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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Florida Georgia Line Break Taylor Swift’s Most-Added Song Record
Florida Georgia Line have a lot to be excited about lately ... like the fact that despite having just been released, their new single 'Dirt' is already breaking records!
Willie Nelson Eats Ice Cream, Thanks Fans for No. 1 Album
Willie Nelson knows how to celebrate in the most delicious way. The iconic country singer celebrated his new album topping the charts with ice cream and a little thank you message to fans.
‘Older Ladies’ Viral Video Is a Hilarious Take on Country Style [Watch]
You may not know the name Donnalou Stevens yet, but you will. The comedic singer (with a positive message) is not afraid of being an older woman following her dream of being a silly singer -- and her latest video has gone viral.
George Strait’s Final Show Breaks a Ticket Sale Record
George Strait may have already made his last stop on the Cowboy Rides Away Tour, but the record breaking hasn't stopped. Strait's final concert in Arlington, Texas broke not just attendance records -- the singer has also topped an even bigger ticket sales record!
Brad Paisley Honors Firefighters With Song in New Disney Film ‘Planes: Fire and Rescue’
Brad Paisley is paying tribute to our firefighters in the most fun way imaginable! He's writing -- and recording -- an original song called 'All In' for the upcoming Disney film 'Planes: Fire and Rescue.'
Ed Sheeran Reveals a Few Details About Taylor Swift’s Next Album
Ed Sheeran recently opened up about what fans can expect from Taylor Swift's new music -- and what they shouldn't expect.
Miranda Lambert Reads Blake Shelton’s Best Tweets
Miranda Lambert has to have a good sense of humor. After all, she's married to funny man Blake Shelton. She sat down and proved just that when she read some of Shelton's funniest tweets.
‘Oklahoma Stuffer’ Amongst Rejected Blake Shelton Pizza Names
Blake Shelton was recently named the new face of Pizza Hut and now he's trying to chip in and give them even more assistance! In a new video, Shelton sits down with Chef Wally and generates what he thinks would be perfect names for their new bbq pizzas.
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.
Jamie Lynn Spears Says Release of New ‘The Journey’ EP is ‘Nerve-Wracking’
Jamie Lynn Spears is releasing a new EP titled 'The Journey' on May 27 and the singer describes it as an open look at her life. It took her six years to finish writing the songs for her five-song EP -- and roughly 100 others -- and she's a little nervous about letting it all show.
Taylor Swift Sets Chinese Record
Taylor Swift isn't just a megastar here in the States, she's a sensation all across the world and she proved it when she broke a Chinese record.
Kacey Musgraves to Join Katy Perry for ‘CMT Crossroads’
The newest episode of 'CMT Crossroads' has been announced and will include two very prominent women in the music business. Country songstress Kacey Musgraves will join pop powerhouse Katy Perry on stage later this month for the show.