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Cowboy X performing live in Dublin, 2006

Cowboy X was a Dublin-based alternative electro-rock band active primarily between 2004 and 2010. Known for blending live instruments with electronic textures, the band received critical acclaim in the Irish music press and performed at key national festivals including Electric Picnic. Their music gained significant traction on Myspace, leading to international attention.

History

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Cowboy X released their debut EP in 2004, followed by a string of singles including "Gabbi," "Shot Down," and "Between the Hit and the Miss" in 2006. Their debut album, Who Are These People, was released the same year on an independent label. The band's sound was noted for its mix of electronic loops, driving guitars, and emotive vocals, drawing comparisons to acts like Garbage and Depeche Mode.

The album was reviewed by several Irish media outlets:

  • The Irish Times praised their "sonic experimentation and dynamic songwriting."[1]
  • The Sunday Business Post described the album as "an exciting and well-produced debut."[2]
  • Hot Press featured the band in a July 2006 interview highlighting their distinctive blend of rock and electronics.[3]
  • The Evening Echo previewed their 2006 Cork show, calling them "a band making waves on the national scene."[4]
  • The Irish Independent gave a positive live review in July 2006.[5]
  • In 2008, Hot Press named "Japanese Toy" Single of the Week.[6]

In June 2006, In Dublin Magazine previewed their debut album and noted the band's growing presence in the local scene.[7]

The Sunday Times Magazine published a full interview with the band in July 2006.[8]

In 2006, Cowboy X were invited to perform at the North by Northeast (NXNE) festival in Canada, but were unable to attend. They received ongoing support from national radio, including Phantom FM and RTÉ 2FM. They recorded a live session for RTÉ 2FM's Dan Hegarty show, which was later rebroadcast in 2021 as part of the Sessions Archive.[9]

Cowboy X performed on the Electric Arena stage at Electric Picnic on 31 August 2008. They also appeared on national television, including a full performance feature on RTÉ's The Last Broadcast (2006), hosted by Dave Fanning.[10] and The Podge and Rodge Show in 2009, where they performed a cover of Kim Wilde's "Kids in America."[11]

They were also featured on RTÉ's indie music show When Under Ether in 2009.[12]

In addition to their debut album, they released:

  • "Japanese Toy" (single, 15 August 2008)
  • "Break Me" (single, 2009)
  • Analogue Droids (EP, 10 October 2009)
  • "SIC" (single, 2025)
  • Meant to be Machines was announced in 2010 but never officially released.

Reception and Legacy

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Cowboy X attracted a devoted following on Myspace, amassing nearly 200,000 plays during their peak. They were known for their energetic live performances, DIY ethos, and seamless blend of electronic and rock influences.

Despite disbanding in the early 2010s, the band has remained a cult favourite among Irish indie fans. In 2025, Cowboy X released the single "SIC," marking their first new material in over a decade.

Discography

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  • Who Are These People (2006)
  • "Japanese Toy" (2008)
  • "Break Me" (2009)
  • Analogue Droids EP (2009)
  • "SIC" (2025)
  • Selected singles: "Gabbi," "Shot Down," "Between the Hit and the Miss"

References

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  1. ^ The Irish Times, 30 June 2006. Scanned review
  2. ^ Sunday Business Post, 30 July 2006. Scanned interview
  3. ^ Hot Press, July 2006. Scanned feature
  4. ^ Evening Echo, 14 September 2006. Scanned article
  5. ^ Irish Independent, July 2006. Scanned review
  6. ^ Hot Press, June 2008. Scanned review
  7. ^ In Dublin Magazine, June 2006. Scanned article
  8. ^ Sunday Times Magazine, July 2006. Scanned interview
  9. ^ RTÉ 2FM, Sessions Archive – Dan Hegarty Show, July 2021. Screenshot
  10. ^ RTÉ Television, The Last Broadcast, September 2006. Scanned image
  11. ^ "Cowboy X – Kids in America (Live on RTÉ's Podge and Rodge Show)". YouTube. 23 March 2009. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
  12. ^ RTÉ Television, When Under Ether, 2009. Screenshot
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