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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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Tyler Farr visits the podcast for the first time to talk about his new ‘Quit Bein’ Country’ EP. The “Redneck Crazy” singer hasn’t changed much — he’s still terrorizing Jason Aldean! Tyler actually got into a car accident on the way to the interview and this interview with Evan Paul starts there. Then, it’s (8:01) pranking Jason Aldean, (11:15) covering Charlie Daniels and (16:05) being inspired by his 5-year-old daughter. He also has a great tour gift story that might not be legal and things to say about leaving a major record label. Billy Dukes also returns for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Luke and Joel Smallbone from for King & Country talk to Evan Paul and answer the hard questions, like (20:23) whether or not they could beat Dan + Shay in an arm wrestling match. We’re kidding, mostly. The duo do talk honestly about (6:30) balancing their Christian and country audience and (10:50) why fans in their home country Australia are so much rowdier than fans in the U.S. Plus, (1:45) the story of their new song “World On Fire,” (18:10) why they play the Grand Ole Opry so often and how a nasty sports injury led to their formation. Then (23:16) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

RaeLynn visits with Evan Paul for the very first time to talk about her new Christmas Ep, ‘Jingle Jangle Rock.’ She is back on a major label after going independent for several years and It’s refreshing to hear her talk about the full-circle moment. Blake Shelton was an early supporter of RaeLynn’s after they were on ‘The Voice’ together and during this interview she remembers getting a $40,000 check when she needed it most. She’s also got great stories of Jason Aldean, Kane Brown and more. Plus, with the holidays coming up we had to ask her about her Elf On the Shelf game. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

It’s Chase Matthew’s first time on the podcast. The “Darlin’” singer spends a little time comparing his new music to his first records and then (7:30) tells host Evan Paul it was wild opening for Keith Urban in Australia. This was pre-divorce and he got to meet Nicole Kidman. Find out why it was awkward. He’ll also tell stories on Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan before (17:04) “Heavens To Betsy” singer Jackson Dean sits down for a talk about the impact that song has had on fans and him. Then (32:01) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com