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.
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Billy Gilman, ‘Because of Me’ [Listen]
During The Voice season finale, Billy Gilman showcased his pop style with his new single "Because of Me." The song was scheduled to be a Maroon 5 song but coach Adam Levine held back to offer it to his Season 11 contestant.
Josh Gallagher Debuts ‘Pick Any Small Town’ on ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
Josh Gallagher's original performance on The Voice was a song that couldn't be more him. The small town-raised country singer debuted "Pick Any Small Town," a song he helped write for the Season 11 finale.
Billy Gilman’s ‘My Way': Frank Sinatra Cover Begins ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
Billy Gilman’s “My Way” was an emotional, powerful start to The Voice season finale. The former country singer set the bar high with a ranging, cathartic and almost angry version of Frank Sinatra’s most famous song.
Watch Billy Gilman’s Teary-Eyed Adele Cover From ‘The Voice’
Not long after Billy Gilman's performance of Adele's "All I Ask" on The Voice on Monday night, the singer was the No. 1 trending topic on Facebook. Coaches, fans and viewers at home were blown away by his tear-jerking cover.
Billy Gilman’s Queen Cover Brings ‘The Voice’ Judges to Their Feet
Billy Gilman stunned The Voice judges with his power and range during a cover of Queen’s “The Show Must Go On” on Monday night (Nov. 14).
How Trent Harmon Won ‘American Idol’
Trent Harmon says when it boils down to it, he just wanted to win American Idol more than the other finalists.
Kelly Clarkson Shares Adorable Birthday Picture of River Rose
Kelly Clarkson's daughter, River, turned two years old over the weekend, and the singer shared a photo of her wearing a birthday crown. It’s the perfect mood-lightener!
Tejano Legend Emilio Navaira Dies
The man many called the pioneer of Tejano music died on Monday (May 16). Emilio Navaira was a Grammy-winning singer and internationally acclaimed entertainer. The 53-year-old was a legend, known to many as just “Emilio.”
Sam Hunt Talks New Music and Dating Rumors
Sam Hunt is ready for new music, too! Fans are itching for the follow-up to Montevallo, and the singer says he's finally able to lock in on writing and recording the new project.
Rory Feek Talks About How Indiana Is Coping After Joey’s Death
Rory Feek says he and his 2-year-old daughter Indiana visit her "mama" daily. The Joey + Rory singer shares that they’ll either walk or ride out to the back field where she rests, and that talk to her about their day. It’s one of the ways they cope, but it’s also part of his longterm plan to keep the late 40-year-old’s memory alive for their only child together.