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Country music’s hottest stars visit with Evan Paul of Taste of Country Nights, a nationally syndicated radio show. Go deep inside new music to learn the inspiration behind familiar hits and hear stories about this wild life you won't hear elsewhere.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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!
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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.
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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
They don’t get much more country than Shane Profitt. The “Long Live Country” singer talked to Evan Paul about (6:15) ditching a girl to chase his dream at a sushi restaurant, (10:01) living near Luke Bryan and how his parents’ divorce inspired his most personal song.
Shane brought his fiancee and their puppy to the interview, which just speaks to the kind of guy he is. There’s no ego here, even though his list of cell phone contacts runs very deep. Look for big things from him in 2026.
Billy Dukes (18:45) is also in for the Night Cap, as always.
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.
Season 21 American Idol winner Iam Tonga joins Evan Paul to give an update on what he's been up to since winning in 2023. Then (10:34) newcomer Vincent Mason returns.
Country music’s hottest stars visit with Evan Paul of Taste of Country Nights, a nationally syndicated radio show. Go deep inside new music to learn the inspiration behind familiar hits and hear stories about this wild life you won't hear elsewhere.
Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com
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.
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