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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2014 CMA Awards Performance Pictures
The CMA Awards are known as Country Music's Biggest Night for a reason. Legendary country stars showed up to sing in 2014, but country's young bucks -- the newcomers -- also got their time in the spotlight. Relive some of the best performances of the night via our photo gallery capturing the action.
Oklahoma State University Marching Band Pays Tribute to Carrie Underwood [Watch]
Okie Carrie Underwood got some big love from her home state when the Oklahoma State University marching band performed a double feature of two of her hits during Saturday's (Oct. 25) homecoming game against West Virginia University.
Luke Bryan Breaks Personal Touring Record With 1.7 Million Fans in 2014
It was a monstrous year for Luke Bryan! The singer shook it in front of 1.7 million fans combined over the course of of his That's My Kind of Night Tour, Spring Break shows and Farm Tour.
Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean Add Brantley Gilbert to Stadium Tour Lineup
The big news just keeps coming for Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean's stadium tour. Brantley Gilbert has been added to the lineup for 15 stadium shows in 2015.
Kenny Chesney Announces Big Revival Tour
Kenny Chesney is taking 'The Big Revival' on the road! The singer stopped by 'Good Morning America' on Friday (Oct. 24) to announce that he'll kick off a tour in March.
Taylor Swift Says ‘Country Music Teaches You to Work’
Taylor Swift may have have blossomed into pop, but her roots will always be in country music.
Sara Evans to Spread Holiday Cheer With ‘At Christmas’ Album
Although it's a little early, Sara Evans is in the holiday spirit! And she hopes that jolly attitude will rub off on her fans when she releases her new holiday album, 'At Christmas.'
Miranda Lambert the Bed & Breakfast Owner Doesn’t Get Recognized by Fans
In her small town of Tishomingo, Oklahoma, Miranda Lambert is simply the owner of the Ladysmith Bed & Breakfast. Shockingly, the superstar reveals, some people don't even recognize her!
Trisha Yearwood Set to Make Cameo on ‘Nashville’ During Faux CMA Awards
Trisha Yearwood soon make her 'Nashville' debut!
Warning: Brad Paisley May Stop the CMA Awards for Mom’s Spaghetti [Watch]
There's nothing like a home cooked meal, right Brad Paisley?! The superstar and CMA Awards co-host Carrie Underwood reminisce over past events ... and why one CMAs ended a little prematurely.
Jason Aldean Dishes on How New Record Is Different and Why It Was Necessary
Jason Aldean revealed a new sound when he released 'Burnin' It Down' from his new album, and in a recent interview, the singer explains why the album release "formula" was different -- and necessary -- this time around.
Taming the Sexy Beast: Luke Bryan Plans to Tone Down His Booty Shakin’ in the Future
Ladies, you'll want to sit down for this. These days, Luke Bryan is known for shakin' his groove thang in concert -- in skin-tight jeans, no less -- but the star admits he won't pull the Beyonce moves at his shows forever.