Eli Winders Inks With Big Loud Publishing

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Pictured (L-R): Sara Knabe (SVP of A&R, Big Loud Records), Kimberly Gleason (SVP, Big Loud Publishing), Katie Flynn (Senior Creative Director, Big Loud Publishing), Eli Winders, Layne Lindroth (Artist Manager, Track Record MGMT/C3 Management), Sydney Burdette (Creative Manager, Big Loud Publishing) and Michael Giangreco (President of A&R, Big Loud Publishing). Photo: Jessie Addleman

Singer-songwriter Eli Winders has signed with Big Loud Publishing.

Before signing his deal, Winders worked at a feed mill in North Carolina. He started posting his original music online and quickly built a strong fan base, which gave him the opportunity to leave his job and move to Nashville to focus on songwriting full time.

“I am so grateful and excited to have signed my first publishing deal with Big Loud,” Winders shares. “Since coming to Nashville for the first time in early 2023 I knew it was where I wanted to be. The opportunity to work beside so many writers that I’ve looked up to and a team that cares so much is a dream come true.”

“When we first met Eli, he played us a great song he wrote on his own at just 18 years old,” adds Katie Flynn, Senior Creative Director, Big Loud Publishing. “I was immediately impressed. Eli is an exceptional songwriter and is very competitive with himself, consistently writing better songs every week. His work ethic, instincts and raw talent make him an amazing addition to the Big Loud team. We are lucky to have him, and I can’t wait for this next chapter of his artistry and songwriting career.”

Born and raised in Pikeville, North Carolina, Winders was inspired by artists such as Eric Church, John Mayer, ERNEST and Ben Burgess. He picked up a guitar at 16 and began writing and performing his own songs. After moving to Nashville in 2024, Winders released his debut EP, From Pikeville, produced by Eric Arjes. The project featured standout tracks including “Carolina Blue,” “Pack My Hometown,” and “Famous for a Heartache” featuring Vincent Mason.

Since then, Winders and his band have toured across the country, opening for Zach Top, Tucker Wetmore, Dylan Scott and Conner Smith.

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