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
‘The Voice’ Adds Another Country Music Superstar for Season 25
He's been a coach before!
Riley Strain’s Body Found, Autopsy Pending
Strain's shirt and watch were two key items on the body that allowed them to be sure it was him.
‘American Idol’ Finalist Alysssa Raghu Reveals ‘The Truth’ About Her Controversial Audition
The controversy surrounds Julia Davo's unsuccessful audition, during which best friend Alyssa Raghu joined her.
Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert Includes Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, the Eagles + More
Country stars like Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Zac Brown and Jake Owen will join iconic rockers like the Eagles and Paul McCartney.
WWE Legend Ole Anderson Dies — Four Horseman Member Was 81
Anderson, Ric Flair, Tully Blanchard, Arn Anderson and manager J.J. Dillon formed the Four Horseman in 1986.
Dolly Parton Says She’s ‘Very Excited’ for Beyoncé’s Country Album
Some country music fans have questioned Beyoncé's country music credibility in the two weeks since she announced the upcoming project.
George Strait, Luke Combs + More Pay Tribute to Tom Petty with ‘Petty Country’ Album
The project features more than two dozen artists.
Beyonce’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ Is the No. 1 Song in Country Music
In shooting to No. 1, Beyonce sets or equals a number of records.
2024 Grammy Awards: 11 Things You Didn’t See on TV!
Including Lainey Wilson's real reaction to winning and what Tracy Chapman did after singing "Fast Car."
Watch Tracy Chapman’s Original Grammys Performance of ‘Fast Car’
Watch video of Chapman singing "Fast Car" on the Grammys stage 35 years ago.