High frequency waves in this band can be reflected back to Earth by the ionosphere layer in the atmosphere – a method known as "skip" or "skywave" propagation – these frequencies are suitable for long-distance communication across intercontinental distances. The band is used by international shortwave broadcasting stations (2.31–25.82 MHz), aviation communication, government time stations, weather stations, amateur radio and citizens band services, among other uses. The dominant means of long distance communication in this band is skywave ("skip") propagation, in which radio waves directed at an angle into the sky refract back to Earth from layers of ionized atoms in the
Radio Waves (Eli Young Band song) Radio Waves (Eli Young Band song) "Radio Waves" is a song recorded by American country music group Eli Young Band. It was released in June 2009 as the third single from the album "Jet Black & Jealous". The song reached number 35 on the "Billboard" Hot Country Songs chart. The song was written by Mike Eli and Blu Sanders. "Radio Waves" is an up-tempo song in which the male narrator is reflecting on a past relationship with regret. The narrator sings the song to former lover over the radio, hoping to reconcile the relationship. The song has garnered favorable critical