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
Nastiest Country Music Divorces — No. 4 Is Just Wild!
When artists have money and a microphone, divorces get ugly.
‘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.
‘American Idol’ Star Mandisa Dead at 47
Mandisa became a fan favorite after she fought back at Simon Cowell's tacky remarks about her weight.
Who Is Anne Wilson? How Tragedy Helped Her Find Her Voice
"I’m not gonna fit in a box of Christian music or country music," she tells Taste of Country. "I’m just going to be who I am and the songs will fit where they fit."
Country Stars Charged With Felonies — No. 2 Is Just Awful!
Including several delinquent youths, at least two singers battling addiction and one jealous rage that ended in murder.
Riley Strain’s Mother Slams Fraternity Brothers for Behavior After His Disappearance
Plus a shocking detail about the fraternity brothers' response.
Colt Ford Update: All Tour Dates Canceled Through August
Friends like Brantley Gilbert also shared positive news on social media.
Chris Stapleton Victimized in Hilarious ‘SNL’ Skit: ‘Get That Boy Back’ [Watch]
It's a revenge song, with a twist.
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.
Sam Hunt on Wife Hannah Lee: ‘She Forgives Quickly’
Sam Hunt talks about what inspired his new song "Locked Up," and how hard it was to convince wife Hannah Lee to star in the music video.