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John Morgan's song, "Kid Myself" is approaching No. 1 on the charts and we ask him the difference in having a No. 1 as a writer with someone else singing your songs and a No. 1 singing his own written song. Plus, which one of his 16+ Jason Aldean songs he has written makes him the most money. Drew Baldridge joins us as well as former 'American Idol' winner, Taylor Hicks.

David Nail joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘Flowers’ album. He starts by sharing the emotional story of the project’s name but also admits his wife’s depression helped craft one of the most important songs. Plus, wait until you hear his story of trying to get his kids to wear his merch. It’s hilarious! Then, Chayce Beckham joins the show to talk about his great new ‘Old Fashioned’ EP and Taylor Austin Dye visits with a song. Billy Dukes is off this week. Email [email protected].

Max McNown joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘Leave On a Light’ album and why he had to change the title of his most famous song. Plus, how his Grand Ole Opry debut almost became a disaster. Then, (22:26) Trey Pendley talks about ‘Signs of Life,’ the new album he dropped on Aug. 28. And a (33:41) songwriting quarter-turned-artist called the 615 Collective share stories from Nashville. Billy Dukes also (44:31) wraps up the week in country music, including big news and a rock album for Carrie Underwood.

Luke Bryan visits with Evan Paul for a short talk about his new ‘Signs’ album before an extended interview with one of the more interesting men in country music, Charlie Worsham. Charlie (8:32) took us into the night he was surprised with a Grand Ole Opry invite. Plus he talks music, his friendships with Vince Gill, Dierks Bentley and more. After a throwback interview with Colbie Caliat, it’s (45:33) Billy Dukes for a Night Cap that breaks down new tours from Kenny Chesney and Florida Georgia Line. The duo’s comeback is fascinating for one, very simple reason.

Josh Turner just re-released his 'Your Man' Album to celebrate 20 years! How has it been that long. He talks to Evan Paul about how he got the song from Chris Stapleton and what Scotty's version does differently. Plus, did you know fans were actually mad at him for this song? Then, it's LoCash and Billy Dukes joins for a Night Cap that breaks down CMA Awards nominations, specifically who got snubbed in 2026. Email [email protected]

Scotty McCreery looks back at his early career hits and misses, including his time on ‘American Idol.’ He’s not afraid to be a bit more honest about the process, what life was like when he won and “I Love You This Big,” his coronation song. Scotty’s got a new compilation album out called ’15.’ Then, former American Idol winner Phillip Phillips talks to Evan Paul about his time on the show and his new ‘Let’s Go Far: Vol. 1’ EP, released on Sept. 4. He’s making great music in 2026 and open to sharing the dark stories of his life and music. After a throwback interview Huntergirl, Billy Dukes joins to talk about Dolly Parton Day on 9.25, and the huge record that Alan Jackson just set. Email [email protected]

Carly Pearce dropped her new ‘Honest Woman’ album this week and she tells Evan Paul all about the personal songs, including one inspired by a breakup. Plus, what’s it like to get that close to Riley Green. Then the (8:39) men of Little Big Town join the podcast to talk about their new ‘It’s a Dying Art’ album. This week’s throwback interview is with (15:35) Chris Young and then Billy Dukes joins to (23:57) remember Dolly Parton. It’s everything you wanted to know and questions most people are afraid to ask. Email [email protected]

Rascal Flatts frontman Gary LeVox is sure this time. The singer talks about the future of Rascal Flatts as he prepares for a celebrity golf event in support of Folds of Honor. Of course we had to ask who can really swing it and who is a bad golfer in country music. Then Chris Darlington joins Evan Paul. He was a police officer for nearly 20 years before giving country music a try. Of course he’s got stories, and a few really good songs like “What Do You Want.” This week’s throwback interview is Parker McCollum from 2022 and after that Billy Dukes joins with what’s hot in country music. Garth Brooks began his new tour this week and the reviews are in. Email [email protected]

Bryan Andrews may not be the guy you think he is. Sure, he leads with his opinions on politics and society but this conversation with Evan Paul proves he’s a deep-thinker who is much more open minded than haters on social media would have you believe. The “Yeehaw” singer dropped his ‘Independence Day’ EP earlier this summer. Go check it out wherever you stream music. Then, Steven Wariner visits. He’s a 90s country star known for being among the genre’s greatest guitarists. This visit is focused on his 2D art and a very cool event he has coming in the Nashville area. Plus a throwback interview with Chris Janson and Dwayne the Rock Johnson that proves he’s real about making country music. And Billy Dukes joins to break down all this Band Perry drama. Email [email protected]

“Boston” singer Stella Lefty joins Evan Paul in studio to talk about her song “Boston” and the one lyric that’s proving to be controversial. The country newcomer shares who the song is about and why she titled it “Boston” — you’ll never guess. Then, (15:34)Wyatt Flores joins Evan to dish on his new ‘Scared of Heights’ album and a throwback interview with (26:54) Caroline Jones. Billy Dukes joins with the (49:03) latest in country music including 10 tours canceled in 2026 and this year’s most important albums. Email [email protected]

Frank Ray returns to talk about his new ‘Good for the Soul’ EP which includes a song that Evan Paul thinks is a smash. Take a moment and go listen to “Third Row George Strait” and then come back - we won’t mind. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzMXzRhAjeQ Then (21:05) Lauren Alaina joins Evan to talk about mom-life and her unfulfilled promise to Kane Brown. The two have a new duet on her upcoming 'Stages' album called "Never Been In Love" and it's tremendous. That’s followed by a 2024 convo with (29:37) Brothers Osborne and the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. This week, (39:42) Billy and Evan break down the right way and the wrong way to cancel concerts. Shout out to Megan Moroney who did it right. Finally, could Luke Bryan or Carrie Underwood call it quits on American Idol? Email [email protected].

Brantley Gilbert joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘Sins of the Father’ album which includes a great Jelly Roll duet. He’s a Taste of Country favorite and you can tell he loves visiting with us just as much as we do him. Then it’s (12:45) Ashley Cooke and a throwback interview with (21:13) Randy Houser from 2022. Email [email protected].

Joe Nichols knows he let Hank Williams Jr. down and it really bothers him. During this interview with Evan Paul of Taste of Country Nights, Joe tells about what made him so mad. Plus, how he ticked of Alan Jackson's tour manager, why his record label tried to shut down his biggest hit and the full story of his song new song "Say La Va." Then a throwback interview with Lainey Wilson from 2022. Email [email protected].

Don’t dismiss Maddox Batson as country music’s Justin Bieber. This 16-year-old is dedicated to the genre and he proves it during this interview with Evan Paul. Plus, (15:49) Tyler Nance visits to talk about his new ‘Midwest Memoir’ album and a throwback interview with (29:45) Terri Clark. Billy Dukes also joins to (51:23) talk about the week in country, including why Garth Brooks trolls are winning the internet. Email [email protected]

Ty Myers joins Evan Paul to talk about country life and his new ‘Heavy On the Soul’ album. Then a throwback interview with (19:51) Dasha from 2022 and Billy Dukes joins to (37:50) break down concerts from Alan Jackson and Post Malone. Email [email protected]