In a harmonious collaboration between Texas-based artists, Eli Young Band and George Birge have come together to create a soul-stirring rendition of the 1994 hit song ‘Amy’s Back in Austin.’ Hailing from Denton and Austin, respectively, these musicians have poured their talent and passion into breathing new life into this iconic track. The heartfelt cover is the third release from the highly anticipated tribute album ‘God Blessed Texas,’ paying homage to the legendary American country music band Little Texas. You can see the title track in the video below.
The song, set to be available for streaming and download on December 1, captures the poignant tale of a young couple who set out to seek a better life but find themselves facing the harsh realities of the world. As they part ways, the protagonist’s lingering love for Amy permeates the lyrics, creating a profoundly moving ballad that resonates with listeners.
Mike Eli of Eli Young Band expressed his excitement, stating, “Growing up, I was always a fan of Little Texas. Their songs were a huge part of country music in Texas. I was excited to be asked to sing on the record and it’s a huge honor to be part of this project.”
George Birge, reflecting on the significance of the song, shared, “Little Texas was a staple in my childhood, and ‘Amy’s Back in Austin’ was an era-defining song for me. With Eli Young Band being one of my biggest musical influences, getting to share this track with them feels like a full circle moment for me in Country music. To be asked to be a part of this tribute album is such a huge honor.”
The poignant lyrics, penned by Brady Seals and Stephen Allen Davis, paint a vivid picture of lost love and longing. The cover was expertly crafted with Brandyn Steen serving as the Executive Producer and Duane Propes as the Music Producer. The recording took place at ER Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, with mixing by Bart Busch and engineering by David Spielberg. The track features stellar performances by talented session musicians, including Duane Propes on bass guitar, Mark Matejka on lead and acoustic guitar, and Corey Wright on drums.
Fans can immerse themselves in the emotional depth of ‘Amy’s Back in Austin’ by streaming and downloading the track on various platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube Music, Tidal, and Deezer. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of two musical powerhouses paying tribute to the iconic sounds of Little Texas.
