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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Jason Aldean Calls CMA Awards Snub ‘Frustrating’ and ‘Disappointing’
The 2014 CMA Awards nominees were recently announced, but one big name was missing from the list. Despite having a huge touring year in this year alone, Jason Aldean's name was nowhere to be found.
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood Hang With Lady Gaga in Chicago
Garth Brooks has quite the fanbase -- celebrities will no doubt be flocking to his comeback tour shows, and worldwide superstar Lady Gaga is no exception.
Holly Bobo’s Remains Found in Decatur County, Tenn.
During a press conference on Monday night (Sept. 8), the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed that remains found in Decatur County, Tenn. were those of Holly Bobo, the cousin of country singer Whitney Duncan.
Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood Welcomes Baby Boy
Lady Antebellum's collective family just grew by 10 tiny fingers and 10 tiny toes. The trio's Dave Haywood welcomed his first child with wife Kelli Cashiola Haywood on Sunday (Sept. 7).
Carrie Underwood Shows Off Adorable Baby Bump at Ravinia Festival
Less than a week after announcing her pregnancy, Carrie Underwood stepped out to perform at Ravinia Festival with her baby bump in full view.
Hunter Hayes Performs ‘Tattoo’ on Jimmy Kimmel’s Outdoor Stage [Watch]
Hunter Hayes is gearing up for his big Tattoo (Your Name) Tour, and he prepared in a big L.A. way!
Luke Bryan Brings Kid Onstage, Gives Him a Lesson in Butt-Shakin’ [Watch]
Luke Bryan is known for shaking it, but usually, he goes at it alone. However, on a recent tour stop in Chicago, the superstar decided to share the wealth, bringing a young fan onstage to teach him some of his most famous moves.
Colt Ford Delivers ‘Drivin’ Around Song’ Acoustic [Watch]
Colt Ford stopped by the Taste of Country studio recently to perform his 'Drivin' Around Song.' The notoriously unique singer delivered the country rap song with just a few acoustic instruments, and we have the whole performance on video for you to enjoy.
Lee Brice Debuts ‘Drinking Class’ on ‘Late Show With David Letterman’ [Watch]
Lee Brice's 'I Don't Dance' album hits on Sept. 9, and the singer is amping up excitement with a brand new single. Brice stopped by 'The Late Show With David Letterman' to debut 'Drinking Class' on Tuesday (Sept. 2).
Garth Brooks Announces First Florida Tour Dates in 17 Years
Garth Brooks is heading to the Sunshine State! After a long 17-year absence, the legend adds Florida to his 2014 world tour dates.
Kenny Chesney Surprises Athens, Ga., With Popup Show
Kenny Chesney made a lot of University of Georgia students very happy when he played a surprise popup show in Athens over the weekend.