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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Keith Urban Shares His Most Embarrassing Moment on Stage
Keith Urban doesn't always get it right. He has come a long way since he released his self-titled debut album in 1999 and he's not afraid to admit he has made a few mistakes along the way. He admits his worst ever idea involved candles and a dark stage.
Scotty McCreery Sends ‘Warning’ to Would-Be Bus Robbers [Video]
Scotty McCreery and his tourmates are definitely prepared in case they encounter troublemakers. The singer posted a photo to Twitter showing guns of every size and style, laid out in front of his tour bus.
‘GARTH-FM’ Shut Down By Singer’s Legal Team
Garth Brooks many not have been happy with a radio station that pulled a stunt using his name and likeness. Over Memorial Day weekend, WRKA in Louisville, Ky. started calling themselves GARTH-FM and played all Brooks all the time, until they were told to stop by the hitmaker's legal team.
Kacey Musgraves, Katy Perry Talk Tour, ‘CMT Crossroads’ and Seeing Each Other Naked
Despite singing drastically different music, future tourmates Katy Perry and Kacey Musgraves are becoming fast friends. They have a lot of respect for each other and seem to have a lot in common. The two genuinely enjoy each other's music and songwriting as well.
Trace Adkins Ready to Resume Touring
Trace Adkins is ready to resume touring again! The country singer took a break from the road earlier this year following the loss of his dad, a stint in rehab and a divorce announcement. On June 5, he'll emerge from his hiatus with a show in Sayreville, N.J.
Brad Paisley Recounts Top Secret Trip to Afghanistan
Brad Paisley was asked to go on a very special secret mission to Afghanistan before Memorial Day. He hopped on Air Force One with the President and was ready to play and thank the troops before the holiday, but to make it happen Paisley had to change his schedule and take a pay cut -- not that he was complaining.
Little Big Town Compare Upcoming Single ‘Day Drinking’ to a ‘Summer Day’
Little Big Town are starting their summers off right -- with a little 'Day Drinking.' The group are releasing their upcoming single on on June 3 and they compare its vibe to enjoying a few nice cold drinks on a hot summer day.
Billy Currington Announces He’s Working on New Album
Billy Currington is keeping himself busy these days. The 'Hey Girl' singer revealed to his 475,000 Twitter followers that he's in the studio working on his sixth album.
Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley Shows Off New Ink
Even big country music stars make mistakes. Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley made a big one that could have been permanent when he got what he considers to be the "worlds worst tattoo."
Remember Which Country Superstar Was Rejected by ‘American Idol,’ Twice?
'American Idol' doesn't always get it right. There are a few very successful, and talented, artists who have gotten the boot before even really getting a chance at the singing competition.
Maxim’s Hot 100 Includes Carrie Underwood, Kacey Musgraves + More
Maxim's Hot 100 is out and country fans will be pleased! Some of the sexiest country stars showed up for this years including Carrie Underwood and Kacey Musgraves just to name a couple.
Lee Ann Womack Announces New Album Details
Lee Ann Womack fans are going to be pleased to know the singer has announced the release of her next album, her first release in nearly seven years.