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 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!
Jason Aldean Raises Over $660K for Breast Cancer Research
Jason Aldean celebrated the release of his new 'Old Boots, New Dirt' album by giving back. The star's annual Concert for the Cure brought in huge numbers for Susan G. Komen and breast cancer research -- to the tune of $660,909!
Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood Reminisce Over CMA Awards Past in Adorable Commercial [Watch]
With the 2014 CMA Awards just around the corner, six-time hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are feeling nostalgic.
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.
Jerrod Niemann Marries in Puerto Rico
Jerrod Niemann is a married man! The 'Buzz Back Girl' singer wed Morgan Petek in beautiful San Juan, Puerto Rico on Sunday (Oct. 12).
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!
Bucky Covington and Fiancee Welcome Baby Girl
It's a girl for Bucky Covington! The 'American Idol' star and fiancee Katherine Cook welcomed their bundle of joy on Friday (Oct. 10).
Zac Brown Says It Was an ‘Absolute Honor’ to Record With the Doobie Brothers on ‘Black Water’
The Doobie Brothers country collaboration album, 'Southband,' features a lot of big name country artists. The Zac Brown Band collaborated with the group on their song, 'Black Water,' and it was a dream come true for Zac Brown.
Keith Urban Insists He and Nicole Kidman Are Just Regular Folks
They may both be worldwide superstars, but Keith Urban insists that he and his wife Nicole Kidman are just two regular people who enjoy weekend movie dates just like the rest of us.
Thomas Rhett Celebrates ‘Get Me Some of That’ Going No. 1
Thomas Rhett has a lot to be thankful for lately. Not only is the 24-year-old singer-songwriter celebrating yet another No. 1 hit with 'Get Me Some of That,' he's just returned from a trip to Italy!
Blake Shelton Is as Crazy as He Seems, the Band Perry Confirm
Now that the Band Perry have been on the road with funny man Blake Shelton, they've discovered just how wild and crazy he really is.