Billy Dukes is a Senior Editor and Executive Producer at Taste of Country, where he has over 11,000 articles to his name. His media background includes jobs as music director at WQDR 94.7 in Raleigh, N.C.; writer for Recoil Magazine, a monthly out of Grand Rapids, Mich.; and writer for the Kalamazoo Gazette in Kalamazoo, Mich. The Western Michigan University graduate followed a girl to Raleigh in 2006 and wisely married her one year later. In 2014, they moved to Nashville, where they now live with their three sons. In his free time, Billy enjoys playing and watching baseball, cycling and home renovation.
Billy Dukes
Interview: The Truth About Dylan Scott
"I can't record or write a song that's not me. I just couldn't go on stage and sing it every night if it wasn't me."
Carrie Underwood Joins a Bar Band for Tom Petty Cover [Watch]
The "Ghost Story" singer was out with friends when she answered the call to take the stage.
Relive Wynonna Judd’s Powerful Return to CMA Fest [Watch]
Carly Pearce brought Wynonna Judd to the CMA Fest stage to sing "Why Not Me," a timeless song from the Judds.
Lady A Postpone Request Line Tour as Charles Kelley Continues Journey to Sobriety
The band made the announcement on social media on Thursday morning.
Reba McEntire’s ‘Big Sky’ Trailer Appearance Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine [Watch]
Could McEntire's 'Big Sky' character be capable of ... murder?!
Dan + Shay Nearly Chose a Totally Different Name for Themselves
The pair originally wanted to pay tribute to one of their favorite artists and influences.
Jason Aldean’s Wife Brittany Has a Political Slogan We Can All Get Behind [Picture]
Her red baseball cap is similar to one made famous by the former president, with a critical difference.
Hank Williams Jr.’s Wife Died After Liposuction Mishap
The autopsy for Mary Jane Thomas explains why she died at age 58.
Kelsea Ballerini Announces 2022 ‘Heartfirst’ Tour
The new tour begins one day after the release of her new studio album.
Alan Jackson Is Going to Be a Grandfather
Alan Jackson is set to become a grandpa this year.
Update: Luke Bryan’s Niece’s Baby Born Premature
"I haven’t had a chance to get in any kisses and snuggles and hugs," Bryan shares
Top 10 Country Songs of 2022 So Far, Ranked
Did your favorite song make this list? Do you agree with our choice for the No. 1 country song?