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.

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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.

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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.

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A video version of this interview is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RW2SV1tCDek

Alexandra Kay visits with Evan Paul and shares stories of Second Wind, a new studio album that was very much inspired by her boyfriend Rocco. The way they met is classic Nashville and the early days of their relationship were more than a little awkward.

Plus, Alexandra tells stories from the Jelly Roll tour and shares how he changed everything for her at a time she needed it most. If you’re a fan you’ll love hearing what happened.

Then Drake Milligan joins us to talk about his upcoming Tumbleweed album — and his love for Elvis Presley — before the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. This episode also includes stories and references to Kelsea Ballerini, Carly Pearce, Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, George Strait, Bunnie Xo and more.

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Gretchen Wilson joins Evan Paul for her most candid interview to date. She opens up about (4:20) working with Keith Urban on their new reality show The Road. Honestly her praise for how he handled himself is more than a little surprising.

The “Redneck Woman” singer goes deep on her new gig and a few of the more notable contestants. Then, (11:40) we pivot to men in today’s culture and today’s country music. TL;DR version: the boys need to step up!

Feuds with Cody Johnson and Kelsea Ballerini are all fair game, plus the time Alan Jackson saved her CMA Awards without even knowing it. Then (22:15) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned: Guy Fieri, Cody Hubbard, Britnee Kellogg, Blake Shelton and more.

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Coblie Caillat returns to talk about the many duets on her ‘This Time Around’ album. She re-recorded a bunch of her hit songs with stars like Jason Mraz, Russell Dickerson, Maren Morris and more. Evan Paul was dying to know if someone “counted her in” once again or not and if she’d ever do a full-on country record.

Plus, if you’re an OG fan of Colbie’s you’ll love the throwback MySpace conversation.

After that, (11:00) Anne Wilson joins Evan to talk about her tremendous ‘Stars’ album. She opens up about how her brother’s death still affects her and explains how she handles critics upset that she’s “gone country.”

Also, did you know Anne was such a big fan of Morgan Wallen? We sure didn’t!

Then (24:00) Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap. Also mentioned in this episode: Mitchell Tenpenny, Amos Lee, Lee Brice, Maddie & Tae, Ryan Hurd and more.

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Priscilla Block joins Evan Paul to talk about the new direction of her Things You Didn’t See album (Oct. 10). Plus, she (3:55) describes the Come to Jesus moment that motivated her to take charge of every aspect of her life. Wait until you hear how she began her striking body transformation.

Priscilla also talks about (6:35) Jon Pardi generous tour gift and her own headlining tour in 2026. Then (10:20) Ashley Cooke joins before (17:50) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this podcast episode, Jon Pardi, Cole Swindell, Jelly Roll, Lizzo and more.

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Thomas Rhett joins Evan Paul for the first time in a year and he shared all kinds of secrets about his fifth baby. TR joined as a partner for Hardee’s and they’re doing some great things together. The best part of this conversation is when he tries to remember his kids birthdays and when he talks about tour rider gifts from and for fellow country stars.

Then, Tyler Rich (9:03) joins for a great conversation about the (11:08) ups and downs of going independent, (13:28) his model wife’s favorite scent and the dark times he went through loving long distance. Billy Dukes (28:31) also joins for a Night Cap that seeks to get to the heart of a very important question.

Also mentioned: Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt, Dustin Lynch and more. Leave a rating and review and look for us on YouTube every other week!

Phil Vassar visits to talk about 25 years since “Just Another Day In Paradise” and the truth about the day he wrote it. Host Evan Paul also asked him about his early days with Kenny Chesney, being neighbors with ZZ Top and the artist that changed everything in country.

Plus, Phil has a new song coming next week called “What It Means” that’s about his near-fatal heart attack. He gave Taste of Country fans the scoop first!

Then, meet newcomer Liam St. John and join Billy Dukes for the Night Cap.

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Also mentioned: Jo Dee Messina, ZZ Top, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Tim McGraw, Alan Jackson and more.

Lauren Alaina admits her husband is the one responsible for her ex-boyfriend song “All My Exes” getting the attention it deserves. This conversation with Evan Paul also (5:45) relives the mom-shaming she experienced and some other new-mom problems she’s had to work through. Plus, (9:30) a great story about touring with Rascal Flatts.

Then, (11:06) Drake White joins the podcast for the first time to talk about the new The Hunts the Healing documentary that drops on Sept. 21. It’s life story and he’s not shy about talking about a near-death, on-stage stroke and the many ups and downs he’s experienced professionally.

Drake talked with Evan just days after his baby girl died after childbirth. We had no idea at the time!

Finally, the (27:10) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during these conversations: Riley Green, Martina McBride, McKenzie Porter, Hardy, Chase Matthew and more!