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!

2015 Taste of Country Music Festival Lineup Profile: Logan Mize

The multitalented Logan Mize crept onto the country scene recently after getting a hit on SiriusXM's The Highway and appearing in a commercial with Hayden Panettiere and several other TV spots. Now the talk around Mize is building.

Taylor Swift Stuns in ‘Style’ Video

After days of teasing her fans with short snippets, Taylor Swift's "Style" video is here ... and it's everything we hoped it would be. The singer looks remains flawless in the new visual, which gives a nod to one of her famous exes.

Taylor Swift Teases Mysterious ‘Style’ Music Video [Watch]

Taylor Swift is dropping yet another single from her '1989' album, and she's got the music video ready to roll out with it. The songstress took to Instagram to share a very mysterious, intriguing teaser with her fans.

More 2014 CMA Awards Performers Announced

The 48th annual CMA Awards are quickly approaching, and a few big names have already been announced as performers.

Carrie Underwood Putting Motorcycle Lessons on Hold While Pregnant

Carrie Underwood isn't getting much use out of her gift from Miranda Lambert these days. Now that she's expecting, she's put her motorcycle lessons on hold ... until after the baby comes, at least.

Brad Paisley Partners With Boot Barn to Launch Moonshine Spirit Clothing Line

Brad Paisley can officially add Fashion Designer to his resume. The 'Perfect Storm' singer has paired up with Boot Barn to create the Moonshine Spirit Line, which includes boots, jeans, hats and more.

Go Behind the Scenes of ‘Somethin’ Bad’ With Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert [Watch]

When two of country's biggest ladies get together to record one song it looks like a whole lot of fun. Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert released a behind-the-scenes video that showcases all the fun they had while recording 'Somethin' Bad.'

Luke Bryan Talks About Being Goosed at the CMT Awards

Luke Bryan got a little brave during the CMT Awards Wednesday night (June 4) when he performed 'Play It Again.' The handsome singer took a walk through the packed crowd during the song -- and one of his female fans got a big grab.

Trace Adkins Ready to Resume Touring

Trace Adkins is ready to resume touring again! The country singer took a break from the road earlier this year following the loss of his dad, a stint in rehab and a divorce announcement. On June 5, he'll emerge from his hiatus with a show in Sayreville, N.J.

Scotty McCreery Sends ‘Warning’ to Would-Be Bus Robbers

Scotty McCreery and his tourmates are definitely prepared in case they encounter troublemakers. The singer posted a photo to Twitter showing guns of every size and style, laid out in front of his tour bus.

‘GARTH-FM’ Shut Down By Singer’s Legal Team

Garth Brooks many not have been happy with a radio station that pulled a stunt using his name and likeness. Over Memorial Day weekend, WRKA in Louisville, Ky. started calling themselves GARTH-FM and played all Brooks all the time, until they were told to stop by the hitmaker's legal team.

Jason Aldean Says New Album Coming This Fall

Jason Aldean is currently on his Burn It Down Tour, playing sold-out shows all over the United States. He may not have much down time while he's on tour but he's found time to start working on a new album.