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 Launches ‘By Keith Urban’ T-Shirt Line
Keith Urban's love of fashion is helping him expand his name even further than country music and 'American Idol.' His admiration for "cool, interesting t-shirts" has inspired the Australian to start his very own T-shirt line!
Scotty McCreery Earns Third Gold Single With ‘See You Tonight’
The third time's another charm for Scotty McCreery! The singer has earned his third RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Gold-certified record with 'See You Tonight,' his current Top 10 hit from the album of the same name.
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.
Jewel Opens Up About Past Struggle With Agoraphobia
Jewel is opening up about her personal struggle with an anxiety disorder that could have really affected her career. The 39-year-old mother of one says she struggled with agoraphobia when she was homeless as a teenager.
Gregg Allman Biopic Shuts Down Production Following Horrific Accident
The Gregg Allman biopic 'Midnight Rider' saw horrible tragedy on Feb. 20 when one camera assistant was killed and several other crew members were injured. The filmmakers have now shut down production following the accident.
LeAnn Rimes Live Tweets Short Hospitalization
LeAnn Rimes is on top of her social media game. The 31-year-old wouldn't let a little trip to the hospital keep her from staying in touch with her 532,000 Twitter followers.
Harry Potter and Friends Sing Taylor Swift’s ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’ [Watch]
Taylor Swift has gotten the Harry Potter treatment! Harry Potter -- and some of his closest friends -- were all mashed up to sing one of Swift's biggest breakup hits.
Josh Thompson Previews New ‘Cold Beer With Your Name on It’ Video [Watch]
Josh Thompson fans are going to want to pay close attention to Taste of Country next week! The singer is teasing his new video for 'Cold Beer With Your Name on It' right now on ToC, before the full release on Tuesday.
Kimberly Perry Fears She May Be a ‘Bridal Procrastinator’
Kimberly Perry of the Band Perry is living most little girls' dream: she's got a Prince Charming in Texas Rangers catcher JP Arencibia, and now she's planning her dream wedding. The problem is, she's a major procrastinator.
Cassadee Pope Rouses Emotion With ‘I Wish I Could Break Your Heart’ Video
Cassadee Pope's 'I Wish I Could Break Your Heart' video finds the brunette beauty longing to do something she could never do.
Keith Urban’s Clothes Are Getting Him in Trouble on ‘American Idol’
Keith Urban doesn't always follow the rules. Lately, the Australian superstar has even gotten in trouble on 'American Idol' -- so much so that he has to have his outfits pre-approved!
Go on the Road With Little Big Town in ‘Sober’ Video
In Little Big Town's 'Sober' video, fans catch a glimpse of what it's like being on tour with the group. The quartet is seen performing and hanging out behind the scenes in the clip.