Taste of Country Nights, On Demand

Ty Myers Interview + Alan Jackson's Final Concert Recap 03.07.2026 52min

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 staff@tasteofcountry.com

Chris Young Returns With New Music and a New Bar + Graham Barham 26.06.2026 1h 11min

Chris Young returns to the podcast to talk about the deluxe version of ‘I Didn’t Come Here To Leave.’ It includes three new songs that signal where this super star is headed next. Plus (19:08) Graham Barham joins to talk about his new ‘Club Country’ album. He’s a fast-rising country star with a huge social following. This interview proves he’s more than just a viral hitmaker. Then (39:06) a throwback interview with Carly Pearce from April 2022 and (50:11) Billy Dukes joins to talk about Alan Jackson’s final show and Evan’s close encounter with Dolly Parton. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Clint Black’s New Tell-All Memoir + Josh Ross 19.06.2026 1h 19min

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.

Keith Urban + the Real Reason He Recorded a Yacht Rock Album, Plus Tyler Braden and Darius Rucker 12.06.2026 48min

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.

Bailey Zimmerman Is Building a Lambo! Plus Kelsey Hart and Megan Moroney 05.06.2026 47min

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.

Kip Moore Lost a Friend and Hero: 'We Were Inseparable' + Alana Springsteen 29.05.2026 49min

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.

Luke Bryan Responds to Jason Aldean + Riley Green 22.05.2026 25min

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.

Ty Herndon Details His Mid-90s Arrest Like Never Before + Larkin’ Poe 15.05.2026 46min

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

Amy Grant Ain’t Afraid! Plus Alex Miller Returns 08.05.2026 41min

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

Jason Aldean Is Back! Luke Bryan Tour Preview + More 01.05.2026 30min

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

'This Heart' Singer Corey Kent Returns! Plus Whey Jennings 23.04.2026 34min

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

Aaron Watson Can’t Hold Back: New Country, Zach Bryan + Modern ‘Outlaws’ 17.04.2026 46min

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

'The Road' Winner Adam Sanders on 'Marshals' + the Story of 'His To Mine' 09.04.2026 25min

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.

How Breland Convinced 50 Cent, Dr. Dre To Cosign His New Song, 'In My Truck' 03.04.2026 37min

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.

Dasha’s Emotional Breakdown: ‘It Just Wrecked Me’ + Paul Cauthen 27.03.2026 40min

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's INCREDIBLE Comeback - HOLY COW! 20.03.2026 32min

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

Russell Dickerson To Keith Urban: Hook Me Up! 13.03.2026 27min

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

Meghan Patrick, Plus Priscilla Block Reveals If She’s Ready for Marriage 06.03.2026 43min

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

Rockers Go Country: Shinedown and Avenged Sevenfold Talk Country Music 27.02.2026 50min

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.

Aaron Tippin Still Stands for Something | American Sky INTERVIEW 20.02.2026 33min

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