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.
Remembering Hal Ketchum’s Best Songs and Biggest Hits
"Small Town Saturday Night" and "Past the Point of Rescue" were just two of Ketchum's biggest hit songs.
Carly Pearce Sobs After ‘I Hope You’re Happy Now’ Nabs CMA Musical Event of the Year
It's both singers' first CMA Award win.
Jon Pardi Is Beyond Excited for His Joe Diffie Tribute at the CMA Awards
As long as there are no technical issues, it should be an easy night for him.
Miranda Lambert’s Husband Brendan McLoughlin Confesses His Endless Love on Her Birthday
She turns 37 years old and her man listed nearly 37 reasons why he loves her.
10 Things You Never Knew About Miranda Lambert
Miranda is one of the most talked-about and recognizable stars in county music.
Old Dominion Recall Their ‘Jeopardy!’ Moment After Hearing of Alex Trebek’s Death
Would you have gotten the question right?
Morgan Wallen’s Break From the Spotlight Was About More Than Anyone Knew
He doesn't love the circumstances that led to a break, but he's grateful.
Michael Ray and Travis Tritt’s Daughter Were a Happy Couple on Halloween
The 22-year-old Tritt is a singer and songwriter as well.
Dan + Shay Drop ‘Take Me Home for Christmas,’ a Romantic Original [Listen]
Each verse finds the lead singer pining to spend the holidays with his new love.
Little Big Town to Tribute Kenny Rogers at 2020 CMA Awards
The "Sweet Music Man" singer died in March at age 81.
Jake Hoot Covers ‘La Bamba’ and Simply Has Way Too Much Fun [Exclusive Premiere]
Several of Hoot's NBC co-stars join him for this too-fun music video.