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
Luke Bryan’s ‘Country On’ Is a Modern Blue-Collar Anthem [Listen]
The country-rock anthem doesn't name names, but it calls out under-appreciated professions and gives each a little urging.
Travis Tritt Says Vaccination Requirements Are ‘Discrimination': ‘Long Live Freedom!’
The note calls for a fight against all discrimination.
Tim McGraw Is Getting Into Character for His Role In ‘1883’
A pair of pictures offers a couple clues about what his character is up to.
Reba McEntire and Brooks & Dunn Announce Final Las Vegas Shows
McEntire's Las Vegas residency with Brooks & Dunn will come to an end in December.
Garth Brooks on CMA Entertainer of the Year Voting: ‘The Stand Is Still the Same’
In July 2020, Brooks said he was pulling his name out of the running for CMA Entertainer of the Year. He still feels the same way in 2021.
Remember When Garth Brooks Joined Kiss on Stage?
He is actually a huge fan of the band.
Garth Brooks Had an Emotional First Show Back — Here’s the Setlist From Las Vegas
There were a few twists among the 27 songs Brooks performed in Las Vegas.
Willie Nelson’s Darkest Days — Secret History of Country Music Podcast
Nothing was more devastating for Willie Nelson than what happened to him 30 years ago this winter.
Tracy Lawrence Reflects on Friendship With Eddie Montgomery, Troy Gentry
Lawrence teams up with Eddie Montgomery for a new song called "Price of Fame."
Toby Keith’s 10 Best Songs Prove He’s Country, Bro
Toby's a legend!