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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Brad Paisley to Join Kesha, Ludacris on ABC’s ‘Rising Star’
It's officially official! Brad Paisley has been added to the panel for ABC's summer reality show, 'Rising Star.' He's holding it down for country music but will be joined by two other talented artists.
Tim McGraw to Fighting Fans: ‘Don’t Be an Idiot’ [Video]
Tim McGraw is the latest country star to break up a mid-concert fight. During a Sundown Heaven Town Tour stop in Wheatland, Calif. he had a few choice words for some unruly fans.
Dierks Bentley’s ‘Drunk on a Plane’ Video Violates Numerous FAA Rules
Dierks Bentley is taking his fans on a crazy airplane ride that resembles spring break in his new video for 'Drunk on a Plane.' The hilarious music video was a joint effort between the country singer, Will Ferrel and Adam McKay of Funny or Die.
Dierks Bentley to Play Bonnaroo 2014
Bonnaroo is getting a little country this year! The eclectic 2014 Bonnaroo lineup now includes Dierks Bentley as part of the music festival's Bluegrasss Situation SuperJam.
The Cadillac Three Prove ‘It’s All About The South’ in New Video [Watch]
The Cadillac Three know one thing for sure, it really is 'all about the south,' and they showcase that in their video for their rockin' country single 'The South.'
Long-Time Johnny Cash Home Sells for $2 Million
The house that Johnny Cash and June Carter called their home for over 40 years has now been sold. It was sold by Barry Gibb, from the classic rock group the Bee Gees, and his wife Linda.
Kelleigh Bannen Makes Cheating Boyfriend ‘Famous’ in New Video
Kelleigh Bannen's upbeat, catchy new single 'Famous' isn't as sweet as it sounds. The revenge anthem sees the singer trying to make her cheating, lying boyfriend "famous" for his evil ways, which she successfully does in the video.
George Strait Adds Another Texas Show to His Cowboy Rides Away Tour
George Strait's farewell tour is proving to be one for the records books -- from special guests to sell-out shows it's not one to be missed.
Dierks Bentley Cheers on Wife at Boston Marathon
Dierks Bentley proved that not only is he a talented singer and guitar player -- but he's also a very supportive husband. His wife Cassidy ran this year's Boston Marathon, and he was there to cheer her on.
Carrie Underwood Makes Billboard Milestone Award Top 3
Carrie Underwood is holding it down for country music. After three weeks of fan-voting, she is the only country star remaining on the 2014 Billboard Milestone Award ballot.