Taste of Country Nights, On Demand

Jo Dee Messina returns with strong opinions on Stella Lefty and a lesson to everyone in country music. She’s one of Evan Pauls’ favorite interviews with a joy and personality that’s contagious.

Then it’s Caleb Lee Hutchinson and a throwback Megan Moroney interview. Plus Billy Dukes returns with a look at country music news, including a Dolly Parton fact that nobody is talking about.

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Fans of ‘90s country music will love this week’s podcast. Skip Ewing wrote a bunch of hits for artists like Collin Raye and Kenny Chesney, in addition to his own songs. He joins Evan Paul to tell those stories and share the secrets of his new ‘Dragonfly’ album. A song called “Me & God and a Fishing Pole” is stunning.

Then (35:47) Diamond Rio visit to talk about their upcoming EP, ‘America Works.’ (56:36) Walker Montgomery also visits to round out the podcast. Thanks for listening, following and subscribing. We sure would love a 5 star review as well.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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