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
Remember Which Jason Aldean Song Gave Thomas Rhett His Big Break?
Aldean took a chance long before anyone had ever heard of Rhett and his writing team.
Carrie Underwood Ends an Impressive ACM Awards Record
It was one heck of a run for Carrie Underwood.
‘King of the Hill’ Could Get a Revival With Older Characters
Country music stars often appeared on the animated program.
Luke Bryan Wipes Out Skiing With Son Tate [Watch]
Don't worry, he's OK. We think.
Jeff Foxworthy Is Just the Cutest New Grandpa
Look how happy he is!
Gwen Stefani Is Falling in Love With the Country Music Writing Community
Gwen Stefani isn't afraid to say it: She has no business in country music.
Mickey Guyton Is a Grammy Stunner With ‘Black Like Me’
Mickey Guyton met the moment and then some on Sunday night.
2021 Grammy Awards Red Carpet Pictures: Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris + More
Miranda Lambert brought two separate looks to the 2021 Grammy red carpet.
Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin Are All Smiles on the 2021 Grammys Red Carpet [Pict…
After a couple days in California, the country couple looked sun-kissed on the Grammy red carpet.
Keith Urban and Mickey Guyton Announced as 2021 ACM Awards Hosts
The pair performed together at the 2020 ACM Awards.
Carrie Underwood’s Birthday Gift From Husband Mike Fisher Is Doghouse-Worthy
Thankfully, Underwood's two sons did what they could to bring some joy.
The Rock Motivating His 2-Year-Old Daughter Is the Heart-Melter We Need [Watch]
"Can you say, 'I'm a pretty girl'?" he asks.