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
Paula Abdul Stepping in for Luke Bryan on ‘American Idol’
The pop singer and OG AI judge will replace Luke Bryan, who is out after a positive COVID-19 test.
Luke Bryan Tests Positive for COVID-19
He shared the news and his health status on social media on Monday.
Kenny Rogers Through the Years, With Family and Famous Friends [Pictures]
The late country legend was seemingly everyone's friend.
Remember When Garth Brooks Played for the New York Mets?
He's a man of many talents.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Jase Robertson’s Daughter Recovering After Major Surgery
This most recent surgery is called a distraction.
‘King of the Hill’ Could Get a Revival With Older Characters
Country music stars often appeared on the animated program.
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.
Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman Share Cuddly Valentine’s Day Photos
Fans of the singer and actor will find the content familiar.
Why Dolly Parton Says She Turned Down Super Bowl Halftime Show
The performance instead became best known for the antics of "left shark."
Blake Shelton and Adam Levine Are at It Again
What — you thought this ended when Levine quit 'The Voice' in 2019?
Chrissy Metz’s ‘Talking to God’ Is a Fine Introduction to Actor’s Music Career [Listen]
Singer and songwriter Ashley McBryde helped write the country inspirational.
Jim Nabors, Singer and TV’s Gomer Pyle, Has Died
Jim Nabors — an actor best known as Gomer Pyle on the Andy Griffith Show — has died.