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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Eric Church Embarking on a Second Leg of the Outsiders World Tour in 2015
His Outsiders World Tour has been exceptionally successful, so Eric Church is adding a second leg. The run includes stops in Nashville, Las Vegas, San Jose and many more cities.
Trisha Yearwood Reveals ‘PrizeFighter: Hit After Hit’ Album Cover, Track Listing
Trisha Yearwood has dished up a few samples of her forthcoming 'PrizeFighter: Hit After Hit' album, including the cover and track listing.
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Give Kelly Clarkson’s Baby Girl the Best Gift Ever
Kelly Clarkson's baby girl, River Rose, is sure is lucky. Not only does she have an expansive 'family' in country music's biggest stars, but "Aunt" Miranda Lambert and "Uncle" Blake Shelton have gifted her with her first guitar!
Zac Brown Rocks Out With Foo Fighters on ‘Letterman’ [Watch]
Zac Brown's friendship with the Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl continues to blossom, as the country singer joined the rock group for a classic performance of Black Sabbath's 'War Pigs' on Monday night (Oct. 13).
Luke Bryan Snags Huge Nod Among 2014 American Music Awards Nominees
The list of 2014 American Music Awards nominees indicates that things are changing in a big way. Country music is absolutely taking over, as Luke Bryan has been nominated for a huge multi-genre award!
Garth Brooks Breaks His Own Single-City Ticket Sales Record in Minneapolis
Those who doubted the success of Garth Brooks' grand re-entrance into country music are kicking themselves as they learn the news that the legend has set another record.
Nicole Kidman Wants to Have More Children With Keith Urban
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman already have two little girls, but the actress admits she'd love to have more.
Vince Gill, the Nashville Predators’ Newest Commentator
Having a big name has its perks for hockey fan Vince Gill, who has been appointed to the Nashville Predators Foundation's board of directors! That means he'll be serving as one of the team's voices during certain games.
Jason Aldean Proves He’s ‘Just Gettin’ Started’ on ‘The Tonight Show’ [Watch]
Jason Aldean is already burning up the charts with his new album, 'Old Dirt, New Boots,' and he stopped by 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' to heat up the stage with 'Just Gettin' Started' on the day of its release (Oct. 7).
Brantley Gilbert Weds Alabama Couple During Mobile’s BayFest
Brantley Gilbert will do anything in the name of love! The star took some precious time during a stop at Mobile, Alabama's BayFest music festival on Oct. 5 to marry one very lucky couple, creating a once-in-a-lifetime memory.