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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Lee Brice Debuts ‘Drinking Class’ on ‘Late Show With David Letterman’ [Watch]
Lee Brice's 'I Don't Dance' album hits on Sept. 9, and the singer is amping up excitement with a brand new single. Brice stopped by 'The Late Show With David Letterman' to debut 'Drinking Class' on Tuesday (Sept. 2).
Colt Ford Always Knew He Wanted to Be in Music, But Not Necessarily Country
Growing up, Colt Ford played several sports, but despite a love for 'the game,' music eventually found him, he says. The singer stopped by Taste of Country to chat about music, his childhood and his 'Thanks for Listening' album, which hit in July.
Kenny Chesney Surprises Athens, Georgia With Popup Show
Kenny Chesney made a lot of University of Georgia students very happy when he played a surprise popup show in Athens over the weekend.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Sadie Robertson Joins ‘Dancing With the Stars’ for Season 19
Enter: a dancing Duck! Sadie Robertson, best known as a member of the 'Duck Dynasty' family, is apparently joining the upcoming season of 'Dancing With the Stars.'
George Strait and Garth Brooks: America’s Favorite Country Musicians
An annual poll has confirmed what many people already knew: King George Strait and Garth Brooks are America's favorite country stars.
Dolly Parton Calls Her ALS Ice Bucket Challenge a ‘Wet T-Shirt Contest’ [Watch]
No one thought she would do it, but the always glamorous Dolly Parton has completed the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge ... in a way only she could.
Don’t Panic: Sugarland Not Broken Up, But Don’t Expect Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush to Tour Together
Sugarland continue to fight off rumors of a breakup, as they have been since announcing their solo ventures. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush maintain they're not broken up as a duo, but when asked about a future tour together, they had very different answers.
Cute Kids Singing Country Songs – Kenny Chesney, ‘Old Blue Chair’
Kenny Chesney's 'Old Blue Chair' is a beach-themed nostalgic tune from his 2005 album, 'Be as You Are.' In this adorable father-daughter rendition, a little girl sings alongside her father on the guitar. They bring back the beach theme through their ocean-blue color scheme -- the little girl wears a blue halter top, while her dad sports a blue T-shirt, and they're sitting on a blue couch. The best part, however, has to be the little girl's obvious emotion in every line. They're also careful to make the song more kid-friendly, singing "too much studying all night."
Scotty McCreery Takes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge ‘In a Very Big Way’ [Watch]
Scotty McCreery has accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge "in a big way." He didn't just take an ice bucket challenge, he took the "F-150 edition," as he calls it.
Luke Bryan Sells Out Four Shows, Sets Venue Records in Ohio
When Luke Bryan shows up for a concert (or four), he shows up in a big way. The superstar sold out a whopping four shows in Ohio over the weekend, setting records at two different venues!
Vince Gill Admits to ‘Heavy Shrinkage’ Following Ice Bucket Challenge [Watch]
Vince Gill is yet another country great to commit to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, going under the pour after being "harassed" by a few people to take the dare.
Garth Brooks Set to Receive ASCAP Centennial Award
In the midst of a slew of comeback tour date announcements, new music and more, Garth Brooks is set to receive one big honor. The singer will be one a recipients at the ASCAP Centennial Awards, which will be held on Nov. 17.