Taste of Country Nights, On Demand

Rascal Flatts frontman Gary LeVox is sure this time. The singer talks about the future of Rascal Flatts as he prepares for a celebrity golf event in support of Folds of Honor. Of course we had to ask who can really swing it and who is a bad golfer in country music. Then Chris Darlington joins Evan Paul. He was a police officer for nearly 20 years before giving country music a try. Of course he’s got stories, and a few really good songs like “What Do You Want.” This week’s throwback interview is Parker McCollum from 2022 and after that Billy Dukes joins with what’s hot in country music. Garth Brooks began his new tour this week and the reviews are in. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Bryan Andrews may not be the guy you think he is. Sure, he leads with his opinions on politics and society but this conversation with Evan Paul proves he’s a deep-thinker who is much more open minded than haters on social media would have you believe. The “Yeehaw” singer dropped his ‘Independence Day’ EP earlier this summer. Go check it out wherever you stream music. Then, Steven Wariner visits. He’s a 90s country star known for being among the genre’s greatest guitarists. This visit is focused on his 2D art and a very cool event he has coming in the Nashville area. Plus a throwback interview with Chris Janson and Dwayne the Rock Johnson that proves he’s real about making country music. And Billy Dukes joins to break down all this Band Perry drama. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

“Boston” singer Stella Lefty joins Evan Paul in studio to talk about her song “Boston” and the one lyric that’s proving to be controversial. The country newcomer shares who the song is about and why she titled it “Boston” — you’ll never guess. Then, (15:34)Wyatt Flores joins Evan to dish on his new ‘Scared of Heights’ album and a throwback interview with (26:54) Caroline Jones. Billy Dukes joins with the (49:03) latest in country music including 10 tours canceled in 2026 and this year’s most important albums. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Frank Ray returns to talk about his new ‘Good for the Soul’ EP which includes a song that Evan Paul thinks is a smash. Take a moment and go listen to “Third Row George Strait” and then come back - we won’t mind. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzMXzRhAjeQ Then (21:05) Lauren Alaina joins Evan to talk about mom-life and her unfulfilled promise to Kane Brown. The two have a new duet on her upcoming 'Stages' album called "Never Been In Love" and it's tremendous. That’s followed by a 2024 convo with (29:37) Brothers Osborne and the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. This week, (39:42) Billy and Evan break down the right way and the wrong way to cancel concerts. Shout out to Megan Moroney who did it right. Finally, could Luke Bryan or Carrie Underwood call it quits on American Idol? Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Brantley Gilbert joins Evan Paul to talk about his new ‘Sins of the Father’ album which includes a great Jelly Roll duet. He’s a Taste of Country favorite and you can tell he loves visiting with us just as much as we do him. Then it’s (12:45) Ashley Cooke and a throwback interview with (21:13) Randy Houser from 2022. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Joe Nichols knows he let Hank Williams Jr. down and it really bothers him. During this interview with Evan Paul of Taste of Country Nights, Joe tells about what made him so mad. Plus, how he ticked of Alan Jackson's tour manager, why his record label tried to shut down his biggest hit and the full story of his song new song "Say La Va." Then a throwback interview with Lainey Wilson from 2022. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Don’t dismiss Maddox Batson as country music’s Justin Bieber. This 16-year-old is dedicated to the genre and he proves it during this interview with Evan Paul. Plus, (15:49) Tyler Nance visits to talk about his new ‘Midwest Memoir’ album and a throwback interview with (29:45) Terri Clark. Billy Dukes also joins to (51:23) talk about the week in country, including why Garth Brooks trolls are winning the internet. Email staff@tasteofocuntry.com

Ty Myers joins Evan Paul to talk about country life and his new ‘Heavy On the Soul’ album. Then a throwback interview with (19:51) Dasha from 2022 and Billy Dukes joins to (37:50) break down concerts from Alan Jackson and Post Malone. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Chris Young returns to the podcast to talk about the deluxe version of ‘I Didn’t Come Here To Leave.’ It includes three new songs that signal where this super star is headed next. Plus (19:08) Graham Barham joins to talk about his new ‘Club Country’ album. He’s a fast-rising country star with a huge social following. This interview proves he’s more than just a viral hitmaker. Then (39:06) a throwback interview with Carly Pearce from April 2022 and (50:11) Billy Dukes joins to talk about Alan Jackson’s final show and Evan’s close encounter with Dolly Parton. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Clint Black joins Evan Paul to talk about his new memoir, ‘Killing Time: My Life and Music.’ The book recounts his early struggles and a bad management deal he signed that cost him. Plus, the country icon opens up about recent medical scares and touring at age 64. Then (29:31) Josh Ross joins us once again, plus (38;31) a throwback interview with Uncle Kracker. And (1:02:58) Billy Dukes is here to separate fact and fiction when it comes to Jelly Roll’s divorce. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Keith Urban joins Evan Paul to talk about ‘Flow State,’ his new album of yacht rock covers and originals. Inspiration for the project came from a very unexpected source: construction. It’s always a blessing when Keith visits and this conversation is just as fun as you’d expect. This week’s new artist interview is (8:02) Tyler Braden, who is preparing a European tour after dropping “My Americana” earlier in 2026. For a throwback we’re revisiting (19:27) Darius Rucker’s in studio visit from 2023. Billy Dukes (34:07) also joins to talk about the week in country music. Why are so many artists canceling tours for mental health reasons? Email staff@tasteofcountry.com. Also mentioned: Lainey Wilson, Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Bill Cody and more.

Bailey Zimmerman is big energy. He joins Evan Paul and spill details about the cars he’s building on his off days and tour gifts for his opening gifts. Then (9:25) Kelsey Hart and a throwback interview with (23:33) Megan Moroney from 2023. Billy Dukes (33:25) also joins to talk about a week in country music that featured a Florida Georgia Line reunion. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Kip Moore returns to talk about his new 'Reason To Believe' album. Once again he's wrote some of the most personal songs you can imagine. This interview also finds him reflecting on songwriter Brett James, who died in a plane crash last fall. The two were very close friends. Then (24:06) Alana Springsteen joins Evan Paul for the very first time to talk about her new 'I Hope This Helps' record. Her album is just as personal — if you've followed this talented singer and songwriter for years you'll be happy to know she's in a very good mental space. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com with questions. Thanks for following Taste of Country Nights, On Demand.

Luke Bryan got a chance to tell his side of his friendship with Jason Aldean. This is part two of back-to-back conversations Evan Paul had with the super stars in Georgia last month. Then, Riley Green updates fans on what's next for his music and admits he'd totally be in for an Ella Langley duets album. Both interviews were recorded before the ACM Awards on May 17. Billy Dukes also (14:22) joins for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.

Ty Herndon returns to talk about his new memoir, “What Mattered Most.’ He says it’s the first time he’s told the truth about so many dark days in his life, including his arrest in 1995. Talking to Evan Paul, Ty recalls what happened and how it changed his life for better and worse afterwards. You’ll gain a real appreciation for what this hitmaker has overcome throughout this interview. In the end, it’s a story of inspiration. Then (25:54) Larkin Poe visit for the first time. They’re sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell and they make music that’s caught the ear of blues and country fans nationwide, including Keith Urban. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Amy Grant visits for the first time to talk about her new album, ‘The Me That Remains.’ This is Amy’s first singer-songwriter album and (1:5) she takes some bold chances with songs like “How Do We Get There from here?” And “The 6th of January.” Was she nervous. Plus, Amy tells Evan Paul (13:30) what she thinks about country music and Christian music collaborations and who her favorite new artist is. We couldn’t let her go without a great Vince Gill question. (11:25) She delivered. Then, (15:24) Alex Miller joins to talk about his new ‘More Country Than You’ album, and the (31:27) Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com

Jason Aldean is our most frequent guest at Taste of Country and this conversation is an original. We wanted to talk to him about his friendship with Luke Bryan ahead of their show in Georgia together. Evan Paul gets him telling stories ahead of Luke's responses next week. Plus, a look at Jason's new 'Songs About Us' album, which dropped in April 2026 and then (13:45) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes. Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com

Corey Kent is on a winning streak. "This Heart" just became his newest radio hit and he's got another good one coming with "Wannabe." Plus, (21:17) Whey Jennings returns to the podcast. You probably recognize his last name but you'll quickly learn he's his own artist. Evan Paul enjoys deep conversations with both men during this week's podcast. Thanks for listening, sharing and giving us a rating or review! Email: staff@tasteofcountry.com

Aaron Watson just released ‘Horse Named Texas,’ his first album in three years. That’s forever in his world, so (0:30) what happened? Evan Paul got the real story at the start of a conversation that includes (3:30) honest confessions about his place in country music today and (18:25) what artists say when he takes them to school during his Tailgate Talks. Plus, Aaron is (12:00) absolutely right about modern country music “outlaws.” We talked quite a bit about his new album as well, including the song “Gone Fishin’” which you really just need to go listen to yourself. Billy Dukes (35:00) also joins for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountrymusic.com

Adam Sanders (14:00) reveals what he did with the $250,00 he won on ‘The Road.’ Life’s been pretty good for the singer and songwriter and it keeps getting better. On April 12, he’ll appear on another Taylor Sheridan show, ‘Marshals.’ Talking to Evan Paul, Adam (2:00) explains how the song “His To Mine” was inspired by late 90s country. Plus, (6:00) he shares the real story of a hit song he wrote with Cole Swindell. We had no idea “Ain’t Worth the Whiskey” was a revenge song written for revenge! Also mentioned during this podcast: Taylor Sheridan, Brooks & Dunn, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Montgomery Gentry, Luke Grimes and more. Billy Dukes also (15:56) joins Evan for the Night Cap. Email staff@tasteofcountry.com.