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Clint Black’s New Tell-All Memoir + Josh Ross
Jun 19, 2026
1h 19m 15s
Keith Urban + the Real Reason He Recorded a Yacht Rock Album, Plus Tyler Braden and Darius Rucker
Jun 12, 2026
48m 08s
Bailey Zimmerman Is Building a Lambo! Plus Kelsey Hart and Megan Moroney
Jun 5, 2026
47m 27s
Kip Moore Lost a Friend and Hero: 'We Were Inseparable' + Alana Springsteen
May 29, 2026
49m 34s
Luke Bryan Responds to Jason Aldean + Riley Green
May 22, 2026
25m 22s
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| 6/19/26 | ![]() Clint Black’s New Tell-All Memoir + Josh Ross | Clint Black joins Evan Paul to talk about his new memoir, ‘Killing Time: My Life and Music.’ The book recounts his early struggles and a bad management deal he signed that cost him. Plus, the country icon opens up about recent medical scares and touring at age 64. Then (29:31) Josh Ross joins us once again, plus (38;31) a throwback interview with Uncle Kracker. And (1:02:58) Billy Dukes is here to separate fact and fiction when it comes to Jelly Roll’s divorce. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 1h 19m 15s | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | ![]() Keith Urban + the Real Reason He Recorded a Yacht Rock Album, Plus Tyler Braden and Darius Rucker | Keith Urban joins Evan Paul to talk about ‘Flow State,’ his new album of yacht rock covers and originals. Inspiration for the project came from a very unexpected source: construction. It’s always a blessing when Keith visits and this conversation is just as fun as you’d expect. This week’s new artist interview is (8:02) Tyler Braden, who is preparing a European tour after dropping “My Americana” earlier in 2026. For a throwback we’re revisiting (19:27) Darius Rucker’s in studio visit from 2023. Billy Dukes (34:07) also joins to talk about the week in country music. Why are so many artists canceling tours for mental health reasons? Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. Also mentioned: Lainey Wilson, Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Bill Cody and more. | 48m 08s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | ![]() Bailey Zimmerman Is Building a Lambo! Plus Kelsey Hart and Megan Moroney | Bailey Zimmerman is big energy. He joins Evan Paul and spill details about the cars he’s building on his off days and tour gifts for his opening gifts. Then (9:25) Kelsey Hart and a throwback interview with (23:33) Megan Moroney from 2023. Billy Dukes (33:25) also joins to talk about a week in country music that featured a Florida Georgia Line reunion. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 47m 27s | ||||||
| 5/29/26 | ![]() Kip Moore Lost a Friend and Hero: 'We Were Inseparable' + Alana Springsteen | Kip Moore returns to talk about his new 'Reason To Believe' album. Once again he's wrote some of the most personal songs you can imagine. This interview also finds him reflecting on songwriter Brett James, who died in a plane crash last fall. The two were very close friends. Then (24:06) Alana Springsteen joins Evan Paul for the very first time to talk about her new 'I Hope This Helps' record. Her album is just as personal — if you've followed this talented singer and songwriter for years you'll be happy to know she's in a very good mental space. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com with questions. Thanks for following Taste of Country Nights, On Demand. | 49m 34s | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | ![]() Luke Bryan Responds to Jason Aldean + Riley Green | Luke Bryan got a chance to tell his side of his friendship with Jason Aldean. This is part two of back-to-back conversations Evan Paul had with the super stars in Georgia last month. Then, Riley Green updates fans on what's next for his music and admits he'd totally be in for an Ella Langley duets album. Both interviews were recorded before the ACM Awards on May 17. Billy Dukes also (14:22) joins for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 25m 22s | ||||||
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Ty Herndon Details His Mid-90s Arrest Like Never Before + Larkin’ Poe | Ty Herndon returns to talk about his new memoir, “What Mattered Most.’ He says it’s the first time he’s told the truth about so many dark days in his life, including his arrest in 1995. Talking to Evan Paul, Ty recalls what happened and how it changed his life for better and worse afterwards. You’ll gain a real appreciation for what this hitmaker has overcome throughout this interview. In the end, it’s a story of inspiration. Then (25:54) Larkin Poe visit for the first time. They’re sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell and they make music that’s caught the ear of blues and country fans nationwide, including Keith Urban. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 46m 54s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | ![]() Amy Grant Ain’t Afraid! Plus Alex Miller Returns | Amy Grant visits for the first time to talk about her new album, ‘The Me That Remains.’ This is Amy’s first singer-songwriter album and (1:5) she takes some bold chances with songs like “How Do We Get There from here?” And “The 6th of January.” Was she nervous. Plus, Amy tells Evan Paul (13:30) what she thinks about country music and Christian music collaborations and who her favorite new artist is. We couldn’t let her go without a great Vince Gill question. (11:25) She delivered. Then, (15:24) Alex Miller joins to talk about his new ‘More Country Than You’ album, and the (31:27) Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 41m 02s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | ![]() Jason Aldean Is Back! Luke Bryan Tour Preview + More | Jason Aldean is our most frequent guest at Taste of Country and this conversation is an original. We wanted to talk to him about his friendship with Luke Bryan ahead of their show in Georgia together. Evan Paul gets him telling stories ahead of Luke's responses next week. Plus, a look at Jason's new 'Songs About Us' album, which dropped in April 2026 and then (13:45) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com | 30m 42s | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | ![]() 'This Heart' Singer Corey Kent Returns! Plus Whey Jennings | Corey Kent is on a winning streak. "This Heart" just became his newest radio hit and he's got another good one coming with "Wannabe." Plus, (21:17) Whey Jennings returns to the podcast. You probably recognize his last name but you'll quickly learn he's his own artist. Evan Paul enjoys deep conversations with both men during this week's podcast. Thanks for listening, sharing and giving us a rating or review! Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com | 34m 51s | ||||||
| 4/17/26 | ![]() Aaron Watson Can’t Hold Back: New Country, Zach Bryan + Modern ‘Outlaws’ | Aaron Watson just released ‘Horse Named Texas,’ his first album in three years. That’s forever in his world, so (0:30) what happened? Evan Paul got the real story at the start of a conversation that includes (3:30) honest confessions about his place in country music today and (18:25) what artists say when he takes them to school during his Tailgate Talks. Plus, Aaron is (12:00) absolutely right about modern country music “outlaws.” We talked quite a bit about his new album as well, including the song “Gone Fishin’” which you really just need to go listen to yourself. Billy Dukes (35:00) also joins for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountrymusic.com | 46m 44s | ||||||
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| 4/9/26 | ![]() 'The Road' Winner Adam Sanders on 'Marshals' + the Story of 'His To Mine' | Adam Sanders (14:00) reveals what he did with the $250,00 he won on ‘The Road.’ Life’s been pretty good for the singer and songwriter and it keeps getting better. On April 12, he’ll appear on another Taylor Sheridan show, ‘Marshals.’ Talking to Evan Paul, Adam (2:00) explains how the song “His To Mine” was inspired by late 90s country. Plus, (6:00) he shares the real story of a hit song he wrote with Cole Swindell. We had no idea “Ain’t Worth the Whiskey” was a revenge song written for revenge! Also mentioned during this podcast: Taylor Sheridan, Brooks & Dunn, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Montgomery Gentry, Luke Grimes and more. Billy Dukes also (15:56) joins Evan for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 25m 34s | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | ![]() How Breland Convinced 50 Cent, Dr. Dre To Cosign His New Song, 'In My Truck' | Breland shares the story of his new song “In My Truck,” which samples “In Da Club” by 50 Cent. During this interview he tells Evan Paul how he got permission from Dr. Dre and 50 Cent to make the song and the very unusual place he recorded his vocals. He almost got kicked out! Then, Breland shares stories of his childhood as a pastor’s son. He wasn’t allowed to listen to secular music until he was a teenager but dad was cool with this one country artist. Look for “In My Truck” at streaming platforms and check out Breland and Friends at the Ryman Auditorium on April 8. At 20:38, Billy Dukes visits with the Night Cap. Thanks for listening and following. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com for more. | 37m 03s | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | ![]() Dasha’s Emotional Breakdown: ‘It Just Wrecked Me’ + Paul Cauthen | Country singer Dasha opens up about (3:05) a mental health breakdown that occurred right at the peak of her "Austin" success. She tells Evan Paul what happened and how it led to "Oh Anna," one of her most vulnerable songs to date. Plus, (12:45) what happened the night that Kelsea Ballerini showed up backstage in Florida and the full story of her viral Tucker Wetmore moment on stage. Then, (14:08) Paul Cauthen visits to talk about his career and his new ‘Book of Paul’ album. Plus (30:05) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 40m 28s | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | ![]() Jo Dee Messina's INCREDIBLE Comeback - HOLY COW! | Jo Dee Messina joins Evan Paul to talk about the personal new songs from her upcoming ‘Bridges’ album. It’s been 10 years for Jo Dee and we had to know, what took so long? (1:10) The answer is a bit complicated and totally relatable. Messina has also undergone a pretty stunning body transformation and (12:05) she showed off the results. It’s impressive. Actually, everything about Jo Dee is impressive at this point. Her energy and enthusiasm for making music again is contagious - longtime fans will love this interview. Finally, (19:14) Billy Dukes joins to break down this interview during the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 32m 55s | ||||||
| 3/13/26 | ![]() Russell Dickerson To Keith Urban: Hook Me Up! | Russell Dickerson interview. The “Worth Your Wild” and “Happens To Me” singer (11:11) has a big favor to ask of Keith Urban this summer and he's nervous about it. Plus, (0:10) the story behind Russell's viral Fetty Wap 1738 video and how it might lead to a collaboration. And (4:30) why Russell Dickerson never records breakup songs. Then (16:18) Billy Dukes joins Evan Paul for the Night Cap because you deserve to know more about this Rhonda situation. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 27m 56s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | ![]() Meghan Patrick, Plus Priscilla Block Reveals If She’s Ready for Marriage | Meghan Patrick is one of our favorite guests because she’s as honest and forthcoming as her music. She just released the deluxe version of her ‘Golden Child’ album and she’s got stories, but first (1:02) the wild week she had with husband Mitchel Tenpenny when storms wrecked Nashville. Then, (19:47) Priscilla Block returns ahead of her big show at the Ryman Auditorium. Recently she went public with her longtime boyfriend. Are they talking marriage? Evan Paul gets the scoop before (36:16) an abbreviated Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 43m 02s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | ![]() Rockers Go Country: Shinedown and Avenged Sevenfold Talk Country Music | Shinedown’s Brent Smith says he just hopes country fans will keep an open mind as they listen to his band’s rock-inspired country music. They recently made their Grand Ole Opry debut so it fit to bring him in studio to talk about going back to work after his mother’s death, new music an this lifelong love of Randy Travis, Travis Tritt, Hardy, Ella Langley and more. Then (18:28), Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance visits to talk about a solo album that’s very country-flavored. He also shared a great story about a country star in an A7 mosh pit before stating some of his influences. (36:35) Billy Dukes also joins the podcast for the Night Cap. Thanks for following. Email staff@tasteofcountry for more. | 50m 10s | ||||||
| 2/20/26 | ![]() Aaron Tippin Still Stands for Something | American Sky INTERVIEW | Aaron Tippin visits with Evan Paul for the very first time and he brings son Tom and wife Thea with him for a reason. The “Kiss This” singer opens up about (4:15 and 16:55) what inspired his biggest hits and reveals why he’s drawn to country songs about America and freedom. It’s inspiring! Aaron also (12:29) shares an amazing Toby Keith story and (8:37) talks about how Brett James and Greg Biffle plane crashes affect him as a pilot. If you’re a longtime fan you’ll love this check-in with a ‘90s and early ‘00s great. Also mentioned during this interview: Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye, the Grand Ole Opry and more. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 33m 47s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | ![]() Caroline Jones On the Abusive Relationship That Inspired ‘No Tellin’” | Caroline Jones opens up about the personal songs on her new ‘Good Omen’ album, including those inspired by her baby boy and one inspired by an abusive relationship. She’s stronger now and ready to tell her story because she knows it can help people. Then, Evan Paul asks (10:30) about playing the Sphere in Las Vegas. Caroline is part of the Zac Brown Band who opened a residency earlier this year. It was a stunning show that created some controversy. This country singer talks about all of it before the (16:05) Night Cap with Billy Dukes. | 27m 41s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | ![]() Rascal Flatts: Jay DeMarcus’ Son Can Really Sing! | Rascal Flatts Jay DeMarcus visits with Evan Paul ahead of the group’s show in Nashville and he brought his son Dylan. You may have seen the 13-year-old’s cover of “Bless the Broken Road.” It went viral so (3:30) we had to ask Jay when he knew his boy could do it. Plus, Dylan busts on his dad’s hair and (8:20) an iconic Rascal Flatts song and the two discuss what the future holds. If you didn’t know, Jay owns a Christian and Country Music record label. Those genres are merging and (10:30) he says that’s a good thing. Then (14:53) Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap. Please tap follow and leave a review. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com for more. | 27m 58s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | ![]() Why Country Music Gets Hosed at the Grammys | Think of this as a Grammy Awards preview. Billy Dukes joins Evan Paul to talk about this weekend’s show and why country music seems to always get snubbed. Is that even true? Billy tries to make the case that the Grammys are doing exactly what they should be doing and the problem is really mainstream country music. Evan doesn’t agree. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 26m 11s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Stephen Wilson Jr. Will Blow Your Cotton-Pickin’ Mind! | Stephen Wilson Jr. joins Evan Paul for the very first time and one thing is clear: this dude is different. You’ll hear it first as (0:45) he describes what led to his new song “Gary” but later (6:30) he goes real deep about a Brothers Osborne song he wrote and how it was inspired by his father’s devastating illness. Then, during the Night Cap, (12:05) Evan and Billy Dukes try to find a proper comparison for Stephen. Thanks for listening, following or subscribing. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com | 25m 08s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | ![]() Lainey Wilson LOVES These Two Country Newcomers [REPLAY] | This week, Evan Paul revisits his mid-2025 interview with Lainey Wilson to talk about the year she has in store of us in 2026. Could she be the Entertainer of the Year, again? Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap to look at her tour, new music and wedding plans. | 24m 18s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | ![]() Top Country Music Tours of 2026 | This week, Evan Paul and Billy Dukes break down the top tours of 2026. Chris Stapleton goes first, this weekend! But, Blake Shelton, Eric Church and more are also hitting the road in January. The top tours, the most interesting tours and the biggest risks are all on tap for this honest look at country music’s live performance year. Billy and Evan also share their Top 3 tours for the winter and spring. You’ll be surprised! Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com | 27m 54s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | ![]() Comedian Drew Lynch Got Hit In the Throat and It Changed His Life | Comedian Drew Lynch joins Evan Paul for a conversation about the divesting softball injury that changed his life, for the better. He also talks about his famous stutter and love for country music. Then (13:06) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. | 22m 42s | ||||||
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