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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Justin Moore and Wife Busy Picking Possible Baby Names
News broke last month that Justin Moore and his wife, Kate, are expecting baby number three! Now, the happy family is busy going over possible names for the baby on the way.
Blake Shelton and Shakira Hit the Studio to Cook Something Up
The lines of music genres are blurring, as artists from different worlds are starting to team up more and more frequently. Colombian beauty Shakira recently let her Twitter followers know she was busy in the studio -- with Blake Shelton!
Kellie Pickler and Husband Send Love to the Troops for Valentine’s Day
Kellie Pickler is celebrating her Valentine's Day with her husband, songwriter Kyle Jacobs, but not everyone is that lucky.
Stacey Cook of U.S. Ski Team Sings the Band Perry, Gets Their Support [Watch]
The Band Perry's 'Better Dig Two' has made it to the Olympics, but it's not what you think!
Brantley Gilbert Gets a New Puppy
It can get lonely on the road, but man's best friend can be a great traveling companion!
Tim McGraw Debuts ‘Lookin’ for That Girl’ During Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Special
Tim McGraw chose the perfect place for a live premiere of his brand new single, 'Lookin' for That Girl.' During the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Special on Monday night (Feb. 3), Heidi Klum took a few minutes to brag on the singer before he took the stage.
Kix Brooks Stays Humble With Acting Debut at ‘Ambush at Dark Canyon’ Premiere
Kix Brooks spent Wednesday night (Jan. 29) doing something he's been waiting a long time to do. He made his acting debut with the premiere of 'Ambush at Dark Canyon' at the Country Music Hall of Fame's theater in Nashville.
Billy Ray Cyrus Thinks Some Tennessee R&R Would Be Good for Justin Bieber
Following his brush with the law, it seems everyone has some advice for pop star Justin Bieber. Country's own Billy Ray Cyrus thinks he could offer the 19-year-old some tips to help shape him up. After all, he's dealt with a daughter who also grew up in the spotlight.
Miranda Lambert, Green Day Lead Singer Teaming for Phil Everly Tribute at 2014 Grammys
The Grammys are known for out-there musical match-ups, but who could have seen this coming? Miranda Lambert will join Billie Joe Armstrong, the lead singer of Green Day, on stage for a tribute to Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers at the 2014 awards on Sunday.
The Band Perry Set to Kick Off Super Bowl 2014 With Pregame Performance
The Super Bowl will get a little sibling love from country's own the Band Perry in 2014. The brother-sister trio is lighting up not one, but two stages prior to Super Bowl XLVIII.
Luke Bryan Set to Steal the Show at Daytona 500
Luke Bryan has been selected to kick off the Great American Race at the Daytona International Speedway in 2014. The ACM Entertainer of the Year will perform during the Daytona 500 Budweiser Pre-Race Show on Feb. 23.
Wayne Mills Autopsy Details Released
The autopsy report for Wayne Mills of Wayne Mills Band have been released following the singer's Nov. 23 death. He was shot after having an altercation with a Nashville bar owner. Pit and Barrel's Chris Ferrell allegedly shot the singer and is citing self-defense.