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
Dierks Bentley Grieves for Cancer Warrior Baylee Barradas
Their short friendship was truly special.
6-Year-Old Jaxon Is Really Feeling This Luke Combs Song [Watch]
The short video was amplified by Combs, who quote tweeted the video, saying it inspired him.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Daughter, Maggie, Has Earned Her Master’s Degree
Her future is bright, but far away from the singer's line of work.
Jana Kramer Sold Her Wedding Ring Again — She’s Giving Her Home a Facelift
Kramer has decided to do something responsible with the money.
The 2021 CMT Awards Red Carpet Was Smokin’! [Pictures]
Hot pink is very in for 2021.
Lady A Announce New ‘What a Song Can Do (Chapter One)’ Album
The album features their current single "Like a Lady," plus six more co-written by one or more members of the band.
Miranda Lambert and Jon Pardi Two-Stepping Is Pure Country Magic [Watch]
Pardi definitely led.
Luke Bryan and Wife Caroline Declare Pinch Prank War on LeClaire Bryan [Watch]
Caroline just couldn't help herself.
Kelly Clarkson to Take Over the ‘Ellen’ Show’s Time Slot in 2022
This move is a good news for country fans.
Jon Pardi, Old Dominion + More Shape the 10 Hottest Songs of Summer 2021 List
Plus new songs by Dierks Bentley, Kelsea Ballerini and Walker Hayes.
6 Country Stars Who Are Hot Again in 2021
Including Clay Walker, Gary Allan and more.
Kacey Musgraves Struggled With Feelings of Failure After Her Divorce
"I was crumbling. I was sad. I felt lonely. I felt broken."