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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Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan Will Fill AT&T Stadium With Their Egos at ACM Awards
Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan are gearing up for another year hosting the Academy of Country Music Awards together, and although the venue is changing, you can expect that their friendship will pay off in the form of hilarious jokes for those of us watching.
Sam Hunt Brings ‘Take Your Time’ to TV With Soulful Performance on ‘Ellen’ [Watch]
Before his tour kicks off this week, Sam Hunt had a little dress rehearsal, singing his new single 'Take Your Time' on 'Ellen.' The always-encouraging hostess even bragged about the country newcomer's accomplishments before he took the stage.
Chase Rice the Romantic: Singer Shows Sweet Side in ‘Gonna Wanna Tonight’ Video
Chase Rice's 'Gonna Wannna Tonight' video shows a different side of the singer: a sweet, sensitive side.
Blake Shelton and Jimmy Fallon Take the Whisper Challenge [Watch]
Blake Shelton stopped by 'The Tonight Show' with host Jimmy Fallon and, as always, it was hilarious.
No, Jason Aldean Isn’t Married Yet … But Soon
Jason Aldean has always been the subject of much chatter, and lately, the buzz has been all about his impending wedding to fiancee Brittany Kerr. Despite rumors, the two lovebirds have not said "I do" yet, but it seems they will very soon!
Thomas Rhett Covers Bruno Mars’ ‘When I Was Your Man’ [Watch]
For the first-ever American Country Countdown Awards, New Artist nominees vied for fan votes on social media.
Kelly Clarkson Opens Up About ‘Horrible’ Pregnancy Which Included Hospitalization
Kelly Clarkson is now the mother of adorable River Rose, but getting her here was anything but easy.
Lady Antebellum Sing National Anthem at College Football Playoff Championship [Watch]
Lady Antebellum spent their Monday night (Jan. 12) at the first-ever College Football Playoff Championship. The trio kicked off the game by singing a beautiful rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner.'
Garth Brooks Tests His Country Music Knowledge on ‘Today’ [Watch]
Garth Brooks didn't just get his latest Platinum album while on 'Today' Thursday (Jan. 8), he also had a little fun. He tested his country music IQ against Hoda Kotb, and you'd be surprised what happened.
The Band Perry Present Hunter Hayes With People’s Choice Award for Favorite Male Artist
The Band Perry were one of a handful of country acts in attendance at the 2015 Annual People's Choice Awards on Wednesday night (Jan. 7). The sibling trio took the stage not for a performance, but to present the award for Favorite Male Country Artist to Hunter Hayes!
Tim McGraw Is Happy Keith Urban Is Representing Country Music on ‘Idol’
'American Idol' kicks off a new season Wednesday, with Keith Urban once again representing country music in a judge's chair. Tim McGraw considers Urban a friend, and insists his buddy is a great representation of the genre.
Kelly Clarkson Confirms New Album Is Pop, But Not Just Pop
New mom Kelly Clarkson's break from music seems to be coming to an end. The songstress used Twitter to reveal a few secrets about her forthcoming album to her fans.
The Band Perry Working With ‘Little Red Wagon’ Writer Audra Mae for New Album
Happy new year indeed to fans of the Band Perry! The trio are hard at work on their new album and they're opening up about its "rambunctious" sound and who they're writing with on the new tunes.
Taylor Swift Surprises Fans With Holiday Gifts, Makes Them All Cry [Watch]
Taylor Swift took the giving spirit to a whole new level this year. The 'Shake It Off' singer shipped fans huge boxes full of holiday gifts -- each picked especially for them. Their reactions are priceless and may even bring a tear to your eye.