Do" and further showcased their rowdy, party-oriented style influenced by southern rock and outlaw country traditions. In total, the original lineup produced eight charting singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs survey, four of which peaked in the Top 20, establishing them as a notable act in early 2000s country music. The band underwent significant changes starting in 2006 when Newfield departed for a solo career, signing with and releasing What Am I Waiting For in 2008; she was replaced by Aubrey Collins, but the group disbanded by 2008 after Collins left in 2007 and Dean in 2008, with Burns later forming the duo Burns & Poe. Trick Pony briefly reformed in 2013 with the original trio, though Dean exited again in 2014, leading to the release of the EP Pony Up! in 2016 via Permian Records and occasional performances thereafter. As of 2025, Newfield and Burns continue to tour and perform as Trick Pony.

History

Formation and debut

Trick Pony was formed in 1999 in , by guitarist Keith Burns and bassist Ira Dean, who had known each other for several years while working as sidemen for established country artists. Burns served as a guitarist in Joe Diffie's band, while Dean played bass for , and the two musicians decided to create a new group to pursue their own songwriting and performing vision. Around 1995, Burns received a demonstration tape from vocalist , whom Dean had met earlier in the early through mutual connections in the Nashville scene; impressed by her strong voice and harmonica skills, they recruited her as lead singer to form a dynamic trio blending male and female harmonies in a fresh take on . After years of building their sound through relentless touring—averaging about 300 shows annually—the band signed with in 2000, thanks in part to producer Chuck Howard, who championed their debut single "Pour Me (A Strong One)" and secured the label deal. Their self-titled debut album, Trick Pony, was released on March 13, 2001, and produced entirely by Howard, capturing the group's energetic, style with tracks emphasizing themes of heartbreak, nightlife, and resilience. The lead single, "Pour Me (A Strong One)," peaked at No. 12 on the chart, marking their first entry into the upper echelons of . The album's second single, "On a Night Like This," became their breakthrough hit, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and solidifying their presence with its upbeat, romantic narrative. The album's third single, "Just What I Do," peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Trick Pony achieved commercial success, earning a gold certification from the RIAA for shipments exceeding 500,000 copies, a notable accomplishment for a debut in the competitive country market of the early 2000s. Early live performances and tours further established their reputation as a premier party band, known for rowdy, high-energy sets that engaged audiences with a blend of humor, harmonies, and unpolished country edge, often drawing comparisons to classic barroom anthems.

Peak success and albums

Trick Pony achieved their greatest commercial success between 2002 and 2005, a period marked by the release of their second and third studio albums, which produced several charting singles and solidified their reputation as a high-energy act known for rowdy, honky-tonk-infused performances. The band earned multiple (ACM) Award nominations during this era, including Album of the Year, Single Record of the Year, Video of the Year, and Song of the Year for "On a Mission" in 2003, as well as Top Vocal Group. They also won Top New Vocal Group at the 2002 ACM Awards. Their live shows, characterized by enthusiastic crowd interaction and a party-like atmosphere, further boosted their popularity on the circuit. The group's second album, On a Mission, was released on November 5, 2002, by and produced by Chuck Howard. Peaking at No. 19 on the chart, the record emphasized themes of fun-loving, rebellious country life with tracks blending traditional elements and upbeat narratives. Three singles were issued from the album: the title track "On a Mission," which reached No. 19; "I Will...," peaking at No. 23; and "A Boy Like You," which charted at No. 47 on the chart. The album's energetic style and the band's cohesive sound during this time contributed to their growing fanbase, with "On a Mission" also earning ACM nominations for its production and video. Following a label switch from Warner Bros. to Asylum-Curb Records, Trick Pony released their third album, R.I.D.E., on August 23, 2005, produced by Anthony Smith and Chuck Howard. The title stood for "Rebellious Individuals Delivering Entertainment," capturing the band's playful, defiant persona. Key singles included "Girls Like That," which peaked at No. 23; "Ain't Wastin' Good Whiskey on You," reaching No. 48; and a cover of "It's a Heartache," hitting No. 22 on the Hot Country Songs chart. This release maintained their honky-tonk edge while incorporating diverse influences, though it marked the end of their initial run of major label success. Overall, the band's three albums from 2001 to 2005 yielded eight singles in the top 50 of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, highlighting their consistent chart presence and live performance prowess during this peak phase.

Disbandment and lineup changes

In late 2006, lead singer announced her departure from Trick Pony to pursue a solo career, citing a culmination of factors including her unhappiness within the group and creative differences that had built over time. The band's final performance with Newfield occurred at the end of December 2006, marking the end of the original trio's run after three studio albums. Following Newfield's exit, remaining members Keith Burns and Ira Dean attempted to continue the group by recruiting Aubrey Collins, a former contestant on the reality series , as the new lead vocalist. The revamped lineup debuted publicly in April 2007 at the Country Thunder festival in and performed at the later that month, with plans to record a new album for a fall release. However, Collins left the band in October 2007, attributing her departure to creative differences during studio sessions. The lineup instability continued into 2008 when Ira Dean announced his exit in February, stating it was time to step back and evaluate his personal and professional life after a challenging year. With Burns as the sole original member remaining and no further replacements, Trick Pony fully disbanded later that year. The group's decline was exacerbated by a lack of new music releases or significant activity following their 2005 album R.I.D.E., as they faced difficulties securing a stable label deal after intense negotiations and buying back rights to their earlier catalog from previous labels. These internal challenges, combined with repeated lineup shifts, effectively halted the band's momentum in an evolving landscape.

Reunion and later releases

In late 2013, Trick Pony reformed as the original trio of Keith Burns, Ira Dean, and Heidi Newfield, though Dean departed the group later that year, leaving Burns and Newfield to continue as a duo. The duo released their first project since 2005, the EP Pony Up, on February 26, 2016, through Permian Records in partnership with Sony RED Distribution. The six-track EP featured songs such as "Everybody Wanna Be Us," "Feels That Way Again," "Give It to You," and "Turn This Heart Around," alongside acoustic and electric versions of "Hard Rain Soft Kisses." None of the tracks achieved notable chart success on country music charts. Post-reunion activities included limited live performances, such as an appearance at the 2014 Gulf Coast Jam in , but no full-length studio album was ever released. In 2017, Burns and Newfield faced a legal dispute over the band's with their former manager, Herbert Graham, who had registered the name after it lapsed during the group's hiatus, leading to delays in their activities. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, sought to prevent the duo from using the Trick Pony name for performances and recordings. As of 2025, Trick Pony remains inactive as a recording and touring entity, with no new group projects announced, while individual members pursue solo endeavors.

Members

Original lineup

The original lineup of Trick Pony consisted of Keith Burns, Ira Dean, and , who formed the core of the trio from its inception in 1999 until Newfield's departure in 2006. This trio's blend of rock-infused , high-energy performances, and collaborative songwriting defined the band's rowdy, outlaw-inspired sound. Keith Burns, born November 16, 1963, in Atlanta, Georgia, served as the band's lead guitarist and co-founder, also contributing vocals and songwriting. Having picked up the guitar at age 14, Burns built his early career as a , notably writing the song "Whole Lotta Gone" for in 1996, which marked a pivotal moment leading to the band's formation. He met Ira Dean in the early while both were navigating Nashville's music scene, and together they decided to start a band around 1995, drawing from Burns' admiration for artists like . Ira Dean, born August 23, 1969, in , was the bassist, co-founder, and backing vocalist, with significant input on the group's songwriting. The youngest of five children in a musical family—his brother is also a country artist—Dean studied at before gaining experience as a in Tanya Tucker's band. He had known since around 1991 through Nashville connections and collaborated with Burns to recruit her after receiving her demo tape, solidifying the lineup in 1999. Dean's contributions extended to arranging high-profile features, such as Johnny Cash's guest appearance on the band's debut album. Heidi Newfield, born October 4, 1970, in , brought lead vocals, , and harmonica to the group, joining as the third member in 1999 after Burns and Dean reviewed her demonstration tape. Raised on a Quarter Horse ranch, Newfield developed her harmonica skills inspired by her grandfather and moved to Nashville as a teenager to pursue music, supporting herself through demo work and waiting tables. Her powerful, raspy delivery—often compared to and —became a signature of Trick Pony's sound, complemented by her co-writing efforts on several tracks. Collectively, the trio's songwriting fueled much of Trick Pony's catalog, with Burns, Dean, and Newfield co-authoring originals that captured themes of and heartache, such as those on their self-titled debut . Their live performances were renowned for relentless energy, often playing over 200 shows annually in the band's early years, blending tight instrumentation with audience-engaging banter. Interpersonal dynamics played a key role in their chemistry: Burns and Newfield bonded quickly over shared musical influences upon her arrival, while Dean's longstanding friendship with Newfield and professional rapport with Burns fostered a familial, high-spirited atmosphere that translated into the band's playful, unified stage presence.

Additional and temporary members

Following the departure of lead vocalist in late 2006, Aubrey Collins joined Trick Pony as the new lead singer in early 2007, forming a temporary lineup with remaining members Keith Burns and Ira Dean. This change was an attempt to revive the band amid declining commercial success after their third album, R.I.D.E., underperformed on the charts. Collins, a Texas-born singer-songwriter who had released an independent album at age 15, performed with the group at events like the Country Thunder festival and the All-Star Jam, marking their debut with the new configuration. However, her tenure lasted only about nine months, as internal challenges and lack of label support led to her exit in late , followed by Ira Dean's departure in 2008, effectively ending the band's activities until a later reunion of the original trio. No studio recordings or singles were released featuring Collins, reflecting the short-lived nature of this lineup and the absence of new material during this period. Following the 2013 reunion, Ira Dean departed again in , leaving Keith Burns and to continue as a duo. As of 2025, Burns and Newfield remain the active members, releasing singles such as "" in February 2025 and performing occasionally. There were no other official additional members during this interim phase, though occasionally incorporated touring support musicians for live performances, such as at the 2007 ACM event, without integrating them into the core group. The brief tenures of these changes were attributed to creative differences and the difficulty in recapturing 's earlier momentum without Newfield, ultimately contributing to the full disbandment before their reunion.

Discography

Studio albums

Trick Pony's self-titled debut studio album was released on March 13, 2001, by Warner Bros. Records and produced by Chuck Howard. The record emphasized a high-energy, party-oriented country sound infused with southern rock elements, featuring harmonious vocals from the trio and guest appearances by Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings on the track "Big River." Highlight tracks include the lead single "Pour Me," "On a Night Like This," and "Just What I Do," which showcased the band's rowdy, fun-loving style and contributed to its commercial momentum. The album earned gold certification from the RIAA for 500,000 units shipped, marking the group's strongest commercial performance. The follow-up album, On a Mission, arrived on November 5, 2002, via and was once again produced by Chuck Howard. Continuing the theme of upbeat, celebratory country anthems with rock edges, it included contributions from on "Whiskey River," reinforcing the band's rebellious, good-time vibe. Notable tracks such as the title song "On a Mission" and "I Can Feel the Grass Grow" highlighted their songwriting collaboration and vocal interplay. The album peaked at number 13 on the chart, solidifying their presence in the genre despite shifting label dynamics. Critics praised its energetic production and the group's evolving maturity while retaining their party ethos. In 2005, Trick Pony switched to Asylum-Curb Records for their third studio album, R.I.D.E. (standing for "Rebellious Individuals Delivering Entertainment"), released on August 23 and co-produced by Chuck Howard and Anthony Smith. The effort debuted at number 4 on the Top Country Albums chart, selling about 37,000 copies in its first week, and explored similar party country themes with bolder experimentation, including covers of ' "Senorita" and Bonnie Tyler's "." Standout tracks like "Hillbilly Rich" and "" exemplified the album's defiant, entertaining spirit amid lineup tensions. Overall, the band's three studio albums received acclaim for their infectious, rock-tinged party country approach, blending humor, harmony, and high spirits to distinguish them in the early Nashville scene.

Extended plays

Trick Pony released their only , Pony Up, on February 26, 2016, as a digital-only project through Permian Records, LLC, distributed by Mansion Entertainment. This EP represented the group's first new recordings since their 2005 album R.I.D.E., emerging as part of their reunion efforts that began in 2013 with a revised lineup of and Keith Burns. Produced by , the release comprises six tracks blending country-rock elements but garnered no significant chart performance or widespread commercial attention. The EP's track listing is as follows:
No.TitleLength
1"Everybody Wanna Be Us"2:54
2"Feels That Way Again"2:42
3"Give It to You"2:20
4"Turn This Heart Around"3:09
5"Hard Rain Soft Kisses (Acoustic)"3:48
6"Hard Rain Soft Kisses (Electric)"3:34
Total length: 18:27. "Give It to You" serves as an energetic opener to the collection's themes of revival, while "Turn This Heart Around" delivers a reflective ballad on personal transformation.

Compilation albums

Trick Pony's first compilation album, ''The Best of Trick Pony'', was released on April 14, 2009, by Warner Bros. Records. This 10-track collection draws exclusively from the band's first two studio albums, ''Trick Pony'' (2001) and ''On a Mission'' (2002), highlighting their most notable singles and fan favorites from the early 2000s. Key inclusions are "Pour Me," "On a Night Like This," and "Just What I Do," which capture the group's signature blend of country rock and honky-tonk energy. The album serves as an accessible retrospective for longtime listeners, emphasizing the original trio's vocal harmonies and songwriting contributions during their major-label peak. In 2023, issued ''The Complete Warner Years'', a digital-focused compilation compiling 25 tracks from the band's 2001–2002 output. This release encompasses all songs from ''Trick Pony'' and ''On a Mission'', including B-sides and collaborations such as "Big River" featuring and , providing a thorough archival overview of their formative period. Aimed at streaming platforms, it revives the material for modern audiences without new recordings, underscoring the enduring appeal of the group's debut-era sound. No other official compilation albums exist in Trick Pony's discography, with these releases functioning primarily as retrospective efforts to preserve and reintroduce their Warner-era catalog.

Singles

Trick Pony released eight singles that charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, with their highest peaks in the top 10 but no No. 1 hits. These singles were primarily drawn from their three studio albums, showcasing the group's blend of country rock and traditional influences. "On a Night Like This" marked their closest brush with the top of the chart, reaching No. 4 and highlighting their breakthrough success from the debut album. The group's charting singles include:
SingleYearPeak PositionAlbum
"Pour Me (A Strong One)"2001No. 12Trick Pony
"On a Night Like This"2001No. 4Trick Pony
"More Like Me"2001No. 40Trick Pony
"Just What I Do"2002No. 13Trick Pony
"On a Mission"2003No. 19On a Mission
"She'd Say Yes"2003No. 41On a Mission
"Girls Like That" (feat. )2005No. 23R.I.D.E.
"Sad Is the New Cool"2005No. 41R.I.D.E.
Following their reunion, Trick Pony issued the Pony Up EP in 2016, which included non-charting singles such as "Everybody Wanna Be Us" and "Feels That Way Again," reflecting a return to their energetic style without significant chart impact.

Music videos

Trick Pony produced four official music videos during their primary recording era with Warner Bros. Records, each accompanying key singles from their debut album Trick Pony (2001), On a Mission (2002), and R.I.D.E. (2005). These videos emphasized the band's signature rowdy, high-energy persona, often featuring barroom antics, live performance footage, and playful narratives that highlighted their rock-infused country sound. They received regular rotation on major country music networks like CMT and Great American Country (GAC), helping to boost the group's visibility in the early 2000s country scene. No official videos were produced for tracks from their later independent EP Pony Up! (2016). The video for the debut single "Pour Me (A Strong One)" was released in 2001 and directed by Peter Zavadil. It depicts the band members reveling in a lively bar environment, with scenes of drinking, dancing, and rowdy camaraderie that mirror the song's call for a strong drink to forget troubles. The video premiered on CMT's Most Wanted Live program, marking Trick Pony's introduction to visual media in country . "," the follow-up single from the same album, also received a 2001 video treatment under Zavadil's direction. The production captures a nighttime escapade theme, showing the group on a spontaneous and romantic rendezvous under the stars, underscoring the lyrics' sense of seizing the moment despite warnings. It became one of the most-played videos on CMT during its peak rotation week in 2001. The 2002 video for "On a Mission" from On a Mission continued the band's energetic aesthetic, focusing on performance shots interspersed with humorous vignettes of pursuit and mischief. Aired frequently on CMT and , it reinforced Trick Pony's reputation for fun, irreverent storytelling in their visuals. Finally, "Girls Like That" from R.I.D.E., featuring guest vocals from , had a 2005 video that leaned into the album's rebellious vibe with scenes of small-town and flirtatious encounters. The added a layer of star power, and the video aired on CMT and , though it marked one of the band's final major-label productions before lineup changes.

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