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
Has ‘The Voice’ Changed Blake Shelton?
Physically, it's astonishing how little Shelton has changed.
Carrie Underwood Leads List of ACM Awards Nomination Snubs
It's been awhile since something like this happened.
2021 ACM Awards Nominees Revealed: Full List
Who is going to win the ACM for Entertainer of the Year in 2021?
Travis Tritt Announces ‘Set in Stone,’ First Album in 14 Years
The album includes a new single called "Smoke in a Bar."
Kenny Chesney Mourns Friend Killed in Helicopter Crash
A helicopter pilot named Maria Rodriguez was among those killed in a crash on the Virgin Islands, the singer shares.
Carrie Underwood, Mike Fisher Post Very Different Valentine’s Day Tributes
The couple posted separate pictures to social media, but neither is winning any sort of romance awards.
Luke Combs to Stream ‘What You See Is What You Get’ Tour Stop for Fans Missing Live Concer…
"What would y'all think about me posting a full show to watch?" he asked.
Jason Aldean’s Wife Brittany Always Drives Him Around, But Why?
The answer is pretty simple, and pretty common.
Morgan Wallen Breaks His Silence, Asks Fans to Stop Defending Him
He took to social media to offer a lengthy statement that includes an apology and explanation.
Softball Team’s Brooks & Dunn Cover Goes Viral, and You Need to See It, Too [Watch]
One artist has already requested that they cover his song next.
Jimmie Allen Encourages Forgiveness Days After Morgan Wallen Video Surfaces
"Forgiveness is more powerful than abandonment," Allen begins.
Morgan Wallen Tops Billboard 200 Albums Chart Again, Sales and Streaming Surge Amid Contro…
Pure album sales went up more than 100 percent.