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.

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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.

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Caroline Jones opens up about the personal songs on her new ‘Good Omen’ album, including those inspired by her baby boy and one inspired by an abusive relationship. She’s stronger now and ready to tell her story because she knows it can help people.

Then, Evan Paul asks (10:30) about playing the Sphere in Las Vegas. Caroline is part of the Zac Brown Band who opened a residency earlier this year. It was a stunning show that created some controversy. This country singer talks about all of it before the (16:05) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Rascal Flatts Jay DeMarcus visits with Evan Paul ahead of the group’s show in Nashville and he brought his son Dylan. You may have seen the 13-year-old’s cover of “Bless the Broken Road.” It went viral so (3:30) we had to ask Jay when he knew his boy could do it.

Plus, Dylan busts on his dad’s hair and (8:20) an iconic Rascal Flatts song and the two discuss what the future holds. If you didn’t know, Jay owns a Christian and Country Music record label. Those genres are merging and (10:30) he says that’s a good thing.

Then (14:53) Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap. Please tap follow and leave a review.

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Think of this as a Grammy Awards preview. Billy Dukes joins Evan Paul to talk about this weekend’s show and why country music seems to always get snubbed. Is that even true? Billy tries to make the case that the Grammys are doing exactly what they should be doing and the problem is really mainstream country music. Evan doesn’t agree.

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Stephen Wilson Jr. joins Evan Paul for the very first time and one thing is clear: this dude is different. You’ll hear it first as (0:45) he describes what led to his new song “Gary” but later (6:30) he goes real deep about a Brothers Osborne song he wrote and how it was inspired by his father’s devastating illness.

Then, during the Night Cap, (12:05) Evan and Billy Dukes try to find a proper comparison for Stephen. Thanks for listening, following or subscribing.

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This week, Evan Paul revisits his mid-2025 interview with Lainey Wilson to talk about the year she has in store of us in 2026. Could she be the Entertainer of the Year, again?

Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap to look at her tour, new music and wedding plans.

This week, Evan Paul and Billy Dukes break down the top tours of 2026. Chris Stapleton goes first, this weekend! But, Blake Shelton, Eric Church and more are also hitting the road in January.

The top tours, the most interesting tours and the biggest risks are all on tap for this honest look at country music’s live performance year. Billy and Evan also share their Top 3 tours for the winter and spring. You’ll be surprised!

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Comedian Drew Lynch joins Evan Paul for a conversation about the divesting softball injury that changed his life, for the better. He also talks about his famous stutter and love for country music. Then (13:06) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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Tyler Farr visits the podcast for the first time to talk about his new ‘Quit Bein’ Country’ EP. The “Redneck Crazy” singer hasn’t changed much — he’s still terrorizing Jason Aldean!

Tyler actually got into a car accident on the way to the interview and this interview with Evan Paul starts there. Then, it’s (8:01) pranking Jason Aldean, (11:15) covering Charlie Daniels and (16:05) being inspired by his 5-year-old daughter. He also has a great tour gift story that might not be legal and things to say about leaving a major record label.

Billy Dukes also returns for the Night Cap. Email [email protected]