Galactic Cowboys

Houston-based metal group known for combining heavy guitars with Beatlesque melodies, three-part harmonies and ironic touches.

Debut self-titled album released in 1991. Let It Go (2000) is identified in reviews as their seventh album. Reviews note the band reformed in 2009 and again in 2013 and had a fresh album in 2017. Members mentioned in reviews include Ben Huggins, Monty Colvin, Dane Sonnier and Alan Doss.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Galactic Cowboys for blending heavy metal power with Beatles-like melodies, three-part harmonies and sustained irony. Reviewers highlight the 1991 self-titled debut and 2000's Let It Go. The band is repeatedly compared to and linked with King's X and noted for eclectic, unmarketable creativity.

For:Listeners who like heavy/progressive metal with strong melodies, Beatlesque harmonies and playful irony.