Taste of Country Nights, On Demand

It’s Blake Shelton’s first appearance on the Taste of Country Nights On Demand podcast. He tells Evan Paul (1:00) why he was nervous to cut his new song, “Texas” and (15:05) admits which of his hits he never thought would reach No. 1.

Plus, how Post Malone inspired him to make music again, a (6:55) beautiful Toby Tribute and more. Then (17:26) Billy Dukes joins for a Night Cap focused on the 2024 CMA Awards.

Also mentioned: Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Justin Moore, Morgan Wallen, Chris Stapleton, Shaboozey, and Adam Levin.

Parmalee join Evan Paul to talk about (1:10) why “Gonna Love You” was the right song to film a music video that recreates the shooting that left drummer Scott Thomas in a coma. Plus, (8:38) how they feel about being first-class snubs every awards season and (12:30) Wikipedia secrets.

Then Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap. Also mentioned, Train, the Chicks, Nikki Sixx, Snoop Dogg, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion and more.

Tucker Wetmore visits with Evan Paul to talk about 1:10 his song “Wind Up Missin’ You” and the new ‘Waves On a Sunset’ album. He does a lot of missing on this album and we had to know why.

Plus, (5:05) a great Luke Bryan story, (8:04) how to capitalize on viral fame and (11:20) why he can relate to the Olympic pole vaulter who got his junk caught on the bar. Then (11:40) Mitchell Tenpenny and (19:36) Billy Dukes with the Night Cap.

Joe Nichols returns to the Taste of Country Nights On Demand podcast and tells Evan Paul about new songs from his 'Honky Tonks and Country Songs' album, like his (2:10) new duet with Annie Bosko. Plus (5:45) why he loves Post Malone and (15:40) his dooms day preparation.

Then, (11:40) Joe remembers getting invited to go hunting with Hank Williams Jr. It went horribly wrong for everyone involved. Plus (19:40) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned: Emmylou Harris, Alison Kraus, Kelly Clarkson and more.

Kelsea Ballerini visits with Evan Paul to talk about her new ‘Patterns’ album. Specifically, (4:45) she explains why a couple songs include curse words — it’s so relatable.

Also, (3:15) how does Kelsea actually spend time with famous friends like Shania Twain and Carly Pearce? That can’t be easy in public but she’s got a trick. Plus, (9:30) why Chase Stokes loves the breakup song on her album, how her role on ‘Doctor Odyssey’ came to be and (13:15) her pick for CMA Entertainer of the Year.

Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned during this episode: Tigirlily Gold, Ella Langley, Taylor Swift, Reese Witherspoon, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson and more.

Justin Moore visits with Evan Paul to tell stories behind songs of his new ‘This Is My Dirt’ album. Pretty quickly, he gets sidetracked with (1:30) a Blake Shelton drinking story, (8:45) growing up with “The Worst” sporting equipment, (14:45) his daughter’s new boyfriend and that time he bought a round of drinks for University of Arkansas fans in New York City.

Plus (20:36) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this episode: Diamond Dallas Page, Randy Houser, Hank Williams Jr., Keith Urban and more.

Rascal Flatts visit with Evan Paul to talk about their reunion tour. (3:30) You’ll be surprised to learn how much (or how little) planning went into the announcement. Plus, (5:50) Joe Don Rooney shares how he’ll tour sober and speak to what happens when they finish.

Then, (10:48) Kassi Ashton visits to talk about her new ‘Made From the Dirt’ album and the truth behind her hit song “Called Crazy.” Kassi is a delight and we really want her to get famous so everyone gets to experience her. Then (18:26) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Chase Rice’s new ‘Go Down Singin’’ album will surprise you if you haven’t been paying attention. During this interview, he tells Evan Paul about (4:00) splitting from his record label, (7:40) drinking away relationships, (9:41) bad advice for Luke Combs and (11:40) challenging Megan Moroney.

Plus, (17:56) Dylan Marlowe talks about his Dylan Scott duet “Boys Back Home,” quail hunting, how much a No. 1 song is worth and more. Then (31:39) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this episode: Jon Pardi, Eric Church, Kameron Marlowe, Dierks Bentley and more.

Keith Urban joins Evan Paul this week to talk about songs from his new ‘High’ album. A song called (1:30) “Break the Chain” is the most personal song he’s ever recorded and the hitmaker is willing to talk about it. Plus, (4:41) his thoughts on Carrie Underwood joining American Idol and (7:40) the country newcomers he’s keeping a very close eye on.

Then, (10:00) Jackson Dean joins Evan in studio for a deep conversation around his ‘On the Back of My Dreams’ album. There is more sadness than you might expect from a project that’s very rocking. “Heavens To Betsy” is the single and (20:09) wait until you hear him talk about those lyrics.

Finally, (30:33) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Brantley Gilbert joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘Tattoos’ album and its provocative album cover. Turns out, that’s not a cigarette in his hand but his reason for going shirtless runs deep.

Brantley is a longtime friend to Taste of Country, so he felt comfortable going deeper than ever about family, parenting, his gun collection and more. Highlights include the story behind his Gary LeVox duet, a Colt Ford update and why you’ll never see him with face tattoos.

Then (24:42) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned during this episode: Ashley Cooke, Jelly Roll, Demun Jones, Rascal Flats, Willie Nelson, Hank Williams Jr., Post Malone and more.