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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Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton Both ‘Excited’ About 2014 Grammy Nominations
Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton are ending the year with their third Grammy nomination. The duo are nominated at the 2014 Grammys for their song 'You Can’t Make Old Friends' and are feeling the excitement as they look toward a potential win.
Thomas Rhett Raises $50,000 for Charities in Nashville
Thomas Rhett had a busy week. He performed his new single, 'Get Me Some of That' on the ACAs, dropped a brand new music video for the same song and raised big bucks for charities with a show in Nashville.
Vince Gill Professes Love for Taylor Swift, Explains Why She’s Undeniable
After taking the stage together at the 2013 Awards, Vince Gill is sharing his true feelings about pop-country crossover Taylor Swift.
Lady Antebellum Say Thanks With Veterans Day Performance on ‘TODAY’
Lady Antebellum took the 'TODAY' stage Monday morning (Nov. 11) to give a big thank you to our veterans. The band gave energetic performances including their hit song 'Downtown' to a crowd full of veterans in NYC.
Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles Announces Release Date for Solo Album
Sugarland frontwoman Jennifer Nettles, announced via Twitter on Monday (Nov. 5) that her solo album finally has a release date. The album, 'That Girl,' will be Nettles' first without her Sugarland bandmate Kristian Bush and is set for release on Jan. 14.
George Strait Raises Nearly Half a Million for Wounded Troops
George Strait used his immense success for good this past weekend when he helped raise $425,000 for Troops First Foundation at the Tapatio Springs Golf Resort through a golf tournament and auction.
Zac Brown Band Debuts New Single with Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl During 2013 CMAs
The Zac Brown Band used the 2013 CMA Awards to debut a brand new song, 'Day for the Dead' with Foo Fighter's singer, Dave Grohl on drums.
‘Nashville’ Stars Present Miranda Lambert With 2013 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Award
'Nashville' stars Connie Britton and Chip Esten took the 2013 CMA Awards stage to present the Female Vocalist of the Year award to the one and only Miranda Lambert.
Carrie Underwood Performs Four-Song Medley During 2013 CMA Awards
Co-host Carrie Underwood kept herself very busy during the 47th Annual CMA Awards -- when she took a break from hosting, she performed not one, but four of her hits in a medley.
Eric Church Brings Rock ‘n Roll to 2013 CMAs With ‘The Outsiders’
Eric Church played his brand new single 'The Outsiders' for the very first time during the 2013 CMA Awards on Wednesday. Church looked a little different without a hat, but the country boy added some rock to his outfit with a pair of aviators.
Lady Antebellum Pumps the 2013 CMA Awards Crowd Up With ‘Compass’
Lady Antebellum introduced their newest single, 'Compass,' at the 2013 CMA Awards, and the crowd quickly started to sing along.
Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams-Paisley Fall Victim to Elaborate Child Cancer Hoax
Brad Paisley and wife Kimberly Williams-Paisley (of 'Nashville') were recently swept up in a cruel hoax that all started with an email from a woman claiming her daughter was dying of neuroblastoma, a form of pediatric cancer.