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.
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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.
Amy Grant’s ‘CMT Giants’ Speech for Vince Gill Is True Love Defined
"Hey my love," Grant begins during a tender, personal moment from the show.
Scotty McCreery’s Hit Machine Keeps Churning With ‘It Matters to Her’ [Listen]
Could Scotty McCreery's streak of No. 1 hits reach six?
Carrie Underwood Firing a Handgun Is a Special Thing [Watch]
The singer can been seen firing five rounds on husband Mike Fisher's Instagram page.
Carrie Underwood’s Husband Just Train-Horned Her [Watch]
"Not my best work but still had a good laugh," Fisher captions. Indeed he did.
How to Watch the ACM Honors With Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen, Shania Twain + More
Unlike the yearly ACM Awards, the ACM Honors telecast is pre-taped, meaning we can confirm performances, winners and red carpet looks. Here's how to watch.
John Michael Montgomery Injured After His Bus Overturns
The singer was one of three men injured in the accident.
Kane Brown’s Wife Katelyn Brown Shines on ‘Thank God,’ Their First Duet [Listen]
The singer's wife Katelyn joins him for this true duet and proves that she may be the best vocalist in the family.
Wynonna Judd Reveals Complete Lineup of Guests for Judds’ Final Tour
A sixth special guest has been added and each woman has been attached to specific shows.
Luke Combs Announces 2023 World Tour With Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson + More
Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson and Riley Green are among the opening acts for Combs' 2023 World Tour.
Blake Shelton Announces 2023 Back to the Honky Tonk Tour Dates
Carly Pearce and Jackson Dean will open the full tour.
2022 CMA Awards Nominations: The Most Blatant Snubs and the Most Refreshing Surprises
This annual list of snubs and surprises shines a bright light on a favored sound.