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
Country Music Stars Breaking Down in Tears [Watch]
Sometimes an artist is just overcome with emotion for how much fans love them. Sometimes it's more personal.
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman Misbehave on the 2023 Oscars Red Carpet [Pictures]
For a brief moment the power couple were the only two people in the room!
‘Duck Dynasty’ Stars Jase + Missy Robertson’s Baby Boy Finds a New Home
Earlier this week, they celebrated his first birthday during a party that included "the next family on this path."
40 First Dance Songs for a Country Music Lover’s Wedding
It's only the most important song of your life! Check out 40 great country songs that would make a perfect first dance song at your wedding.
Report: Carrie Underwood Adopts a New Puppy: ‘It’s a Surprise’
"Don't tell my children. It's a surprise," she added.
Shania Twain’s Wild Grammy Awards Red Carpet Look Explained
For a woman who went leopard in the music video for "That Don't Impress Me Much" (and recreated it 25 years later), this red carpet ensemble shouldn't be surprising.
Chris Stapleton Announces 2023 All-American Road Show Tour
There are now over 30 chances to see Chris Stapleton this spring and summer.
Morgan Wallen Announces Massive New ‘One Thing at a Time’ Album
The 36-song album includes several high profile collaborators.
Kane Brown Plucks a Fan to Sing ‘Thank God’ With Him + the Result Is Stunning! [Watch]
She more than just knew the words.
Kane Brown ‘Very Sick,’ Cancels Additional Tour Date
"Man, when sickness brings you to tears," he tweeted on Sunday. "Like WTF."
Leslie Jordan Didn’t Die From a Car Crash
The medical examiner has shared the cause of death and toxicology report.
‘Yellowstone': Dutton Family Tree Explained in 30 Seconds
The 'Yellowstone' family tree gets confusing once you get to the second character named John Dutton Sr. Here is the simple version.