The Promise Ring - Definition

The Promise Ring is an emo band started as a side project by Davey vonBohlen during his time as guitar player for Cap'n Jazz.

1996 brought their first full-length album, titled 30 Degrees Everywhere, released by Jade Tree Records. The record was followed by 1997's Nothing Feels Good, which gained the band a larger following and rave reviews. After a few changes in bass players, 1998 saw the release of the boys + girls ep, which was released on both cd and 7", with the cd containing an additional song. In 1999 they furthered their success with the release of Very Emergency, which concentrated even more on their pop sound. Following their final release in 2002, titled wood/water, The Promise Ring decided to move on to new projects.