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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Keith Urban Asks Crowd Dancers to Join Him on Stage [Watch]
At a recent tour stop in Canada, a pair of fancy-pants dancers caught Keith Urban's eye. In fact, they impressed him with their dancing skills so much that the superstar asked them to join him onstage!
Garth Brooks’ Ireland Comeback Shows Officially Canceled
After a glimmer of hope and a hint of promise, it has been confirmed that all five of Garth Brooks' Ireland comeback shows are canceled.
Florida Georgia Line Break Taylor Swift’s Most-Added Song Record
Florida Georgia Line have a lot to be excited about lately ... like the fact that despite having just been released, their new single 'Dirt' is already breaking records!
Kip Moore Set to Debate Ticket Scalping With ESPN Radio Host
Kip Moore refuses to sit quietly while scalpers sell his tickets, and in his opinion, take advantage of the working men and women who attend his shows. After another never-ending Twitter argument with ESPN radio host Jeff Thurn over the weekend, the country singer has agreed to have a real debate -- on air.
Scotty McCreery’s ‘Feelin’ It’ Video Takes Him to the Beach With Friends
Summer is here, and so is Scotty McCreery's feel-good 'Feelin' It' video.
Dolly Parton’s Namesake Lost Dog Finds a Happy Ending
The lost dog Dolly Parton nearly took home as a souvenir from the Glastonbury Festival is going home.
Kip Moore Challenges Ticket Scalper via Twitter, Offers Him $1000 to Show His Face
Kip Moore has been very vocal lately about his feelings toward ticket scalpers. Now, he's gone so far as to personally challenge one on on Twitter.
Garth Brooks Announcement: Fans React on Facebook
Garth Brooks has been all the talk in country music this week, from the cancelation of his five shows in Ireland to his announcement Thursday (July 10) of going digital and kicking off a new record deal. Naturally, fans are taking to Facebook to talk about the big news.
Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood’s Shows Snag Emmy Nods
Blake Shelton and Carrie Underwood are each looking at a prestigious honor outside of their usual realm -- they both have shows that have been nominated for Emmys!
Small Town Pistols Siblings Both Expecting Babies This Year
Congratulations are in order for both members of Small Town Pistols! The Canadian country sibling duo have announced that they're each expecting babies later this year.
Florida Georgia Line Launch Dirt Campaign
Now that Florida Georgia Line have dropped their newest single 'Dirt,' they've also announced the Dirt Campaign to run alongside it.
Songwriter Dallas Davidson Arrested at Nashville Bar
Country songwriter Dallas Davidson was arrested in a Nashville bar early Thursday morning (July 10) for disorderly conduct and public intoxication.
Colt Ford Visits Taste of Country, Plays Tracks From ‘Thanks for Listening’
Colt Ford stopped by the Taste of Country New York office this week to play some tunes and answer a few questions. Ford performed music from his new album 'Thanks for Listening,' which dropped earlier this month.
Sam Hunt Moonlights as Nashville Cab Driver in ‘Leave the Night On’ Video
Sam Hunt isn't just a singer and songwriter (and ex-athlete), he also takes on a third role in his 'Leave the Night on' video. Hunt plays a fun-loving taxi driver -- one we wouldn't mind taking a ride with ...
Brantley Gilbert and His Dog Announce More Let It Ride Tour Dates
Brantley Gilbert and his best bud Sylo took to Facebook Tuesday night to announce some exciting news. Gilbert and his pup revealed the second leg of the singer's Let It Ride Tour via YouTube video.
Florida Georgia Line’s ‘Dirt’ Video Sees a Love Through the Years
Florida Georgia Line's 'Dirt' video showcases a sweet love story that truly comes full circle. From being young, in love (and dirty) to one of the partners in the couple passing away, the video cherishes it all.