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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Randy Travis Announces Release Date for ‘Influence Vol. 2: The Man I Am’
Randy Travis is gearing up to release a new 13-track album, 'Influence Vol. 2: The Man I Am,' this August.
Jason Aldean and Kenny Chesney Grab Drinks Together, Country Music Explodes
Apparently, Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean are pretty good buds -- enough so that they enjoy a few drinks together every now and then when both happen to be home.
Jason Aldean Drops Sexy New Single ‘Burnin’ It Down’ [Listen]
Jason Aldean released the first single from his upcoming album Tuesday morning (July 22), and it's his sexiest song yet. 'Burnin' It Down' is a big departure for the Georgia native, showing his sensual side.
Reba McEntire Releases New Song ‘Pray for Peace’ as ‘Act of Perseverance’ [Watch]
Reba McEntire has unveiled a beautiful video to showcase her song 'Pray for Peace,' and the clip features the singer -- as well as fans around the world -- praying for peace.
Luke Bryan Is Apparently Hot Among Teens
Luke Bryan's 2014 Teen Choice Awards nominations just keep rolling in. The upcoming awards show has announced a second wave of nominees, and Bryan has snagged even more, proving his fan base has no age limit.
Keith Urban Knows Garth Brooks’ Return Will Be a ‘Behemoth’ Tour
With Garth Brooks' announcement that he'll return to the stage for a world tour this Fall, other country artists are on high alert, acknowledging that it will be stiff competition. Keith Urban in particular knows Brooks' live shows are a force to be reckoned with.
Lady Antebellum Announce ‘747’ Album Coming in for Landing in September
Lady Antebellum are ready to land their fifth studio album, '747.' The record, set for a Fall 2014 release, features an array of new songs penned by the group.
Kenny Chesney Set to Bring New Music to Flora-Bama … for Free!
Now that Kenny Chesney has released the first single from his upcoming record and revealed the colorful album artwork, he's ready to play his new tunes for fans ... and he's found the perfect place.
Tim McGraw Serenades Adoring Young Fan With ‘You Are So Beautiful’ [Watch]
At a recent tour stop in Georgia, Tim McGraw made one lucky little girl's whole world shine by serenading her onstage ... and then giving her his own guitar.
Lucy Hale Talks New Single, the Opry, Martina McBride and More
Even though Lucy Hale is perhaps best known for her acting, she says that music is her No. 1 love. And because she wants to be an artist who is taken seriously, she's working hard. In a recent chat at a Nashville studio, Hale opened up about that that along with her Opry debut, her feelings for Martina McBride and more.
Keith Urban Asks Crowd Dancers to Join Him on Stage [Watch]
At a recent tour stop in Canada, a pair of fancy-pants dancers caught Keith Urban's eye. In fact, they impressed him with their dancing skills so much that the superstar asked them to join him onstage!
Garth Brooks’ Ireland Comeback Shows Officially Canceled
After a glimmer of hope and a hint of promise, it has been confirmed that all five of Garth Brooks' Ireland comeback shows are canceled.