Lee Brice returns for the first time in over three years. He’s got a (1;30) new song called “Cry” that he’s hoping to sing with a stunning pop vocalist. Evan Paul asked (3:50) what makes him cry and his answer may surprise you.

Plus, (12:20) Lee admits his kids are into music and his 8-year-old could record a song with him. Then (15:25) he recalls seeing Morgan Wallen hustling on Lower Broadway before he was a star. Did Lee know?

Billy Dukes also joins for the (20:41) Night Cap. Also mentioned during this podcast episode: Teddy Swims, Dallas Davidson, Jerrod Niemann, Tyler Farr, Willie Nelson, Johnny Paycheck, Daryle Singletary, and more.

Rascal Flatts’ bassist Jay DeMarcus explains how they got the Jonas Brothers on their new song “I Dare You” and updates Evan Paul and fans on tour rehearsals. Plus, Jay gets honest about he may have contributed to some of the band’s problems, and describes what it’s like working with a sober Joe Don Rooney.

Then (11:22) Billy Dukes joins Evan to break down this interview.

Kane Brown has never been this unfiltered. The “Backseat Driver” tells Evan Paul (0:50) all about his new album, ‘The High Road’ and the song that made his wife cry. Plus, (6:35) a full family update including how he treats his youngest different. If you’re a boy-dad or a boy-mom you’ll totally appreciate this.

Then, (10:45) how Kane and Kaitlyn do date nights and what they fight about before (14:01) his thoughts on Jelly Roll, mental health and more. That’s probably the most revealing part of the interview. Billy Dukes (20:43) also joins for the Night Cap.

Also mentioned during this podcast: Hardy, Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Marshmello, Landman and more.

Carrie Underwood’s performance for Donald Trump’s inauguration went well, in the end. Evan Paul and Billy Dukes break down what you didn’t see on TV. Plus an interview with newcomer Corey Kent.

Brad Tursi is Old Dominion’s guitarist but now he’s a solo artist as well. The ‘Parallel Love’ album dropped last summer and he visited to talk about how his approach to making music is different when he doesn’t have four more opinions. Evan Paul gets the story on his engagement and what the rest of the band thinks.

Then a special version of the Night Cap with Billy Dukes where they play “Would you take the gig?” Would YOU play an inauguration in 2025?

It’s possible you’ve never heard of AreYouKiddingTV but your kids have. So too have country stars like Parker McCollum, Ernest, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Tyler Hubbard and Maddie & Tae.

This week, Evan Paul talks to Steven Lannum and Joey Gizzi from popular TikTok and YouTube channel AreYouKiddingTV. It’s a total BTS interview about how they create viral content and feature celebrities. Any question you’ve ever had about how this works is answered here. We think you’ll really enjoy it!

Thank you for helping make this podcast the longest uninterrupted country music podcast with well over 53 straight weeks without missing an episode. Evan Paul is joined by Billy Dukes this week to remember the best of the year. The top songs of 2024, the best albums and 13 news stories that defined country music.

Chris Lane joins Evan Paul to (1:08) tell the story behind his new song “If I Die before You” and it’s music video. He’s a dad now so the two men talk fatherhood in ways you might find hilarious. Plus, (7:00) how Rascal Flatts made good on a promise and (14:20) a great conversation with Megan Patrick.

Uncle Kracker joins Evan Paul to (1:10) talk about his new ‘Coffee & Beer’ album. His career stretches back over 25 years and includes partnerships with Kid Rock, Kenny Chesney and — as it turns out — Jelly Roll.

During this interview, Uncle Kracker (13:40) reveals how he met Kenny Chesney and (17:40) why he took a chance on Jelly Roll in 2015. Plus, (10:10) the truth about his stage name — Kid Rock didn’t give it to him after all.

Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

George Birge joins Evan Paul to talk about (0:50) who inspired his new hit “Cowboy Songs” and why he might always feel like a new artist. Then,(8:20) a humbling George Strait story and how he became friends with Glenn Powell, AKA Maverick in the new ‘Top Gun’ movie.

Then (16:44) Dylan Schneider and a (31:43) Night Cap with Billy Dukes that gets a bit uncomfortable for Evan. This episode is not sponsored by Better Health but it should be!