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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Eli Young Band Guys Proudly Rock What’s Known as ‘Dad Bod’
Eli Young Band were one of the fan-favorites during the kickoff of the 2015 Taste of Country Festival. The group stopped by to chat with us about the song that "broke them" — and their pride for #DadBod.
2015 Taste of Country Music Festival Profile: Josh Abbott Band
When fans head to the stage at the ToC Music Festival to see the Josh Abbott Band play, they're in for a treat of the Texas country kind. The six man band will perform during the June 12-14 festival at Hunter Mountain in New York.
Craig Wayne Boyd Covers Merle Haggard, Alan Jackson, on ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
During the Monday night (Dec. 9) Top 5 performances on 'The Voice,' Craig Wayne Boyd took on not one, but two country covers.
Craig Wayne Boyd Covers Johnny Cash, ‘I Walk the Line’ on ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
Team Blake Shelton's Craig Wayne Boyd was back at it again on Monday night (Nov. 24) on 'The Voice.' The country singer put his unique spin on Johnny Cash's 'I Walk the Line.'
Justin Moore’s New Baby Girl Isn’t Allowing the Singer Much Sleep
Justin Moore's third daughter was born this summer, and apparently, she is a noisy one! Whether awake or asleep, Rebecca Klein is a Chatty Cathy, which is affecting the singer's ability to catch some shut-eye. However, he doesn't seem to mind.
Full Story Behind Sunny Sweeney’s Soldier Photo Is Better Than You Imagined
Remember the photo that Sunny Sweeney captured of a soldier and civilian praying together at the airport? It went viral, and as a result, the soldier was identified. Now, the country singer is learning even more about soldier Michael Barth and the background behind the picture ... and it's amazing.
Kyle Park ‘Turns That Crown Upside Down’ in Fun Party Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Kyle Park sure knows how to throw a party ... and it all starts with a golf ball. In his 'Turn That Crown Upside Down' video -- premiering exclusively on Taste of Country -- the Texas hitmaker gets down with a few friends.
Man Dies After Being Assaulted at Hank Williams, Jr. Concert in Michigan
A Michigan man has died after being assaulted at a Hank Williams, Jr. concert on Sunday (Aug. 17). The victim, 55-year-old Robert Kobe, was pronounced dead Tuesday (Aug. 19) following the incident.
Granger Smith Sweeps the Country in ‘If Money Didn’t Matter’ Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Granger Smith gives fans a backstage glimpse of what his live shows entail in his 'If Money Didn't Matter' video. From the cold and snow of the mountains to late nights on the road, new fans and new venues, the clip finds the singer all over the U.S.
‘Older Ladies’ Viral Video Is a Hilarious Take on Country Style [Watch]
You may not know the name Donnalou Stevens yet, but you will. The comedic singer (with a positive message) is not afraid of being an older woman following her dream of being a silly singer -- and her latest video has gone viral.