Coti Howell

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!

See Country Music’s Beloved Furry Friends [Pictures]

Dogs are a ~~man's~~ ~~woman's~~ country singer's best friend — cats, too!

Scariest Tour Bus Accidents Involving Country Artists [Pictures]

The tour bus is their home away from home. These are pretty scary.

It’s Time For Kacey Musgraves Festive Christmas Album!

Kacey Musgraves is celebrating Christmas in June! The "Dime Store Cowgirl" turned to Instagram to give an early holiday announcement to her 442K followers.

Is That Madea?! See Country Stars’ Most Memorable Halloween Costumes

Sure, they're great onstage and all, but can anyone celebrate Halloween quite like country stars? From sexy to scary, sometimes hilarious and sometimes adorable, these singers know how to pick costumes.

Country Artists Who’ve Been Targeted by Westboro Baptist Church

Westboro Baptist Church has boycotted a number of country stars, and many of the singers have fought back!

Drake White Is Hoping to Ignite a ‘Spark’ With His Debut Album

It's a hot summer day in Nashville, and Drake White is ready to ignite a Spark. The singer sits in a leather chair behind a funky Nashville bed and breakfast one month before his appropriately-titled debut drops. Sitting next to him, it's easy to feel like you're home. His vibe is similar to that of a crackling campfire.

Brantley Gilbert Makes $10.5 Million Donation to Toys for Tots

The holiday season and giving spirit have truly gotten ahold of Brantley Gilbert! He may seem like he's tough, but he's a softie at heart and he proved that (again) with a huge donation to Toys for Tots.

Stars Dress Up for the 2015 CMA Awards — See Red Carpet Pictures!

Country Music's Biggest Night isn't just about the music — it's also about the fashion. The moment the artists hit the 2015 CMA Awards red carpet, the gowns sparkled and the suits impressed.

Watch the 2015 CMA Awards Red Carpet Live Stream

The 2015 CMA Awards are Nov. 4, and Taste of Country has big news we think you'll appreciate.

Luke Bryan, Jason Derulo Connect for Really Incredible Karaoke Duet [Watch]

As one of the most successful stars in country music, it's not a secret that Luke Bryan has vocal talent. But this duet with R&B star Jason Derulo shows a completely new area of the "Kick the Dust Up" hitmaker's range. ... And wow!

Kenny Chesney Leaves His Worries Behind in Tropical ‘Save It for a Rainy Day’ Video

Kenny Chesney and the beach are one and the same. His favorite thing is to transport to a tropical paradise far away, and the "Save It for a Rainy Day" video is no different. Chesney leaves his worries — and the woman he's thinking about — behind and enjoys a day on the water.

Kenny Chesney Breaks His Own Record in Philadelphia

Kenny Chesney's summer stadium shows aren't a new concept, but the star manages to reinvent the wheel with each passing year — and people are coming out in droves.