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
Toby Keith to Receive Posthumous Honorary Degree From University of Oklahoma
The longtime Sooner fan is being honored next month.
‘American Idol’ Finalists Are Dying at an Alarming Rate [Full List]
Season 5 and Season 7 seem particularly cursed.
‘American Idol’ Star Mandisa’s Death Being Investigated by Police
Local police announced a significant update on Monday afternoon.
Who’s Left On ‘American Idol’? Season 22 Top 12 Contestants
Here is who is left after the most recent eliminations on 'American Idol.'
Taylor Swift Once Gave Us Life Advice + WOW It Still Hits! [Interview]
As fans dive into Taylor Swift's new album, we uncovered a lost interview.
‘1923’: How Cole Brings Plenty’s Death Affects Season 2
The actor's character on '1923' was pivotal.
12 Things ‘The Voice’ Wishes We Didn’t Know
A list like this often saves the most fascinating facts for last but we're pretty sure No. 1 will stun you.
Kevin Costner on ‘Yellowstone’ Return: ‘I’d Love to Do It’
Kevin Costner just bounced the ball into 'Yellowstone' and Taylor Sheridan's court.
Jelly Roll, Wife Bunnie Xo’s Plane Forced Into Emergency Landing
Jelly Roll, his wife and crew were flying via private jet to Austin for Sunday's (April 7) CMT Music Awards.
Here Are the New Lyrics to Beyonce, ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’
"Texas Hold 'Em" now features a "Pony Up Remix" that finds the singer leaning into Southern imagery starting in the second verse.
Luke Bryan Isn’t Afraid to Critique Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter on ‘American Idol’
"At the end of the day, we have to be honest, because America's watching."
‘1923’ Star Cole Brings Plenty Missing, Wanted for Domestic Violence Investigation
He plays Pete Plenty Clouds on 'Yellowstone' prequel '1923.'