In today’s episode of things we absolutely did not have on our 2026 bingo card, legendary shock-metal icons GWAR have released a cover of Chappell Roan’s queer pop anthem, “Pink Pony Club.” And yes, it somehow works.

The band known for intergalactic blood-soaked theatrics and over-the-top performances takes Roan’s glitter-drenched celebration of self-expression and cranks it up to eleven, swapping disco confidence for shredding guitars and GWAR’s unmistakable brand of controlled chaos. The heart of the song, though? Still very much intact. It’s loud, proud, and delightfully unhinged.

For a track that’s become a modern queer classic, the crossover feels oddly perfect. Chappell Roan’s Pink Pony Club has always been about finding freedom, chosen family, and dancing unapologetically in your own truth and GWAR leaning into that message through metal theatrics feels more celebratory than parody.

It’s also a reminder that queer joy doesn’t live in just one genre, aesthetic, or scene. Sometimes it shows up in rhinestones and synths. Sometimes it shows up in monster costumes and distortion pedals. And sometimes, it shows up as both at the same time.

Whether you’re a devoted GWAR fan, a Chappell Roan stan, or just someone who loves watching pop culture collide in the weirdest possible ways, this cover is worth a listen. Welcome to the Pink Pony Club, GWAR-style. Blood splatter optional.