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
Taylor Swift Admits She’s ‘Dead’ Following Compliment From Madonna
Is Madonna a closeted Swiftie? Basically. The Queen of Pop recently opened up about her love of pop's new princess, Taylor Swift, paying her a huge compliment.
Kenny Chesney Sells Out Both Big Revival Tour Kickoff Shows
Kenny Chesney is kicking off his Big Revival Tour with two huge Nashville shows. Fans in Music City were so eager to grab tickets to the event, that both shows have officially sold out.
Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan Will Fill AT&T Stadium With Their Egos at ACM Awards
The 2015 ACM Awards will be held live in AT&T Stadium -- the 55,000-seat home of the Dallas Cowboys -- making this the largest live awards show ever.
Sam Hunt Brings ‘Take Your Time’ to TV With Soulful Performance on ‘Ellen’ [Watch]
Before his tour kicks off this week, Sam Hunt had a little dress rehearsal, singing his new single 'Take Your Time' on 'Ellen.' The always-encouraging hostess even bragged about the country newcomer's accomplishments before he took the stage.
Chase Rice the Romantic: Singer Shows Sweet Side in ‘Gonna Wanna Tonight’ Video
Chase Rice's 'Gonna Wannna Tonight' video shows a different side of the singer: a sweet, sensitive side.
Blake Shelton and Jimmy Fallon Take the Whisper Challenge [Watch]
Blake Shelton stopped by 'The Tonight Show' with host Jimmy Fallon and, as always, it was hilarious.
Carrie Underwood’s Baby Belly Also Serves Snacks!
Now that Carrie Underwood's baby bump is just about fully loaded, she's found a delicious use for it! When she needs a little snack, Underwood can her belly as a snack tray.
No, Jason Aldean Isn’t Married Yet … But Soon
Jason Aldean has always been the subject of much chatter, and lately, the buzz has been all about his impending wedding to fiancee Brittany Kerr. Despite rumors, the two lovebirds have not said "I do" yet, but it seems they will very soon!
Blake Shelton Addresses ‘Rivalry’ With Adam Levine in Funny ‘SNL’ Promo [Watch]
Blake Shelton is lined up to both host and perform on 'Saturday Night Live' this Saturday night (Jan. 24).
Grand Opening Date Set for George Jones Museum
Beginning in April, country music fans will have the opportunity to get an in-depth look at the life and career of the late George Jones.