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
Here Are the 2021 Grammy Awards Nominees
Nominees for the 2021 Grammy Awards include a mix of established country hitmakers and newcomers.
Kenny Rogers’ Estate Suing Over Final Tour DVD Package
Officially, Rogers' last call was in Oct. 2017.
Blake Shelton Is Pumped to Win 2020 AMA for Favorite Country Album
'Fully Loaded: God's Country' took the trophy on Sunday night, topping albums by Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen.
Dan + Shay Lead Country Winners at the 2020 American Music Awards
Blake Shelton, Kane Brown and Maren Morris also won AMAs.
Florida Georgia Line Working on New Country Music Movie Musical
It's described as a "classic movie musical with contemporary sensibilities."
Luke Bryan’s Wife Is Limping Around, Again [Picture]
It's the second time in six months she suffered a serious leg injury.
Viral Luke Combs Fan Video Has Fans Calling Their Loved Ones
It's a moment that even moved Luke Combs.
Lee Brice Describes His COVID-19 Symptoms
He tested positive on Nov. 8, just ahead of the 2020 CMA Awards.
Carrie Underwood’s HBO Max Christmas Special to Feature John Legend, Son Isaiah
Underwood's new Christmas special is set to debut on HBO Max in December.
Gwen Stefani Leaving ‘The Voice’
A familiar face will be stepping in for her to start Season 20.