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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Scotty McCreery to Perform on ‘Fox and Friends Christmas Special’
Just like Santa, Scotty McCreery will make his way into thousands of homes this Christmas. The 21-year-old is booked to perform as part of the 'Fox and Friends Christmas Special,' which will air on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
‘Elf’ Inspired Darius Rucker’s ‘Baby, It’s Cold Outside’ Duet With Sheryl Crow
It's hard to find someone who doesn't enjoy a good holiday flick, especially Will Ferrell's charming 'Elf.' Darius Rucker even found a little inspiration in the Christmas movie!
Carrie Underwood and Baby Bump Enjoy a Night Out at the Opry
Carrie Underwood isn't letting her growing baby bump keep her at home. The singer made her rounds at the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend, rubbing elbows with a few famous faces.
Garth Brooks Dishes on His ‘Long Vacation,’ Performs ‘Mom’ on ‘Jimmy Kimmel’ [Watch]
Garth Brooks reminisced about how far he's come over the years during a stop at 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' this week. The icon also performed his latest single, 'Mom' -- this time without getting choked up.
Craig Wayne Boyd, Lynyrd Skynyrd Do ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ on ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
Yes, Craig Wayne Boyd won Season 7 of 'The Voice,' but it was before his name was called that he got the opportunity of a lifetime. The country rocker took the stage with Southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd during Tuesday's finale.
Justin Moore’s Oldest Daughter Goes as His American Country Countdown Awards Date
Justin Moore had the cutest date at the first-ever American Country Countdown Awards on Monday (Dec. 15), and there's no way his wife was jealous that he took another lady.
Craig Wayne Boyd Wins Season 7 of ‘The Voice’
Add another win Blake Shelton's tally. Country singer Craig Wayne Boyd was crowned 'The Voice' winner on Tuesday night (Dec. 16).
Dustin Lynch Makes Little Girl Cry, Hilariously Admits He ‘Can’t Win ‘Em All’ [Watch]
As it turns out, kids aren't as crazy about Dustin Lynch as the ladies seem to be. And one dad learned the hard (and hilarious) way just how mad your little girl gets when you try to trade her favorite 'Frozen' song for country music.
Taylor Swift Wears Lingerie, Performs Two Songs at 2014 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show [Watch]
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is perhaps the sexiest television event of the year, and in 2014, it got a little sexier thanks to Taylor Swift, of all people. The pop-country star rocked lingerie -- yes, really! -- while performing two '1989' tracks for viewers.
Kelly Clarkson Performs Winning ‘American Idol’ Song 12 Years Later [Watch]
Kelly Clarkson took everyone back in time when she performed at the Miss Vietnam competition. The now-star sang 'A Moment Like This,' her winning song from 'American Idol,' twelve years after winning the reality competition.
Jake Owen Says His Mom ‘Encouraged’ Him to Cut His Long Hair
Jake Owen made a big change recently, cutting his famously long locks in exchange for a slicked-back, shorter 'do. He says it was a little nagging from his mom that helped him decide to go all in and give himself a brand new look.
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.