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.
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How Indie Rocker Beth Ditto Became Gigi Roman on ‘Monarch’
'Monarch' star Beth Ditto talks about growing close with Trace Adkins and good advice from Susan Sarandon.
Wynonna Judd on Mother Naomi: ‘I Feel Her Nudging Me’
Wynonna Judd's first TV interview will feature her speaking about her final moments with mother Naomi, and the days and weeks that have followed.
‘Monarch’ Ep. 2 Recap: Who Is in the Body Bag? [Spoilers Alert]
Ep. 2 of 'Monarch' is titled "There Can Only Be One Queen," but it could be called "A Tenuous Trust," because that's what viewers get.
‘Yellowstone’ Prequel ‘1923’ Adds ‘Terminator’ Franchise Star
Yellowstone and 1883 fans also now know who will play Spencer Dutton, the youngest of two sons fathered by Tim McGraw's James Dutton in 1883.
Little Big Town Make a Strong Case for Prioritizing Albums
To talk about Little Big Town's accomplishments now would be to ignore how the songs on 'Mr. Sun' tilt their trajectory upward.
Toby Keith Cancels Cancer Benefit Appearance
"He is still going through recovery and it is a tough week," a spokesperson says.
Breland on Playing Stagecoach: ‘You Just Wanna Come With as Much Heat as You Can’
The cross-genre newcomer has been lifted up by a more than a couple superstars who know a thing or two about filling big stages.
Carrie Underwood Firing a Handgun Is a Special Thing [Watch]
The singer can been seen firing five rounds on husband Mike Fisher's Instagram page.
Carrie Underwood’s Husband Just Train-Horned Her [Watch]
"Not my best work but still had a good laugh," Fisher captions. Indeed he did.
How to Watch the ACM Honors With Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen, Shania Twain + More
Unlike the yearly ACM Awards, the ACM Honors telecast is pre-taped, meaning we can confirm performances, winners and red carpet looks. Here's how to watch.