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
40 Great Father-Daughter Dance Songs for a Country Fan’s Wedding
A bride's father is the second-most important man at a wedding, and he's deserving of a song that brings significance to his role.
Chris Young Wasn’t Supposed to Talk About It [Interview]
Chris Young just hopes the rest of the year is normal.
Riley Strain’s Body Found, Autopsy Pending
Strain's shirt and watch were two key items on the body that allowed them to be sure it was him.
George Strait’s Manager Erv Woolsey Has Died
Woolsey was Strait's manager but, "most importantly my friend for even longer."
60 Real Names of Country Music’s Biggest Stars
These stars may not be who you think they are!
Is Lainey Wilson Married? Meet Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges
Wilson first introduced her man at the 2023 ACM Awards.
What Does the Winner of ‘The Voice’ Get for Winning the Show?
What does a winner actually walk away with? You might be surprised.
Why Toby Keith Is Right for the Country Music Hall of Fame
It wasn't about what he did as much as it was how he did it.
Read the Speech Toby Keith’s Son Stelen Gave at the Country Music Hall of Fame Ceremony
It was short and sweet.
62 Artists Who Are Not in the Country Music Hall of Fame
Three new artists enter the Hall of Fame each year. Who's most deserving?
Toby Keith’s 25 Best Songs Prove He’s Hall of Fame Worthy
Toby Keith's icon status is assured with these 20 songs and more.
Is This Viral Garth Brooks Video Real?
A 62-year-old man should not be able to do this.