Coti Howell was born and raised a music lover, and growing up in Nashville only increased her love affair with country music. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga graduate cut her teeth in Journalism as a television reporter for the campus news station before working as an on-air reporter for Inside Music Row. She took some time off to travel and lived abroad in Bangkok before returning to the States to rejoin her one true love: Music Journalism. Howell worked as the entertainment reporter for AL.com in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and freelanced for Nashville publications before joining Taste of Country. In her spare time, she loves traveling the world, tweeting, shopping, spending time with friends and family and, of course, going to live shows!
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Beer Delivery Man Eric Church’s ‘Cold One’ Video Finds Him Commiserating With Buds
No one is better at helping you let off some steam than your buddies, and in his 'Cold One' video, Eric Church and company are in need of a good shoot-the-crap session.
Garth Brooks Breaks Ticketmaster
Garth Brooks' global comeback tour tickets are proving to be a very hot commodity -- more so than even Ticketmaster was prepared for.
Tim McGraw Settles Slapping Incident With Fan the ‘Old-Fashioned Way’
Tim McGraw received a swarm of media attention for an incident involving a fan who got a little too close at his Atlanta concert recently. Thankfully, the matter has since been settled -- outside of court.
Country Goes Rock During ‘CMA Fest: Country’s Night to Rock’ Broadcast
Country's hottest stars helped fans relive CMA Music Fest 2014 on Tuesday night (Aug. 5). Little Big Town hosted 'Country's Night to Rock' on ABC. They interviewed artists and showcased some of the festival's biggest performances.
Miranda Lambert Sign in Lindale Vandalized, Star’s Dad Speaks Out
In Lindale, Texas, there's a sign with Miranda Lambert's face on it welcoming folks to town. But recently, the sign was vandalized, giving Lambert an unwelcome new look.
Taylor Swift Sings Adele While Leukemia Patient Plays Piano [Watch]
Taylor Swift has been mum about her visit to the Boston Children's Hospital over the weekend, but her impact on patients there has been heard loud and clear. One young man undergoing a bone marrow transplant for leukemia got a very special treat from the superstar when she popped into his room, offering her vocals to a cover of Adele's 'Someone Like You' while he played along on piano.
Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley Return to Host 2014 CMA Awards
They must be doing something right, because Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are returning to host the CMA Awards ... for the seventh time!
Kacey Musgraves Goes Gold and Platinum, Celebrates With … a Gold Tooth?
If we know Kacey Musgraves at all, we know she knows how to celebrate, which she'll likely be doing after earning both Gold and Platinum certifications for her music.
Jake Owen Hosting Eighth Annual ACM Honors
The 8th annual ACM Honors are right around the corner, and one excited country star has been selected to host the event. Jake Owen will lead the evening of awards and music.
Johnny Cash’s Property Could Become Residential Medical Facility
The 30-year home of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash may soon become a residential medical facility.
Lucy Hale Releases ‘Lie a Little Better’ Video Set at the Opry
Lucy Hale just debuted the video for her second single, 'Lie a Little Better.' The clip takes place inside Nashville's Opry House.
Brad Paisley Releases ‘Moonshine in the Trunk’ Track Listing
After using Twitter to leak samples of his new album to fans (against his record label's wishes), Brad Paisley and his label are announcing the album's track listing and release date.