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
Relive the Top 5 Moments From the 2019 CMA Awards
Garth and Luke were the big winners, but did either make the Top 5 Moments list?
Loretta Lynn Makes Surprise CMA Awards Appearance
She didn't take the stage, but she clearly appreciated the tribute.
These Are the 18 Best Country Songs of 2018
The definition of country music has never been more loosely interpreted. Welcome to 2018.
Merle Haggard’s Oldest Daughter, Dana, Has Died
Her brother, Ben Haggard, shared the news with his followers on social media.
Troy Gentry’s Family Asks for Prayers After Montgomery Gentry Singer’s Death
The family of Montgomery Gentry's Troy Gentry acknowledges the kindness of fans and friends in shock over the singer's death and requests additional prayers as they grieve.