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!
Coti Howell
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!
Hey Taylor Swift, What Does ’18’ Mean? Superstar Begins Teasing New Music
Red alert! It's that time again, when Taylor Swift is hard at work on a new album, and we all know she's been in the studio, but we still act confused and speculate the day away when she begins teasing us via social media ...
Brad Paisley Dedicates ‘Me and Jesus’ to Doctor Infected With Ebola Virus
Brad Paisley says he was "moved" by the Christian doctor who is infected with the Ebola virus and selflessly gave the serum to his friend rather than taking it himself. In fact, the superstar singer was so impressed, he's dedicated a track from his new album to the man.
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.
Brad Paisley Calls on Colt Ford for ‘River Bank Rip Rap’ [Listen]
The remixes just keep coming! Brad Paisley is the latest hitmaker to blend one of his popular singles, this time with the help of Colt Ford.
Maddie and Tae Don’t Think of ‘Girl in a Country Song’ as Risky
Maddie and Tae met through a vocal coach and the rest is making history. The teen duo instantly connected and were ready to team up for the sake of music. They never expected the reaction their debut single has gotten, including airplay before it was officially released.
Garth Brooks Breaks His Own Ticket Sales Record
After adding several extra Chicago dates, Garth Brooks has broken his own record for tickets sold!
Tim McGraw Fan Hires Lawyer
Tim McGraw may be facing legal troubles after he swatted a woman who reached out and ripped his jeans during a show in Atlanta.