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 Long Days That Followed Chase Bryant’s Suicide Attempt
Chase Bryant's new song "Upbringing" is his first since a mid-2018 attempt to take his life.
Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ Album Sets a Billboard Record
Wallen's album has bested Garth Brooks 1992 album 'The Chase.'
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s Daughters Make Rare TV Appearance During Golden Globes
Oldest daughter Sunday Rose has his eyes!
Has ‘The Voice’ Changed Blake Shelton?
Physically, it's astonishing how little Shelton has changed.
2021 ACM Awards Nominees Revealed: Full List
Who is going to win the ACM for Entertainer of the Year in 2021?
Chase Bryant Opens Up About Attempting Suicide in 2018
The "Little Bit of You" singer hopes his story can save someone else's life, as well.
Carly Pearce Surprises Fan Injured In a Car Accident After Her Concert
The 23-year-old opened up about "one of the coolest experiences to come out of one of the worst situations."
Kenny Chesney Mourns Friend Killed in Helicopter Crash
A helicopter pilot named Maria Rodriguez was among those killed in a crash on the Virgin Islands, the singer shares.
Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman Share Cuddly Valentine’s Day Photos
Fans of the singer and actor will find the content familiar.
Carrie Underwood, Mike Fisher Post Very Different Valentine’s Day Tributes
The couple posted separate pictures to social media, but neither is winning any sort of romance awards.