Eli Young Band

The namesake of members Mike Eli and James Young, the Eli Young Band is unapologetically sentimental one moment, party animals the next. You’ve probably heard them soundtrack the first dance at a wedding, and then played during the ceremony after. A few years ago, Eli, Young and company scored back-to-back No. 1 country singles with “Crazy Girl” and “Even If It Breaks Your Heart,” which remain their signature tunes, and you better believe everyone in the crowd at one of their concerts knows every word. The native Texans have yet to make that coveted crossover to Top 40 radio, but there’s still time.