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Cowboys and Indians is an independent band of folk rock style that was created in Vancouver, British Columbia. Their music is along the lines of drinkin’ music. The bands combination of violin, harmonica and emotive vocals brings a unique sound to the music scene.

History
The band got together in 2007 when Ryan McAllister invited his cousin, Barnaby Mckae to record some songs in his studio along with Daniel Huscroft. They worked steady for two months and then Cowboys and Indians was born.

Members
Ryan McAllister is the lead vocalist and the creator of the rock band. He plays harmonica and guitar. He also takes part in the song writing. He was in a Christian rock band called Dakona from 1997-2004. The band dispersed and he went his way of becoming and became a solo artist for a short time. He then went on to producing records with other artists and that’s how he began Cowboys and Indians.

Daniel Huscroft is the lead guitarist of the band. He also does vocals and plays violin. He also contributes to the song writing. He also was in a rock band from Calgary, Alberta before Cowboys and Indians called Strada. He then moved on to playing guitar for Sarah Kelly. In 2006, Ryan invited Huscroft to his studio just outside of Vancouver to produce some records. Ryan had been inspired by Huscroft’s ability to play guitar and his inspiring song writing, he could not pass Daniel up. The band was in the process of blooming.

Barnaby Mckae is another fabulous member of Cowboys and Indians. He plays the guitar, does vocals and he also contributes to the song writing. His writing style creates the uniqueness of the band and brings originality to their sound. In 2007, Ryan invited his cousin Mckae out to his studio and the start of the band began. Two short months later the sound of an inspiring band was born.

Discography
Cowboys and Indians (Album) •	Released in 2008

•	First debut album

•	First single – If You Don’t Love Me Anymore

•	Their first music video was released in August.

Also See
Dakona