“A band worth listening to” – GroundSounds
“Irresistible” – All Things Go
Cowboy Diplomacy delivers unrestrained, invigorating southern rock and blues out of Austin, TX. Led by Ian Cochran (vocals, guitar), Brad Bentley (bass), and Matt Leslie (drums).
Runner-Up Best Austin Band 2019 – The Austin Chronicle
Runner-Up Best Performing Group-Rock 2019 – The Austin Chronicle
Runner-Up Best Male Vocals Ian Cochran 2019 – The Austin Chronicle
“20 Austin Bands To Watch In 2018” – Culture Collide
Voted “Best Band of ATX” 2017 – Austin Monthly
Black Fret Nominees and grant recipients – 2017
Have played with Bishop Gunn, A Thousand Horses, Amasa Hines and more.
Featured on Austin360 Studio Sessions, BalconyTV, Fox 7 Good Day Austin, Sofar Sounds.