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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It’s a Girl for Rascal Flatts’ Joe Don Rooney and Wife Tiffany Fallon
Joe Don Rooney of Rascal Flatts welcomed a new addition to his family with wife Tiffany Fallon in Nashville on Monday (Sept. 29). This is the third child for the happy couple.
‘The Voice’ Hopeful Tanner Linford Covers ‘When You Say Nothing at All’ [Watch]
Teenager Tanner Linford is no stranger to auditioning for 'The Voice.' But it wasn't until his second attempt, however, that he got Blake Shelton to turn his chair around (just in the nick of time, too!).
Opry Star Jim Ed Brown Diagnosed With Lung Cancer
Opry star and music veteran of more than 60 years Jim Ed Brown has been diagnosed with lung cancer. The singer will take a few months away from his job as a musician while he receives treatment.
Blake Shelton Attempting to Use Different Accents Will Make Your Day [Watch]
Blake Shelton's accent is just one of the very distinguishable things about the Oklahoma native, but wouldn't it be funny if he were English? Or Spanish?
Lady Antebellum and More Join Growing List of 2014 CMA Awards Performers
The 2014 CMA Awards just got a whole lot hotter with the announcement of three of country music's hottest bands.
Carrie Underwood Keeps Her Arms Toned Even While Pregnant
Carrie Underwood may be known for her incredible legs, but the singer also has killer arms. Even while pregnant, she's working hard to keep her physique looking its best.
Ordained Minister Brantley Gilbert to Wed Fans During Music Festival
Brantley Gilbert is a talented songwriter and performer, the leader of BG Nation and an expert at a 'Small Town Throwdown,' but he's also an ordained minister! The 'Bottoms Up' singer is making a couple of fans' dreams come true when he helps them say "I do" next month.
Tim McGraw Does the Big Apple for Huge Album Debut [Exclusive Pictures]
Tim McGraw has been a very busy man this month in launching his new album, 'Sundown Heaven Town.' He's not just taking over Taste of Country, but to celebrate the release, he also took over the Big Apple! It doesn't get bigger than that.
Miranda Lambert Rocks a Bikini, Shows Off Fabulous Beach Bod in Hawaii
While on tour stop in Hawaii, a hardworking Miranda Lambert thankfully got a little time for some R&R. The singer hit the beach and showed off her bangin' beach bod.
Jason Aldean Stops by ‘Jimmy Kimmel,’ Brings Pyro and Two New Tracks [Watch]
Jason Aldean stopped by 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Monday night (Sept. 22) to perform two tracks from his forthcoming album. He pulled out all the stops for his hot performances, including a few pyrotechnics!
Garth Brooks Surprises Trisha Yearwood for Her Birthday [Watch]
Trisha Yearwood won't be forgetting this birthday anytime soon. While out on Garth Brooks' World Tour, her husband and a crowd of 16,000 sang her 'Happy Birthday,' in addition to a few surprises.
Kenny Chesney Brings ‘American Kids’ and ‘Somewhere With You’ to ‘Today’ [Watch]
Kenny Chesney kicked off his Tuesday morning (Sept. 23) with a bang, introducing his new album with a performance on the 'Today Show.' The superstar brought along an old fan-favorite in addition to his hit single 'American Kids,' the lead-off release from 'The Big Revival.'