Secret History of Country Music

Taste of Country

It's not history, it's the secret history of country music's biggest stars, best songs and most notorious outlaws. Host Adison Haager and Taste of Country's Billy Dukes explore the stories behind country music's biggest mysteries and hottest trends.

  1. 07/20/2023

    What Ever Happened to Ricky Van Shelton?

    Ricky Van Shelton, where are you? This week, Billy Dukes looks at (1:53) Ricky Van Shelton’s Dear John letter but then stretches back to explore (3:34) who he really was. What’s your favorite Ricky Van Shelton song? A few years after his last hit, fans would learn of his (5:30) infidelity and (6:33) how he literally battled the devil. We’re not kidding. Finally, (8:05) where is Ricky Van Shelton today. Then the Q&A with TOC’s Adison Haager. Thanks for following and please leave a rating and review.

  2. 07/13/2023

    John Denver Didn't Have To Die — Secret History of a Tragic Plane Crash

    John Denver didn't just make 1 mistake that led to his death in 1997. He made two or three that compounded quickly. Each one was so simple, yet so stubborn. During this episode of Secret History of Country Music, host Billy Dukes (2:35) looks at John Denver's legacy before turning to his death and (3:25) how it was covered at the time. Was alcohol a factor? (6:30) The final investigation was definitive. Then, (8:35) Adison Haager joins for a deeper Q&A.

  3. 06/29/2023

    Is Chris Stapleton Country Music Hall of Fame Worthy Already?

    Chris Stapleton’s might have to wait another 12 years to be eligible for the Country Music Hall of Fame. Or he might be eligible in 2023. Billy Dukes (2:10) explores how influential Stapleton was for 12 years before anyone knew his name. (3:12) If an artist needed a change or something big, they called on him and they called often. Then, Adison Haager joins to (6:30) help explain Stapleton’s magic, (11:00) turning point and (12:46) the complex case of his future Hall of Fame candidacy. Also discussed in this episode: Thomas Rhett, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Scotty McCreery, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Josh Turner, Darryl Worley, Miranda Lambert, Taylor Swift and more. This podcast is also available on YouTube https://youtu.be/1ZlTru_Qk3g

  4. 06/22/2023

    George Jones' Final Concert + the Letter He Left Behind

    Very few people knew George Jones didn't have long to live. But he did. This episode of the Secret History of Country Music explores the "White Lightning" singers last show on April 6, 2013 in Knoxville, with (4:40) audio drops from George Strait and Alan Jackson and from the show itself! Then, some of the (5:14) tributes and a revisit of his Nashville memorial and tribute show. (7:15) Billy Dukes and Adison Haager will explore the events a bit further during a moderated Q&A that you can weigh in on at staff@tasteofcountry.com.

  5. Season 2 Trailer

    Season 2: Secret History of Country Music Returns

    Introducing the Secret History of Country Music Podcast. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes discuss the stories behind country music's most interesting people, memorable songs and unforgettable moments.

  6. 10/25/2021

    Introducing: Taste of Country Nights On Demand — Reba McEntire

    We think Secret History fans will love our new artist interview podcast, Taste of Country Nights, On Demand. Search and follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

  7. 07/16/2021 ·  Bonus

    Introducing: Radio Texas Live Legends

    Secret History of Country Music

  8. 07/12/2021

    Willie Nelson's Darkest Days

    You don't get to be a great teller of sad stories without living a few and Willie Nelson has certainly lived a few. In 1991, his oldest son Billy died, something Nelson understandably considers to be the hardest moment of his life. This episode of the Secret History of Country Music Podcast finds Adison Haager and Billy Dukes exploring the life and death of William Hugh Nelson Jr., and a dark time in Willie Nelson's life. For a full list of sources, visit:

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It's not history, it's the secret history of country music's biggest stars, best songs and most notorious outlaws. Host Adison Haager and Taste of Country's Billy Dukes explore the stories behind country music's biggest mysteries and hottest trends.

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