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
Security Guard’s Cover of ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ Leaves Crowd Hollering for More [Watch]
Kevin looked a little nervous, but he sure didn't sound nervous.
How Wynonna Brought Mother Naomi Judd to the Stage During First Tour Stop
A performance of "Love Can Build a Bridge" was — as expected — among the more emotional moments of the 25-song concert.
Remember When Rapper Coolio Tapped Kenny Rogers for a Duet? [Watch]
Rogers even appeared in the music video.
‘Yellowstone’ Fans Are Freaking Out About a Star’s New Look, But There’s a Simple Explanation
The end of the trailer for Season 5 of 'Yellowstone' shows one character looking very different.
11 Times Country Stars Called Each Other Out
Blake and Garth have been on the receiving end on two occasions.
Craig Morgan Can Finally Talk About It [Interview]
Morgan's discretion likely extends past any guidance his former superior officers may have provided, but that's not to say his confessions won't rattle a few cages.
Wynonna Judd on Mother Naomi: ‘I Feel Her Nudging Me’
Wynonna Judd's first TV interview will feature her speaking about her final moments with mother Naomi, and the days and weeks that have followed.
Reba McEntire Debut as ‘Sunny Barnes’ on ‘Big Sky’ Is Even Better Than Expected
Calling McEntire's Sunny Barnes a villain or antagonist just isn't true, at least not yet.
Preview Shania Twain’s Defiant ‘Monarch’ Appearance [Exclusive]
Twain is the second country singer to make a cameo appearance, following Martina McBride's appearance in the debut.
Hardy’s Fiery ACM Honors Speech Leaves His Fans Fired Up [Watch]
One fan wrote that Hardy's ACM Honors speech "has me ready to run through a wall!"