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
Here Are the 2021 Grammy Awards Nominees
Nominees for the 2021 Grammy Awards include a mix of established country hitmakers and newcomers.
Kane Brown Sells ‘Rex’ the Truck
It's the end of an era for Kane Brown.
Kenny Rogers’ Estate Suing Over Final Tour DVD Package
Officially, Rogers' last call was in Oct. 2017.
Lee Brice Describes His COVID-19 Symptoms
He tested positive on Nov. 8, just ahead of the 2020 CMA Awards.
Carrie Underwood’s HBO Max Christmas Special to Feature John Legend, Son Isaiah
Underwood's new Christmas special is set to debut on HBO Max in December.
Gwen Stefani Leaving ‘The Voice’
A familiar face will be stepping in for her to start Season 20.
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It's one of his most memorable television appearances ever, for better or worse.
Love Birds: Clint + Lisa Hartman Black Say ‘Masked Singer’ Inspired New Music
The couple spoke with Taste of Country about their time on the FOX television show and what's next.
See the Best Pictures From the 2020 CMA Awards
Including performances, acceptance speeches and CMA highlights.
Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker Get Personal With 2020 CMA Awards Monologue Jokes
A pot joke drew good laughter, but the best line was about a singer who's found himself in trouble recently.
See the Best 2020 CMA Awards Red Carpet Pictures
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