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Galactic Cowboys were a heavy rock/metal band based in Houston, Texas. They combined progressive metal with a style of vocals influenced by The Beatles and the heavy playing style of thrash bands such as Anthrax.
Original members Monty Colvin (Bass, vocals), Alan Doss (Drums, vocals), Ben Huggins (Lead vocals, guitar), and Dane Sonnier (Guitar, vocals) released their self-titled album in 1991, with the follow-up “Space In Your Face” in 1993. Sonnier then decided to leave the group. The band returned in 1996 with album number three entitled “Machine Fish” on Metal Blade Records, along with new guitarist Wally Farkas.
It was in 1997 that they released “The Horse That Bud Bought”, which was a minor departure for the band. They used a similar songwriting style but lightened the tone. The music contained a more rock feel, with less metal leanings. The music for the next two albums, “At The End Of The Day” and “Let It Go” also were also similar in this regard.
After 2000’s “Let It Go” the Cowboys decided to disband. The former members of the band continue to be active in the music scene.
Original members Monty Colvin (Bass, vocals), Alan Doss (Drums, vocals), Ben Huggins (Lead vocals, guitar), and Dane Sonnier (Guitar, vocals) released their self-titled album in 1991, with the follow-up “Space In Your Face” in 1993. Sonnier then decided to leave the group. The band returned in 1996 with album number three entitled “Machine Fish” on Metal Blade Records, along with new guitarist Wally Farkas.
It was in 1997 that they released “The Horse That Bud Bought”, which was a minor departure for the band. They used a similar songwriting style but lightened the tone. The music contained a more rock feel, with less metal leanings. The music for the next two albums, “At The End Of The Day” and “Let It Go” also were also similar in this regard.
After 2000’s “Let It Go” the Cowboys decided to disband. The former members of the band continue to be active in the music scene.
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MikeySchenker wrote:
FA-BU-LOUS band...
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jackrox wrote:
Great Band, great memories of the 3 shows I caught over the years.
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scottbale wrote:
These guys put on three of the greatest live shows I ever saw. I'm rediscovering them after many years. Wish they were still together, and wish I hadn't been such a fair weather fan when they were.
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Lunarsight wrote:
Epi - They're definitely a Christian act. The thing is - they also happen to write very intelligent lyrics, which may be why the Christian element isn't glaringly obvious. I'm non-Christian & fairly liberal, but it's hard not to appreciate the clever wit of some of their lyrics -- take "Hey Mr", for instance, which ruthlessly satirizes Bill Clinton with extreme precision.
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anesthetize7 wrote:
Most (or all) bandmembers are christians so it would be logical that their lyrics are (as galacticredskin said) in some way influenced by their faith. The lyrics don't have to be preachy to be christian.
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galacticredskin wrote:
The Christian angle is in some of their songs, if you don't see it anywhere maybe you need to read the lyrics!
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epi_gee wrote:
if these guys are christians, they don't write about in thier songs... not sure why people are tagging them that way.
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Lerxstcat wrote:
Good description, and in turn I often describe Kings X as the Beatles meets Metallica - only not exactly! But they are as ethereal as tThe Beatles and as heavy as Metallica in their own way!
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granturismokid wrote:
I wish these guys were still together makin' music. What a shame they broke up. Always loved their tunes!
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goashem wrote:
I kinda forgot this band for over 15 years and I got posivitely surprised this week after founding them again..
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epi_gee wrote:
still a fan after nearly 20 years.
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anesthetize7 wrote:
Wow this is one great prog metal band! Definately going to listen more to these guys.
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galacticredskin wrote:
Yes, one of the greatest bands of all time, I agree.
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Shardzvoskat wrote:
One of the greatest bands of all time.
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rush2112miona wrote:
I like GC!
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Gamma_Eyes wrote:
They just don't make bands like Galactic Cowboys anymore. :(
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outhousemusic wrote:
Say GC fans - I've uploaded a cool photo (click tab 'pics') and be nice for a change of scenery here.
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KingsXno1 wrote:
Wally GREAT work with dUg on Strum Sum Up! The cd ROCKS ROCKS ROCKS! nice!
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Zarathustra35 wrote:
What an underrated band! Awesome fuckin´yeah riffs and a good composition in a whole!
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s0ulfly2 wrote:
Amazing band !!!
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