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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Blake Shelton Stops by ‘Fallon’ for Football Toss, Truck Talk and More [Watch]
Blake Shelton stopped by 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on Wednesday (Sept. 3) to talk 'The Voice' and trucks, and to perform his latest single, 'Neon Light.' Together, the funny pair also play a game of random object football toss to commemorate the first day of NFL season.
Brad Paisley Shares His Thoughts on Taylor Swift’s Switch to Pop
When a megastar announces a change in their music, there are bound to be some haters. While Taylor Swift is busy shaking those folks off, Brad Paisley is making it known that he supports the singer in her transition to pop.
Colt Ford Always Knew He Wanted to Be in Music, But Not Necessarily Country
Growing up, Colt Ford played several sports, but despite a love for 'the game,' music eventually found him, he says. The singer stopped by Taste of Country to chat about music, his childhood and his 'Thanks for Listening' album, which hit in July.
Oops! Best Country Stage Falls [Watch]
Country stars are just as clumsy as the rest of us. Alright, maybe Luke Bryan is extra clumsy, but we love him for it! Falling off the stage happens to the best of 'em ... even funny man Brad Paisley falls from time to time.
Kenny Chesney Surprises Athens, Georgia With Popup Show
Kenny Chesney made a lot of University of Georgia students very happy when he played a surprise popup show in Athens over the weekend.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Sadie Robertson Joins ‘Dancing With the Stars’ for Season 19
Enter: a dancing Duck! Sadie Robertson, best known as a member of the 'Duck Dynasty' family, is apparently joining the upcoming season of 'Dancing With the Stars.'
See Hunter Hayes Perform ‘Tattoo’ at Iconic Grand Ole Opry [Exclusive Premiere]
During a recent trip to Nashville's iconic Grand Ole Opry, Hunter Hayes got a chance to perform his rockin' new single, 'Tattoo,' and show off his guitar skills.
Taylor Swift Really, Really, Really Loves Her Cats – Here’s Video Proof!
Taylor Swift doesn't keep her love for cats a secret -- especially her cats! The starlet uses social media, live TV shows and interviews to profess her love for her furry feline friends, Meredith and Olivia Benson, as is evident in this fun compilation video.
George Strait and Garth Brooks: America’s Favorite Country Musicians
An annual poll has confirmed what many people already knew: King George Strait and Garth Brooks are America's favorite country stars.
Dolly Parton Calls Her ALS Ice Bucket Challenge a ‘Wet T-Shirt Contest’ [Watch]
No one thought she would do it, but the always glamorous Dolly Parton has completed the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge ... in a way only she could.
Don’t Panic: Sugarland Not Broken Up, But Don’t Expect Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush to Tour Together
Sugarland continue to fight off rumors of a breakup, as they have been since announcing their solo ventures. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush maintain they're not broken up as a duo, but when asked about a future tour together, they had very different answers.
Cute Kids Singing Country Songs – Kenny Chesney, ‘Old Blue Chair’
Kenny Chesney's 'Old Blue Chair' is a beach-themed nostalgic tune from his 2005 album, 'Be as You Are.' In this adorable father-daughter rendition, a little girl sings alongside her father on the guitar. They bring back the beach theme through their ocean-blue color scheme -- the little girl wears a blue halter top, while her dad sports a blue T-shirt, and they're sitting on a blue couch. The best part, however, has to be the little girl's obvious emotion in every line. They're also careful to make the song more kid-friendly, singing "too much studying all night."
Scotty McCreery Takes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge ‘In a Very Big Way’ [Watch]
Scotty McCreery has accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge "in a big way." He didn't just take an ice bucket challenge, he took the "F-150 edition," as he calls it.
Garth Brooks Set to Receive ASCAP Centennial Award
In the midst of a slew of comeback tour date announcements, new music and more, Garth Brooks is set to receive one big honor. The singer will be one a recipients at the ASCAP Centennial Awards, which will be held on Nov. 17.
2014 ACM Honors Host, Presenters + Performers Announced
The 2014 ACM Honors are less than a month away, and now they've announced one hunky host, and several presenters and performers.