Eli Young Band

Eli Young Band have worked their way up to becoming one of country music's most respected bands over the course of a long, slow climb. The band formed initially as a duo comprising Mike Eli and James Young, who met at the University of North Texas. They became a band with the addition of Chris Thompson and Jon Jones, and released their self-titled debut album in 2002. The group released 'Level' in 2005 and began building a large touring base, but they didn't really get their biggest national break until 2011, when 'Life at Best' took off on the strength of "Crazy Girl," their first No. 1 hit. They followed up with another No. 1 single, "Even if It Breaks Your Heart," which was nominated for ACM and Grammy awards. They followed up that breakthrough with "Drunk Last Night," another No. 1 from their 2013 album, '10,000 Towns,' which also spawned the hit single, "Dust." Most recently, EYB released a new EP titled 'Turn It On,' featuring the title track as its first single.

  • Formed: 2000 in Denton, Texas
  • Top Songs: “Even if It Breaks Your Heart,” “Crazy Girl,” “Drunk Last Night”
  • Did You Know? “Even if It Breaks Your Heart” was originally recorded by Will Hoge, who co-wrote the song.
  • Further Reading: Eli Young Band Celebrate the ‘Dad Bod’
Eli Young Band vs. Pat Green – Texas Red Dirt Rumble
Eli Young Band vs. Pat Green – Texas Red Dirt Rumble
Congratulations to Eli Young Band! The Texas foursome stopped Cody Canada and the Departed's winning streak in the Taste of Country Texas Red Dirt Rumble. 'Even if It Breaks Your Heart' will move on to face a new challenger this week, a song from another Texan with major label experience.
Eli Young Band Square Off Against Eli Young for Naming Rights
Eli Young Band Square Off Against Eli Young for Naming Rights
The Eli Young Band guys have often had to explain that there is no Eli Young in their band, their name is just a combination of two people's last names -- singer Mike Eli and guitarist James Young. When faced with a pizza delivery man who shared the moniker Eli Young, however, that justification didn't hold up. In this funny new video, the foursome race the real Mr. Eli Young for naming rights. Re
Cody Canada and the Departed vs. Eli Young Band – Texas Red Dirt Rumble
Cody Canada and the Departed vs. Eli Young Band – Texas Red Dirt Rumble
Make it two in a row for Cody Canada and the Departed. 'Skyline Radio,' their No. 1 hit on the Texas radio chart, knocked off Cody Johnson's 'Diamond in My Pocket' by the slimmest of margins, which means the group will move on to face a new challenger during this week's Taste of Country Texas Red Dirt Rumble.
Picture of the Week: Eli Young Band Get Side Jobs
Picture of the Week: Eli Young Band Get Side Jobs
"Would you like that covered, smothered, chunked or topped? Or maybe capped?" OK, three-fourths of the Eli Young Band didn't really get day jobs serving eggs and grits at the Waffle House, but they sure look the part don't they?
Eli Young Band Announce Headlining Tour for 2012
Eli Young Band Announce Headlining Tour for 2012
After years of playing small clubs and bars across the country or sharing the stage with major acts, the Eli Young Band will venture out on their own headlining tour in 2012. Their Keep on Dreamin' Tour will have the spotlight shining bright after recently celebrating their first No. 1 hit when 'Crazy Girl' hit the top of the charts.
Eli Young Band Make a Drinking Game Out of State of the Union Address
Eli Young Band Make a Drinking Game Out of State of the Union Address
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.

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