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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Toby Keith Announces 2014 Shut Up & Hold on Tour
As promised, Toby Keith had a big announcement for fans on Monday (March 3), and he didn't disappoint. The superstar is embarking on a 2014 tour in just a few short months, as revealed to fans via YouTube.
Blake Shelton Announces 2014 Ten Times Crazier Tour Dates With Big Stops
BS fans, get ready, because Blake Shelton is hittin' the road! The star singer has announced the dates for his 2014 Ten Times Crazier Tour, which includes a few really big stops.
Dan + Shay Announce Release Date for Debut Album
Although Dan + Shay are relatively new on the country music scene, the duo is quickly earning their place in the sun. Their debut single, '19 You + Me,' rose to the Top 20 on country radio and earned them the title of most-added duo at country radio for 2013. Now, the pair are finally announcing a debut album release date.
Tim McGraw Debuts ‘Lookin’ for That Girl’ During Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Special
Tim McGraw chose the perfect place for a live premiere of his brand new single, 'Lookin' for That Girl.' During the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Special on Monday night (Feb. 3), Heidi Klum took a few minutes to brag on the singer before he took the stage.
Luke Bryan Set to Steal the Show at Daytona 500
Luke Bryan has been selected to kick off the Great American Race at the Daytona International Speedway in 2014. The ACM Entertainer of the Year will perform during the Daytona 500 Budweiser Pre-Race Show on Feb. 23.
Keith Urban Treats Biggest Fans to Once-in-a-Lifetime Weekend
Keith Urban sure knows how to say thanks! Over the weekend, the Aussie flew 10 of his biggest fans to Chicago for a full weekend of fun and admission into his exclusive 100 Club.
Is George Strait’s Farewell Tour Really a Farewell?
With over 50 No. 1 hits, years and years of touring and a farewell tour that has dates selling out in minutes ... why stop now? George Strait proves he still has it at 61, leading us to believe that the Cowboy Rides Away Tour may not be a farewell after all.
Taylor Swift Crowned Tennessean of the Year
Taylor Swift has been given another big honor before 2013 comes to a close -- the star has been Tennessean of the Year!
Blake Shelton Secured for ‘The Voice’ Season 6
Blake Shelton may not have been a winner on this season's 'The Voice,' but perhaps he'll come back with a vengeance in Season 6.
Dwight Yoakam’s Plane Makes Emergency Landing
Dwight Yoakam had quite the scare recently. While on a flight with eight other people, the airplane started to smoke and had to make an emergency landing!
Jana Kramer Working on ‘100 Percent Me’ New Album
Jana Kramer has been through a lot this year, and the actress-turned-singer may be ready to expose it all ... on her upcoming album, of course. Kramer has been using her social media accounts to begin teasing the highly-anticipated second album.