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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20 Country Music Pictures That Will Make You Feel Really Good
Despite our differences, the country music community is one big family.
Jessi Alexander Dishes on Gospel Song That ‘Came Deep From Blake Shelton’s Soul’
On Thursday night at the Life and Songs of Kris Kristofferson event, Alexander provided more details about a song she says "came deep from Blake's soul."
Luke Bryan Brings Dustin Lynch Along to ‘Kill the Lights’ in Connecticut [Pictures]
Luke Bryan's Kill the Lights Tour is still going strong, and on Feb. 26, the booty-shaking country singer brought that tour to Uncasville, Ct. He rocked the stage (and his hips) in front of a huge crowd, along with Dustin Lynch.
Carrie Underwood Lights Up Philly With Swon Brothers, Easton Corbin [Pictures]
Carrie Underwood's Storyteller Tour took on Philadelphia, Penn., on Feb. 22, where the superstar and her guests the Swon Brothers and Easton Corbin wowed the crowd.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Spend Valentine’s Day at Pre-Grammys Party
Blake Shelton and girlfriend Gwen Stefani spent their Valentine's Day together at a high-profile pre-Grammys gala thrown by music industry icon Clive Davis, getting cozy enough to let everyone know how happy they are together.
What Music Video Is This Picture From?
Do you recognize this gorgeous desert scene? That old truck is driving down a secluded street in a certain music video, with a couple inside, taking a trip to a hole-in-the-wall pool hall. Do you think you know the video that includes this shot?
Kids Singing Country Songs: Thomas Rhett, ‘Die a Happy Man’
Thomas Rhett's "Die a Happy Man" is already super sweet, but in this cover it gets an adorable makeover! Three-year-old Braylon belts the cover into his microphone, strumming his guitar. Watch this, but be warned: he will melt your heart.
How to Snow Day: Stars Share Fun ‘Blizzard 2016′ Pics
The "blizzard" of 2016 has hit, and places like Nashville are experiencing — and fully enjoying — a record amount of snowfall. Country stars didn't let the cold bother them anyway, they headed out and had some fun in the weather!
Kids Singing Country Songs: Dustin Lynch, ‘Cowboys and Angels’
Kids love music, and if you're raising them right, they love country music the most. But singing along to the radio or dancing to CDs don't hold a candle to Braxton's experience — he got to take the stage with Dustin Lynch!
What Music Video Is This Picture From?
This gorgeous music video may give you wanderlust for a tropical vacation! The beautiful quality proves it wasn't released that long ago. This mysterious video was released in 2013 by a group that was up and coming at the time. Think you know?