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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Mom-to-Be Carrie Underwood Reveals Most Inspirational People in Her Life
When it comes to music, artists can find inspiration from a long list of talented acts that came before them. But when it comes to parenting? That list is shorter -- and there's just two people who inspire Carrie Underwood most.
Miranda Lambert Stuns During ‘Fashion Rocks’ Event
Miranda Lambert donned not one, but two spectacular outfits for an appearance at the 'Fashion Rocks' event Tuesday night (Sept. 9). The 'Mama's Broken Heart' singer went from red carpet sexy to performance sassy in dazzling black and red ensembles.
Blake Shelton Poses as Pizza Hut Worker ‘Stephen,’ Sells Pizzas Undercover [Watch]
Blake Shelton took pizza lovers by surprise when he showed up at a California Pizza Hut to sell a few pies. The funny singer posed as a worker named Stephen, going undercover, but how can a six-foot-tall (and lots of change) celebrity really blend in?
Carrie Underwood Shows Off Adorable Baby Bump at Ravinia Festival
Less than a week after announcing her pregnancy, Carrie Underwood stepped out to perform at Ravinia Festival with her baby bump in full view.
Did Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton Turn Down a Million-Dollar Vegas Show?
Bzzz ... There goes that rumor mill again! Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton have been the talk of the town in recent months ... Las Vegas, that is. Word on the street is that the two country superstars were asked to do a million-dollar show in Sin City, but turned it down.
Taylor Swift Leaves Heartfelt Message for Bullied Fan
Taylor Swift has a big heart, something she continually proves in messages left for her loyal fans on social media. This time, the superstar has written an incredibly sweet note to a fan on Instagram who admits she's a victim of bullying.
Taylor Swift Really, Really, Really Loves Her Cats – Here’s Video Proof!
Taylor Swift doesn't keep her love for cats a secret -- especially her cats! The starlet uses social media, live TV shows and interviews to profess her love for her furry feline friends, Meredith and Olivia Benson, as is evident in this fun compilation video.
‘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.'
Miranda Lambert Goes Even Shorter With New Haircut
Miranda Lambert has always had long, gorgeous blonde hair -- until recently. After debuting a short, chicer style, the superstar has gone even shorter!
Faith Hill Enlists Tim McGraw to Help With Ice Bucket Challenge [Watch]
After being challenged by Reba McEntire and a close friend, it was time for Faith Hill to step up and complete her ice bucket challenge for ALS. Hill enlisted her hubby, Tim McGraw, to do the honors.
Little Boy Born Without Cerebellum Sings With Lady Antebellum [Watch]
Lady Antebellum made a dream come true for a 6-year-old boy who was born without a cerebellum.
Carrie Underwood Booked as Super Bowl 2015 Halftime Performer?
Every year, fans anxiously await the announcement of the Super Bowl halftime performer ... could that person be country superstar Carrie Underwood in 2015?