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Eli Secody

"I'm thankful and many more to come"

About Me


A Native Navajo born and raised in Page, Arizona. Eli Secody recorded and released his very first independent album, "Shinaana-Harmonized Prayer Songs of The Native American Church" in 2001. In 2002, Secody recorded and released his second album with Canyon Records, "Following Generation".
Secody released his third album in 2003, which would be his second independent album in his career. This was the release of the critically acclaimed, "Butterfly" which thousands were sold. Secody earned his first NAMMY (Native American Music Awards) nominations with this album. In 2005, "Butterfly" was nominated for "Best Traditional Recording" and Secody was nominated for "Best Male Artist". Among hundreds of other Native American Singers, Eli Secody was named "Best Male Artist" at The 2005 Native American Music Awards in Hollywood, Florida.
"Rhythm of a Songmaker", a beginning of a new chapter is his fourth album released in 2006. It has a bit of a twist to it. In this album, the Songwriter showcases brand new compositions with some Navajo Traditional style, a touch of Round Dance flavor, and the sweet harmonies of The Native American Church, all with a contemporary blend.
"Rhythm of a Songmaker" has a bit of surprise in store for those who are familiar with Secody's past work. He involves a very special hand drum, handed to him by a dear friend of his. Mark Barfoot handed Eli this special drum as a gift at the Santa Fe Indian Market in 2005. Secody had always dreamed to own a hand drum, but never searched to find one or buy one. He always told himself to be patient and it would come to him at the right moment in his life. This drum has brought Secody strength and creativity. In this album, Eli also has a couple of very special friends joining him. He features Mr. Keith Secola! Keith displays his talent with his guitar and flute. Featured also is the musician from The Martha Redbone Band, Aaron Whitby on keys. You can call it what you want, but the album is beautiful and amazing!
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Member Since: 6/11/2006
Band Members: 2007 Best Male Artist Nominee;
Native American Music Awards

2007 Best Traditional Vocals Nominee;
Indian Summer Music Awards

2005 Best Male Artist Winner,
Native American Music Awards

2005 Best Traditional Recording Nominee
Native American Music Awards

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Shinaana
2001 Secody Records

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Following Generation
2002 Canyon Records
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Butterfly
2003 Secody Records
2005 "Best Male Artist" Nammy Winner

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Rhythm of a Songmaker
2006 Secody Records
Nominations for the following:
"Best Male Artist" 2007 Nammys
"Best Traditional Vocals" 2007 ISMA

"Rhythm of a Songmaker" features Eli's vocals and hand drum, with Keith Secola on guitar and flute & Aaron Whitby from The Martha Redbone Band on piano.

Keith Secola, Eli Secody, and Aaron Whiteby

Mark Barfoot and I

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My lovely wife

Keith Secola and I

Martha Redbone and I

Chris Eyre and I

Wes with Trina and I

Spears brothers with Trina and I

Sounds Like: Secody's Style showcases compositions with some Navajo Tradition, a touch of Round Dance flavor, and the sweet harmonies of The Native American Church, all with a contemporary blend!
Record Label: Secody Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Window Rock; Navajo Nation Fair

I would like to thank all the fans I have met at the cd signing in Gorman Hall and at my performance at Navajo Arts and Crafts Enterprise. Thank you to NACE, The Navajo Times, media, the fans, vetera...
Posted by Eli Secody on Wed, 13 Sep 2006 03:31:00 PST

The Interview with WOJB, Hayward, Wisconsin went great!

I had an interview with WOJB radio station in Hayward, Wisconsin. It's was an one hour show called "Drum Night". It aired at 7pm Hayward time. If you tuned in from that area Thank you for listening a...
Posted by Eli Secody on Sun, 25 Jun 2006 10:31:00 PST

Sedona Concert was beautiful! It was a great turn out..

Oh man, the concert was great! It was so amazing! The people, the audience made it a wonderful experience for me. This was my first time sharing a stage with Ms. Martha Redbone Band. The show started ...
Posted by Eli Secody on Sun, 18 Jun 2006 10:03:00 PST

My interview with Native America Calling went very well!

I was featured on the "Music Maker Edition" with Camille Lacapa on Native America Calling with the AIROS Network, June 16, 2006 @ 10am. It was an awesome interview. I was heard in Alaska, Canada and t...
Posted by Eli Secody on Sat, 17 Jun 2006 01:07:00 PST