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Eli Young Band Making Big Plans for 2013

Megan Pacella — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Even though they haven't opened Christmas presents or celebrated New Year's yet, the Eli Young Band guys already have big plans for 2013. Not only will the band set out to tour with Kenny Chesney next year, they also plan to make time for the studio.

Eli Young Band's Mike Eli Says New Baby Made His House a Home

Megan Pacella — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:00:52 +0000

Mike Eli of Eli Young Band finally feels at home. No, he's not kicking his feet up and putting an end to his country music career. He and his wife Kacey just brought their baby girl, Kline Olivia, home, and they finally feel their space is complete.

Eli Young Band Gives a Little to Those Who Gave A Lot

Sean Ericson — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:30:26 +0000

Proof that it’s not just what you do in the studio or onstage, the Eli Young Band recently used there spare time to make a big difference. Before their show in Nashville on Friday, the boys gave their time with the organization Musicians On Call, playing for 30 Veterans recieving dylasis at the VA Hospital [...]

Eli Young Band's Jon Jones and Wife Expecting First Baby

Billy Dukes — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 11:44:19 +0000

Soon, the Eli Young Band's tour bus will need an extra bunk -- be it a tiny one. Bassist Jon Jones announced that his wife Sarah is expecting the couple's first child, a baby boy, due on Dec. 23. That makes two babies in 2012 for the ACM Award-winning group, as singer Mike Eli welcomed his first baby in July.

Eli Young Band Cross Fingers for Nominations at the 2012 CMA Awards

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 21:30:13 +0000

With the reveal of the 2012 CMA Awards nominees just days away, the Eli Young Band guys — like many country artists — are wondering if they will hear their name called in any categories. Having just celebrated their second chart-topping hit, ‘Even if It Breaks Your Heart,’ the band members joke that they will any nominations that come their way.

Eli Young Band Celebrate 'Even if It Breaks Your Heart' With Friends in Nashville

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 19:00:39 +0000

Eli Young Band spent their Monday afternoon celebrating their latest chart-topping hit, ‘Even if It Breaks Your Heart.’ The band, as well as the song’s two writers — Eric Paslay and Will Hoge — gathered at Nashville’s CMA headquarters to honor the song and all the key people who helped take it all the way to the top.

Eli Young Band, Alan Jackson Featured on Today's Country Clash [AUDIO/POLL]

Danny Merrell — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 18:02:45 +0000

We have two new challengers on today's Country Clash, this after Wade Hayes entered the Hall of Fame with his 7th straight win.

So our challengers today are the new songs from Alan Jackson and the Eli Young Band.

RTX Sunday Video — 'Even if it Breaks Your Heart' Eli Young Band

Buddy Logan — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 20:28:54 +0000

This week Denton, TX based Eli Young Band took their latest single “Even if it Breaks Your Heart” to No. 1 in both The U.S. and Canada. After taking over the Texas Music scene in the mid ’00s, before breaking out nationally, it’s so great to see the support EYB continues to receive right here in Texas. Something it seems other singers and bands have had trouble with when venturing out of the Lone Star State.

The Consummate Guitarist Makes His Debut This Day in Country Music – June 20th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:00:44 +0000

Greatest, consummate, most influential. No matter how you describe Chet Atkins there is no denying that his effect on music will be felt for years to come. 2009 – Steel Magnolia is introduced on the season premiere of CMT’s competition “Can You Duet.” Judges for the season include Big Kenny, Naomi Judd and Big Machine executive [...]

Eli Young Band Excited to Tour (and Golf?) With Rascal Flatts on American Band Tour

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:46 +0000

This summer will be action-packed with all of the high-profile tours going on in country music. One of the most anticipated treks, however, is Rascal Flatts‘ American Band Tour, also featuring Eli Young Band, Little Big Town and Edens Edge.

ACM – Eli Young Band Gets Song Of The Year [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:13:55 +0000

Congratulations to Mike Eli, James Young, and the rest of the guys from the Eli Young Band.

The guys that were on the Banita Creek Hall stage just a few short weeks ago, were on the ACM stage in Vegas last night accepting the award for Song of the Year.

Eli Young Band Comes To Nacogdoches – Wanna Win Meet & Greet Passes?

Danny Merrell — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:28:21 +0000

The Eli Young Band is on fire!

They just scored their first number one song with 'Crazy Girl', and their latest single 'Even If It Breaks Your Heart' is making a run to the top of the charts as well.

Wednesday night, EYB will be on stage at Banita Creek Hall in Nacogdoches.

Eli Young Band Offer Message of Hope With New Single 'Even if It Breaks Your Heart'

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:00:03 +0000

For some country music fans, Eli Young Band is a new group of guys on the rise. What they may not know is that the band has been hard at work building their career for well over a decade, even though they just celebrated their first No. 1 single with ‘Crazy Girl.’

The Highwaymen Go Gold This Day In Country Music – February 10th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:00:02 +0000

2011 – Republic Nashville releases The Eli Young Band’s “Crazy Girl” to radio. 2008 – “Before He Cheats” wins twice during the 50th annual Grammys televised on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles. It brings Best Female Country Vocal Performance to Carrie Underwood and Best Country Song to composers Josh Kear and [...]

Eli Young Band Make a Drinking Game Out of State of the Union Address

Billy Dukes — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:32:28 +0000

Like millions of Americans who watched President Obama’s State of the Union address on Tuesday night, the Eli Young Band paid close attention to the details of his message — at least for as long as they could before likely toppling over. A recent tweet from the band indicates they made a drinking game out of the 65-minute long speech.

Eli Young Band Battles Brantley Gilbert On Today's Country Clash [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:05:34 +0000

'You Don't Know Her Like I Do' by Brantley Gilbert wins again, this time taking 75% of the vote against the latest by Ronnie Dunn.

Now, Gilbert will be matched up against the new song from the Eli Young Band. Take a listen to both songs after the jump.

Justin Moore Battles Lady Antebellum – Tries To Lock Up Spot In Finals [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:40:37 +0000

'If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away' by Justin Moore's wins again, this time taking 73% of the vote against 'Crazy Girl' from the Eli Young Band.

Today, Moore takes on 'Just A Kiss' by Lady Antebellum. If Justin wins today's battle, his song will be guaranteed a place in the finals which will take place December 22nd and 23rd.

Eli Young Band And Justin Moore Meet In Today's Year End Country Clash [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:40:17 +0000

'If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away' by Justin Moore's may end up being East Texas' number one song of 2011. That song took 67% of the vote in yesterday's Country Clash against 'Let Me Down Easy' by Billy Currington.

Moore will try to keep the streak alive today as he takes on a band that had their first number one of the year - The Eli Young Band.

Local Ladies Kaitlin Harper and Lacey Peebler Review The New Eli Young Band CD

Danny Merrell — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:24:11 +0000

The new Eli Young Band CD 'Life At Best' is released in stores and online today. The first single, 'Crazy Girl' is already a top 20 hit for the band...but what about the rest of the CD?

We have enlisted the help of Lacey Peebler, special music consultant from Hudson, and Kaitlin Harper, originally from Hudson but now a musical correspondent from Murfreesboro, TN (she is also the future wife of singer Hunter Hayes...don't tell him that, though)...their review of the CD follows the jump.

A Big Day For Babies This Day In Country Music History – June 20th

Sean Ericson — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:09:42 +0000

2009 – Steel Magnolia is introduced on the season premiere of CMT’s competition “Can You Duet.” Judges for the season include Big Kenny, Naomi Judd and Big Machine executive Scott Borchetta. 2007 – The Academy of Country Music presents the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award to Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Don Williams and songwriter Harlan Howard [...]