The two met because it was fated. Or perhaps it was inevitable, since they both play music in the medium size town of Raleigh, North Caro- lina. But since destiny is, after all, inevitable, they spotted each oth- er on their respective stages, were duly impressed, and they did meet. And because both of them make wonderful music, and because they’re a couple of smarties, they recognized the potential for beau- ty in alliance. The result is the fetching and forthright new music of The Small Pon...