Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson

Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson

artist Ireland

Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known professionally as CMAT, is a 29-year-old Irish singer-songwriter who gained fame during the lockdown era with her catchy, country-inflected pop songs. After struggling to launch her music career while working in various low-paying jobs in Manchester, she wrote the life-changing track 'I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!' in a moment of emotional turmoil. Her debut album, 'If My Wife Knew I’d Be Dead,' topped the Irish charts and expanded her audience internationally. CMAT is known for her vibrant personality, bold fashion choices, and outspoken views on social issues, including body positivity and capitalism. Her third album, 'Euro-Country,' reflects her personal experiences and the socio-economic struggles in Ireland, igniting conversations about mental health and the music industry's role in addressing societal issues.

Born on Jan 01, 1994 (32 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
18,630
Power
19$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 1 9.00 0.37% +0% 5,030,000 18,630 $5,100 19$
Totals 1 5,030,000 18,630 $5,100 19$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: CMAT, real name Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, has won the RTÉ Choice Music Prize Album of the Year for Euro-Country. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: CMAT wins Choice Music Prize Album of the Year for Euro-Country – The Irish Times

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, better known as CMAT, is an Irish singer-songwriter whose album Euro-Country explores themes of loneliness and alienation in modern society. 9

The Guardian: Flamboyant, furious and full of hope: CMAT is the sound of 2025 | John Harris

United Kingdom United Kingdom: CMAT, whose real name is Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, announced she will postpone her sold-out UK tour due to wisdom tooth pain. 5

BBC: Irish singer CMAT postpones UK tour due to wisdom tooth pain

Iceland Iceland: Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known as cmat, was seen in a top from Hildur's brand, marking her rise in the music world. 9

Morgunblaðið: Elizabeth Hurley vekur athygli í íslenskum kjól

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, better known as CMAT, is an Irish pop star and songwriter whose new single Euro-Country reflects the struggles of her generation in post-recession Ireland. 9

The Guardian: The emblem of modern Ireland? Not fiddles and Guinness but a soulless shopping plaza | Emer McHugh

Ireland Ireland: Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, aka CMAT, has announced her biggest Irish concerts to date. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: CMAT announces biggest Irish shows to date – The Irish Times