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
What Does the Winner of ‘The Voice’ Get for Winning the Show?
What does a winner actually walk away with? You might be surprised.
‘Yellowstone’ Reaction: I’m Gonna Defend Taylor Sheridan [Dutton Rules]
It was a flex, but I'll be the one to stand up and say Taylor Sheridan deserves a flex.
Morgan Wallen’s Felony Case to Be Heard by a Grand Jury
The news comes three weeks after he won the CMA Entertainer of the Year award.
Is ‘Duck Dynasty’ Returning? Willie Robertson Says ‘Yes!’
Don't call it a reboot, however.
Oliver Anthony Rips Beyonce’s Cover of Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’
He called it "complete trash."
Here’s Why Fans Think the Yellowstone Ranch Will Go to Chief Rainwater
It involves a conversation that Tim McGraw's James Dutton had with a Crow elder in '1883.'
The Top 40 Country Songs of 2024 Prove Real Country Music Is in Good Hands
The top country songs of 2024 prove that country music — especially traditional country music — is in very good hands.
‘Yellowstone': Season 5, Episode 13 Preview — Not Lloyd, Too!
Am I the only one who refuses to believe there are just two episodes remaining?
Chris Young Leaves His Longtime Record Label Home
Chris Young had been with Sony Music Nashville's RCA Records since 2006.
Garth Brooks’ Accuser Fighting Singer’s Latest Legal Request
The woman who has accused Garth Brooks of sexual assault is not leaving California without a fight.