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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Dolly Parton Responds to Glastonbury Festival Lip-Synching Rumors
Following her performance at England's Glastonbury Festival on Sunday (June 29), Dolly Parton is responding to rumors that she lip-synched during her set.
Kenny Chesney Announces ‘The Big Revival’ Album Details
Now that 'American Kids' has hit country radio, Kenny Chesney is ready to announce his new album.
Brett Eldredge Already Writing for His Next Album
Although Brett Eldredge has just announced a third single from his debut album, he's already looking into the future. The 28-year-old singer has started writing for the followup record.
Trace Adkins Inducted Into Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
When Louisiana boy Trace Adkins made a stop in his home state at the Baton Rouge's Dixie Landin', he was surprised with a big honor! The singer has officially been inducted into the state's Hall of Fame.
Go Behind the Scenes of ‘Somethin’ Bad’ With Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert [Watch]
When two of country's biggest ladies get together to record one song it looks like a whole lot of fun. Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert released a behind-the-scenes video that showcases all the fun they had while recording 'Somethin' Bad.'
Kip Moore Pens Heartfelt Letter About Ticket Prices and Scalpers
Kip Moore has taken the podium, opening up about something that really gets him riled: ticket scalpers. Moore posted a handwritten, very heartfelt letter on his Facebook page to let his fans know he's doing as much as he can to keep ticket prices low -- and tickets away from scalpers.
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 Hunts Down Mystery Soldiers for Heartfelt Deed
Brad Paisley loves the troops, and he has no qualms about showing it. In fact, when two women attended one of the singer's recent concerts in Bangor, Maine with cardboard cutouts of their soldier significant others, Paisley went above and beyond to pay his respects.
Miranda Lambert Plays Surprise Florida Show
Miranda Lambert was on her way to a Jacksonville, Fla. gig Saturday (June 14) when she decided to make some fans very happy with a quick pit stop. The 'Automatic' singer stopped in Fort Walton Beach and decided to play a surprise show!
Post-CMT Awards Party Turns Into Karaoke Session With Blake Shelton
It's always a party when Blake Shelton is around and the post-CMT Awards Party was no different. James Van Der Beek says that Shelton turned the party into a wild night of karaoke (and he was the coach!).
Carrie Underwood Thinks Keith Urban is the Sexiest Man in Country Music
Luke Bryan was recently named the sexiest man in country music but there's one country star who disagrees. Carrie Underwood thinks Keith Urban is by far the best lookin' guy in the genre.
Randy Travis Makes Rare Appearance at Dolly Parton Concert
Randy Travis stepped out in public -- a rarity since his 2013 stroke -- for his friend Dolly Parton's concert.