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Taste of Country Nights, On Demand

Taste of Country

Country music’s hottest stars visit with Evan Paul of Taste of Country Nights, a nationally syndicated radio show. Go deep inside new music to learn the inspiration behind familiar hits and hear stories about this wild life you won"t hear elsewhere.

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All Episodes

37:05

Corey Kent + the Top 10 Country Songs of 2025 (So Far)

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/07/10

Wait until you hear (10:30) Corey Kent’s WILD pre-show routine. A taser is involved and people actually beg to join him! The “This Heart” singer also tells Evan Paul the story of his new song and reveals what Jason Aldean got him as a tour opener gift. Then, (14:02) Billy Dukes joins to break down the Top 10 Country Songs of 2025, so far. It’s an imperfect list but where do you think he gets it right and wrong?

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34:45

Thompson Square Rip Pop-Country Collabs, Beyoncé

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/06/18

Thompson Square join Evan Paul for a conversation that can only be described as “candid.” When asked about the state of country music, the married duo (mostly Kiefer) (10:01) go off on pop and rock collaborations, TikTok stars and Beyonce. It’s an 8-minute-long speech about why hard work needs to pay off in country music more than any other genre. That’s not the only thing the three talk about. Thompson Square (4:10) have a new song called “You Were There” that was once on hold for Kenny Chesney

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25:48

Justin Moore’s Conspiracy Theories + Why He...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/06/12

Justin Moore returns for the third time and tells Evan Paul about (10:15) the extreme lengths he went to trying meet Hank Williams Jr. Plus, (6:30) why he won’t play funerals, (11:45) what he does to embarrass his daughters and which conspiracy theories are real. Look for Justin and Joe Nichols on tour this year. They’re both from Arkansas and growing up, Justin Moore really looked up to Joe. (7:45) He says he’s kind of surreal to tour with him in 2025. Then (14:39) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes

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30:11

Gretchen Wilson is BACK and She’s More Honest Than Ever

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/06/05

Gretchen Wilson is one of our favorite guests. During this interview, she takes Evan Paul (3:15) behind the scenes of the Masked Singer, including the lengths the show goes to ensure secrecy. It’s intense. Then, (9:10) how Gretchen got to team up with Blake Shelton for ‘The Road’ on CBS, (6:55) how she broke her leg and the secret health battle that nobody knew about. She thought about quitting! We also asked Gretchen Wilson about (16:40) popular conspiracy theories and — being a long-haul COVID

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39:44

Megan Moroney Reveals Kenny Chesney’s Reaction To...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/05/28

Megan Moroney joins Evan Paul to talk about “You Had To Be There,” her new duet with Kenny Chesney. She explains how the song came to be and what it took to summon the courage to share it with him. These two go back a little further than you might think. In fact, Megan remembers the first time they met and talks candidly about what his friendship has meant to her personally and professionally. Then she shares a few bad breakup and bad date stories and reveals she and Ed Sheeran have a pen

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30:01

Jason Aldean Won’t Go To Space + Honestly, Can You...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/05/22

Jason Aldean returns and is as honest as ever. The “Whiskey Drink” singer updates fans on (3:00) new music and (9:40) his growing family, including what his oldest daughter is up to — prepare to feel old! Evan Paul also asked about him for (12:02) a Kenny Chesney story and he delivered. Plus, why (5:44) Luke Combs needs to move, conspiracy theories and if he’d ever go to space. Billy Dukes helps close with the Night Cap. Also mentioned: Brittany Aldean, Tim McGraw, Miranda Lambert, Dierks

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38:45

Did We Make Jon Pardi Mad? Plus Vincent Mason

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/05/14

Jon Pardi held nothing back during this conversation with Evan Paul. He has strong feelings about celebrity bars in Nashville and he got fighting mad when we asked about the house he’s building. The singer also spoke about (3:45) his friendship with Kid Rock, what he loves about being a girl dad and (9:15) turning 40. Then (11:09) Vincent Mason breaks down his new song “Wish You Well” and shares which artists have meant the most to him. (26:13) Billy Dukes is also here for a spirted Night Cap

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24:35

Maddie & Tae Admit It: They Partied HARD!

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/05/09

Maddie & Tae join Evan Paul to talk about songs from their new Love & Light album, which features a song called “Drunk Girls In Bathrooms.” We had to ask — YES! When they turned 21 Maddie Font and Tae Kerr partied hard, but nobody knew. Then, they talk about sweet stuff like motherhood and tour and reflect on 10 years of “Girl in a Country Song.” Plus the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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47:47

The Day Big Smo Disappeared and the Unexpected Life...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/04/30

This week, Big Smo sits down to talk to Evan Paul about the day he disappeared and everything that followed. This story is wild and hits home because — like Smo — Evan used to weigh well over 400 pounds! During this interview, Big Smo reveals he had open-heart surgery in 2015 and went to great lengths to change his lifestyle afterward. This ended up costing him his entire team and over half of his fans, so he decided to focus his energy elsewhere. The country rap singer also explains why he’s

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40:46

How Craig Campbell Ended Up On ‘American Idol’ +...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/04/23

Craig Campbell tells the 10-year story of his new song “Missing You.” Plus, how he teamed up with American Idol finalist Maddie Pruett ahead of Season 23. It’s such a cool, organic story. Then (17:31) Mackenzie Carpenter joins Evan Paul to talk about her new ‘Country Queen’ album and songs she’s written with Megan Moroney. Plus the (29:51) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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23:09

John Morgan’s First Jason Aldean Encounter Was AWKWARD!

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/04/17

Sure, John Morgan and Jason Aldean are friends how. The first time they met it was a little weird, but only because it was August in Tennessee and Morgan didn’t have much money. The “Friends Like That” singer tells Evan Paul which of the 16 songs he wrote for Aldean he’d love back and goes deep on his ‘80s country music influences. Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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28:21

Russell Dickerson and the Bidding War that Started...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/04/09

Russell Dickerson joins Evan Paul and (1:15) explains why he dropped a ‘80s pop smash right in the middle of his new single, “Happen To Me.” Plus, (3:45) the Russellmania Tour sounds absolutely wild and (5:30) why major labels and publishers were trying to track him down as he took his college exams. Then (16:50) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned during this podcast, Hulk Hogan, Florida Georgia Line, Kenny Chesney and Kane Brown.

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24:14

Chris Young Explains Why He Left Sony Music Nashville...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/04/03

Chris Young visits with Evan Paul to talk about his new record label and what it means when you split from an old table. Plus, the story of his new song “Til the Last One Dies” and what being label mates with Kelsea Ballerini could mean. Plus the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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39:57

Lily Rose Wants To Be More Than Villain, Plus Runaway...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/03/26

Lily Rose makes her ToC Nights On Demand debut and talks about her new song “I Know What I Want” and how her dad’s job at a hip-hop station in Atlanta influenced her. She also deep dives into what it’s like for a new artist who looks or sounds different on Music Row. It’s not quite what you think. Then, (13:53) Runaway June join Evan Paul to talk about how love and breakups influenced their new music. This country trio is always a delight to talk to and you’ll hear that here. (28:59) Billy Dukes

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36:52

Craig Morgan Won’t Do It! Plus Caylee Hammack’s...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/03/20

Craig Morgan talks to Evan Paul about (1:20) his new American Soundtrack EP, his tour in South Africa and (4:40) the one country he will NOT be caught dead in. Can you blame him? Plus he shares (6:00) a great Blake Shelton story and reveals how he knew Lainey Wilson would be huge before she did. Then, (11:55) Caylee Hammack visits to talk about her new Bed of Roses album and novel. She is one of the most interesting women in country music and this interview will show you why. (28:33) Billy Dukes

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45:12

Kip Moore Gets Real Honest About Money, the Music...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/03/12

Kip Moore talks to Evan Paul about (3:55) his new ‘Solitary Tracks’ album and why he chose to leave his old record label behind. Plus, (12:00) an update on his personal life, (19:10) how to fix awards shows and (21:45) wait until you hear us ask him about conspiracy theories. He tells a story that had us all leaning in. Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned during this week’s episode: Jordan Davis, Cody Johnson, LoCash and Whiskey Myers.

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32:31

LoCash Are Still a Little Sore With Miranda Lambert

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/03/06

LoCash talk to Evan Paul about their new song “Hometown Home,” the hit song they didn’t agree on and car life - as in “living in the car” life. Plus, did you know they were set to release “The House That Built Me” before Miranda Lambert? Wait until you hear what happened? Also mentioned during this episode: Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Jason Aldean, Jimmy Wayne and more.

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21:41

Jordan Davis Has Never Been More Relatable

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/02/26

Jordan Davis’ honest reaction to baby No. 4 had us cracking up! Plus, he shares the story of “I Ain’t Sayin’,” his new hit song. Jordan also went on tour with Luke Combs so we asked him all about what he learned. Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Also mentioned this week: Chase Rice, Kip More, Kane Brown, Vincent Mason and more.

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22:32

Dierks Bentley Does This Better Than Anyone In...

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/02/19

Dierks Bentley’s new song is called “She Hates Me” and he admits he didn’t intend to record it, let alone release it as a radio single. However he tells Evan Paul he got good advice from an unexpected place so he set aside an album filled with deeper lyrics. Plus, the “Drunk On a Plane” singer opens up about his dubious Grammy streak, his daughter’s music career and rumors that he’s joining Survivor on CBS. Then the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

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32:46

Lee Brice Can Cry If He Wants To

Taste of Country Nights, On Demand ·

2025/02/12

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

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