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!
Coti Howell
2013 American Country Awards Performers Announced
A full list of 2013 American Country Awards performers has been announced, and it's packed full of big name country stars.
Victoria’s Secret Model Snubs Taylor Swift, Changes Her Tune After Backlash
Taylor Swift is one of the featured performers during this year's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, and during the taping last week, the superstar tweeted quite a bit about how much fun she had with her new friends, the Victoria's Secret Angels.
Eric Church: ‘I Think Genres Are Dead’
After a very out-of-the-box performance at the 2013 CMA Awards, Eric Church is speaking out about the country music label.
Vince Gill Professes Love for Taylor Swift, Explains Why She’s Undeniable
After taking the stage together at the 2013 Awards, Vince Gill is sharing his true feelings about pop-country crossover Taylor Swift.
Tim McGraw Likes ‘Heavy’ Movies, But Would He Sing in a Film?
Tim McGraw is a talented triple threat. He's a singer, songwriter and sometimes even an actor -- but would he ever combine acting with singing in a movie?
George Strait Raises Nearly Half a Million for Wounded Troops
George Strait used his immense success for good this past weekend when he helped raise $425,000 for Troops First Foundation at the Tapatio Springs Golf Resort through a golf tournament and auction.
Emmylou Harris Enters a Plea in Hit-and-Run Case
Emmylou Harris has issued a plea in her alleged hit-and-run case from October 2012.
Zac Brown Band Debuts New Single with Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl During 2013 CMAs
The Zac Brown Band used the 2013 CMA Awards to debut a brand new song, 'Day for the Dead' with Foo Fighter's singer, Dave Grohl on drums.
‘Nashville’ Stars Present Miranda Lambert With 2013 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Award
'Nashville' stars Connie Britton and Chip Esten took the 2013 CMA Awards stage to present the Female Vocalist of the Year award to the one and only Miranda Lambert.
Carrie Underwood Performs Four-Song Medley During 2013 CMA Awards
Co-host Carrie Underwood kept herself very busy during the 47th Annual CMA Awards -- when she took a break from hosting, she performed not one, but four of her hits in a medley.
Eric Church Brings Rock ‘n Roll to 2013 CMAs With ‘The Outsiders’
Eric Church played his brand new single 'The Outsiders' for the very first time during the 2013 CMA Awards on Wednesday. Church looked a little different without a hat, but the country boy added some rock to his outfit with a pair of aviators.
Florida Georgia Line Snag Vocal Duo of The Year at the 2013 CMA Awards
Three new artist nominees gathered on stage to hand out the award for Vocal Duo of the Year at the 2013 CMAs. Lee Brice, Kip Moore and Brett Eldredge stood side by side to announce the winner.