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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Jason Aldean Stops by ‘Jimmy Kimmel,’ Brings Pyro and Two New Tracks [Watch]
Jason Aldean stopped by 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Monday night (Sept. 22) to perform two tracks from his forthcoming album. He pulled out all the stops for his hot performances, including a few pyrotechnics!
Public Memorial for Opry Legend George Hamilton IV to Take Place at the Ryman
Longtime Grand Ole Opry member George Hamilton IV died on Sept. 17 following a heart attack. This week, the talented country icon will be laid to rest following a special public memorial service in Nashville.
Dierks Bentley’s ‘Say You Do’ Video Finds Singer Heartsick and Alone
Dierks Bentley's 'Say You Do' is a more serious release for the singer following 'Drunk on a Plane.' The video may have one thing in common with the previous, but it's a drastic change musically.
Tim McGraw Enters a ‘Mexicoma’ on Sundown Heaven Town Tour [Exclusive Video]
Tim McGraw has spent a large portion of 2014 out on the road for his Sundown Heaven Town Tour, traveling the country and promoting his new album. This concert clip -- available exclusively for Taste of Country readers -- shows just a slice of the delicious pie you get when you see the superstar in concert, but it's a hot bite. Watch McGraw perform 'Mexicoma' in Phoenix!
Tim McGraw Takes Fans Behind the Scenes of ‘Sundown Heaven Town’ Release Week [Exclusive Video]
In the wake of his 'Sundown Heaven Town' album release, Tim McGraw has been a very busy man. From radio broadcasts to his album celebration party to a 'Good Morning America' appearance, he has been all over promoting his new tunes. Now, he's taking Taste of Country Fans behind the scenes of his busy week.
Tim McGraw Aims to Always ‘Push Himself Further’ as an Artist
Tim McGraw's 'Sundown Heaven Town' album was released Tuesday (Sept. 16), and the singer is pumped up about it, opening up to Taste of Country about the record and how he pushes himself as an artist.
Opry Member George Hamilton IV Suffers ‘Serious’ Heart Attack
Iconic Grand Ole Opry member George Hamilton IV has been hospitalized after suffering from a "serious" heart attack.
Florida Georgia Line Set to Host Inaugural American Country Countdown Awards
Florida Georgia Line are taking their superstar status to a new stage! The duo will host the inaugural American Country Countdown Awards on Dec. 15.
Blake Shelton Looks Toward ‘Neon Light’ in Breakup Anthem Video
Blake Shelton takes fans for a fun, wild ride in his mostly live video for 'Neon Light.' The breakup anthem is a pick-me-up, and what better way to celebrate a breakup than with a Shelton show?
Miranda Lambert Opening Redemption Ranch to Save Even More Animals
Miranda Lambert is continually improving the life of dogs in the Tishomingo, Oklahoma area. The star's MuttNation Foundation broke ground on refreshing a local safe haven this month, revealing the first photos of the five-acre Redemption Ranch.
Never Forget: Stars Remember on 9/11
Thursday (Sept. 11, 2014) marks the thirteenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks -- a series of events which forever changed not only America, but the world.
Luke Bryan Rides by ‘The Tonight Show’ to Perform ‘Roller Coaster’ [Watch]
Luke Bryan spent his Wednesday night (Sept. 10) performing on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.' The country superstar brought his latest single 'Roller Coaster' along for the ride.
Blake Shelton Poses as Pizza Hut Worker ‘Stephen,’ Sells Pizzas Undercover [Watch]
Blake Shelton took pizza lovers by surprise when he showed up at a California Pizza Hut to sell a few pies. The funny singer posed as a worker named Stephen, going undercover, but how can a six-foot-tall (and lots of change) celebrity really blend in?
Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood Welcomes Baby Boy
Lady Antebellum's collective family just grew by 10 tiny fingers and 10 tiny toes. The trio's Dave Haywood welcomed his first child with wife Kelli Cashiola Haywood on Sunday (Sept. 7).
Kenny Chesney Considers George Strait a ‘Hero’ and a ‘Friend’
A lot of country stars admire King George Strait, but not all of them can call the legend a friend. Kenny Chesney is one of the exceptions, though.
Taylor Swift Leaves Heartfelt Message for Bullied Fan
Taylor Swift has a big heart, something she continually proves in messages left for her loyal fans on social media. This time, the superstar has written an incredibly sweet note to a fan on Instagram who admits she's a victim of bullying.