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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 [email protected] for more.

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 [email protected]

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 [email protected]

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! Email: [email protected]

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 [email protected].

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 [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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 [email protected]

Jamie O’Neal is celebrating the 25th anniversary of of “There Is No Arizona” so we thought (1:01) it was the perfect time to ask how she looks back on this massive hit. She tells Evan Paul that — surprisingly — people still have misconceptions. In the early 2000s, (11:04) Jamie opened for Alan Jackson and forged friendships with artists like Martina McBride that still thrive today. If you grew up on this generation of country music you’ll love hearing from her. After Jamie, it’s (17:46) Annie Bosko with the dish on her unlikely Dwight Yoakam friendship and why she totally lost her mind meeting Shania Twain. Then the (32:00) Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned in this podcast episode: Kenny Chesney, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Dolly Parton, George Strait and more. Email [email protected]

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 [email protected]

This is a continuation of Episode 43. Colt Ford crashes Jake Owen’s interview and things get a little wild. Host Evan Paul is mostly bystander as these two men catch up and (2:10) share hot takes on Morgan Wallen and bro country and friend that show up when you need ‘em. In 2024, Colt suffered a massive heart attack and needed to be revived twice. He says (8:52) that he saw Toby Keith at heaven’s gate but his old friend told him God wasn’t ready for him yet and to turn around. It left us all with goosebumps! Add to that a few fighting stories, a TG Sheppard song and (3:00) an awkward FaceTime with George Birge. Both interviews were a ton of fun. As usual, (20:54) Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap. Colt’s new ‘Little Out There’ album drops Nov. 7. Also mentioned during this conversation: Dustin Lynch, Florida Georgia Line, Phil Vassar and more. Email [email protected]

Jake Owen reveals everything that led up to his new Dreams To Dream album and PHEW! It’s a lot. Evan Paul asked one question and 13 minutes later Jake had told us about his breakup, how no one came calling when he lost his last record deal, his love for Hank Jr. and how he flew into a fire to record an album while his personal life was (metaphorically) on fire. The second half of this interview looks back at his career. Jake proudly (17:30) owns starting bro country with “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” in 2011. He then (23:30) opens up about his friendship with Kenny Chesney and what’s in his future until he’s quite suddenly interrupted by a good friend. Then (32:27) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Other people mentioned during this conversation: Shooter Jennings, Waylon Jennings, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Peyton Manning, Florida Georgia Line and more. Email [email protected] A video version of this interview is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RW2SV1tCDek