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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‘Oklahoma Stuffer’ Amongst Rejected Blake Shelton Pizza Names (VIDEO)
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.
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.
Scotty McCreery to Perform on ‘American Idol’
Scotty McCreery announced on his Facebook page that he's making his return to the 'American Idol' stage this week. The 20-year-old will perform on the singing competition on May 15.
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.
Jessie James Decker Shares First Pictures of Her New Baby Girl
Jessie James Decker and her football playing husband Eric Decker welcomed their first beautiful bundle of joy last month and couldn't wait to share the photos with their fans.
Chris Young’s ‘Tomorrow’ Video Gets The Lego Treatment (VIDEO)
Chris Young fans sure are dedicated. One fan in particular wanted to show their dedication to the singer in an interesting way. They made their very own version of Young's video for 'Tomorrow' -- with only Legos -- and it's a spot-on remake.
Eric Church Takes On Scalpers in Minneapolis (VIDEO)
Eric Church doesn't tolerate scalpers and he's proving it in Minneapolis. In one week, over 14,000 tickets have sold for that particular show but it turns out nearly 1,000 were purchased by scalpers -- and Church isn't having it.
William Shatner ‘Sings’ Luke Bryan’s ‘Country Girl (Shake It for Me)’ (AUDIO)
William Shatner unleashed his inner country star recently lending his voice to one of Luke Bryan's most popular hits, 'Country Girl (Shake It for Me).'
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.
Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Crow + More Salute Linda Ronstadt at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction [Pictures]
Carrie Underwood was on hand to help pay tribute to Linda Ronstadt when the female musician was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday (April 10) in Brooklyn, New York.
Josh Thompson Donates Hair to Locks of Love
Josh Thompson recently made quite a hair transformation. The 'Cold Beer With Your Name On It' singer chopped his long locks and now dons a much shorter cut. He even donated some of it for a good cause!
Complete List of 2014 ACM Performers and Presenters Announced
Country fans, the wait is over! The complete list of big names to present and perform at the 2014 ACM Awards has been announced!