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.

Miranda Lambert joins me (Evan Paul) to (1:10) talk about her personal — but not autobiographical — ‘Postcards From Texas’ album and why certain types of songs still scare her. Then (4:30) she explains her choice for CMA Entertainer of the Year and responds to Lainey Wilson sweet comments about her from last summer.

This interview covers a dozen topics but my favorite is when (13:10) she talks about how her husband Brendan still drives like a New York City Police Officer. I can totally relate! We also get into Beyonce, Post Malone and more. (19:11) Billy Dukes also joins for the Night Cap.

Also mentioned during this episode: Morgan Wallen, Eric Church, Hardy, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, George Strait and Chappell Roan.

Whey Jennings performs a new song called “Sleeves” that talks about addiction in a way that only someone who has lived it can talk. It’s part of his new ‘Jekyll & Hyde’ album and it’s just the start of his story of recovery. If you know someone battling demons, you need to hear this interview.

Then (19:26) Chris Young joins to talk about “Young Love & Saturday Nights” and more. Plus the (30:13) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned, Chris Janson, Waylon Jennings, Jelly Roll, Struggle Jennings, Jamey Johnson, David Bowie and more.

Thomas Rhett joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘About a Woman’ album and reveals a hidden easter egg within his hit song “Beautiful As You.” Plus his one regret, tour rider request and American Idol dreams?

Then, (13:11) Josh Turner joins to talk about the new ‘This Country Music Thing’ album and recalls working with Chris Stapleton before he was THE Chris Stapleton. Then the (23:53) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Lainey Wilson visits with Evan Paul ahead of her new ‘Whirlwind’ album. The singer goes deep on (3:30) her friendship with Miranda Lambert, (9:15) how that viral butt video really made her feel, (7:33) proposing marriage to Duck (you read that right) and Yellowstone.

Plus, you won’t believe how someone mistreated the reigning Entertainer of the Year winner just last year. Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this episode, Post Malone, Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Hardy and Beyonce.

Phil Vassar had a heart attack and stroke in 2023 and nobody knew about it, until now. The “Just Another Day In Paradise” singer (4:00) walks Evan Paul through what happened and yeah — it was just as serious as it sounded.

Plus, (0:55 and 9:04) the story of his new music with hit songwriter Jeffrey Steele and (14:40) memories of Toby Keith. Did you know Phil Vassar used to own a bar? He shares some wild stories and explains how it led to his break. Then (20:47) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Billy Dukes joins Evan Paul to discuss (10:23) the Top 20 Country Songs of 2024. Taste of Country’s new list favors traditional country but how do genre-crossing artists like Beyonce, Post Malone and Dasha compare?

First, Kameron Marlow talks to Evan Paul about songs on his new ‘Keepin’ the Lights On’ album, taking the Morgan Wallen master class and who has the best catering on tour. Plus he reveals the tough circumstances that inspired the song “Keepin’ the Lights On.”

Gretchen Wilson is not afraid to answer hard questions. The “Redneck Woman” singer talks to Evan Paul about (1:01) her new song “Little Miss Runner Up” and names the hit from her catalog that spawned it. Plus, (5:29) she heard what Terri Clark said about her and speaks to early 2000s competition in country music.

The best part of this interview may be (10:30) her story of the first time she heard “Redneck Woman” on the radio but her story of (13:46) getting punched in the face is pretty good too. Then, (17:21) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned: Carrie Underwood, Kid Rock, Hank Williams Jr., Charlie Daniels, Jason Aldean, Big & Rich, Ashley McBryde and more.

Tigirlily’s Kendra and Krista join Evan Paul. If this is the first time you’ve met this country duo you’ll enjoy this conversation most. Find out why they’ve been (5:17) endorsed by Dolly Parton, Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini and more.

They also (2:20) tell the personal story behind their new song “I Tried a Ring On “ and (9:20) open up about meeting their heroes and having coffee with famous contemporaries. Plus, (14:30) why they’re not a trio and the very unusual stupid human trick Kendra is capable of.

Then (19:00) Billy Dukes joins Evan for a Night Cap that explores the politics of asking hard questions.

Watch video of Kendra's creepy eyelid flip: https://www.instagram.com/p/C90NvnzpCfY/

Dasha joins Evan Paul to (2:20) dish on the guy who inspired her song “Austin.” Plus, (4:10) how Keith Urban gave her career a boost, her bold country music plan and (13:00) what happened the first time she met Post Malone.

In addition, (9:40) Evan may have convinced Dasha she has celiac disease and she shares a secret to getting a viral hit on TikTok. Then (19:00) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned: Kelsea Ballerini, Anna Avery, Jelly Roll, Jason Aldean and more