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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2014 CMA Awards Best Dressed Pictures
The 2014 CMA Music Awards brought out the best in country music, which also meant the best in fashion. Most country stars dress to the nines for Country Music's Biggest Night, and this year, there were so many who took our breath away!
2014 CMA Awards Worst Dressed Pictures
Sure, high fashion was in attendance at the 2014 CMA Awards, but not everyone got the memo. As much as we love 'em for their music, these folks left a lot to be desired on the red carpet, looks-wise. Do you agree with our picks for the 2014 CMA Awards Worst Dressed list?
2014 CMA Awards Red Carpet Pictures
Country stars put on their very best threads for not only the TV time, but the 2014 CMA Awards red carpet, too! Country Music's Biggest Night brings out the best suits, designer gowns and even a few cowboy hats! Hey, it is country.
Hunter Hayes to Play in Nashville Before the CMA Awards to Honor Servicemen + Women
Hunter Hayes is kicking off the CMA Awards week with a party! The 'Invisible' singer will throw his very own celebration in downtown Nashville on Monday (Nov. 3) with a free show.
Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood Reminisce Over CMA Awards Past in Adorable Commercial [Watch]
With the 2014 CMA Awards just around the corner, six-time hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are feeling nostalgic.
Zac Brown Says It Was an ‘Absolute Honor’ to Record With the Doobie Brothers on ‘Black Water’
The Doobie Brothers country collaboration album, 'Southband,' features a lot of big name country artists. The Zac Brown Band collaborated with the group on their song, 'Black Water,' and it was a dream come true for Zac Brown.
Blake Shelton Is as Crazy as He Seems, the Band Perry Confirm
Now that the Band Perry have been on the road with funny man Blake Shelton, they've discovered just how wild and crazy he really is.
Thomas Rhett Celebrates ‘Get Me Some of That’ Going No. 1
Thomas Rhett has a lot to be thankful for lately. Not only is the 24-year-old singer-songwriter celebrating yet another No. 1 hit with 'Get Me Some of That,' he's just returned from a trip to Italy!
Bucky Covington and Fiancee Welcome Baby Girl
It's a girl for Bucky Covington! The 'American Idol' star and fiancee Katherine Cook welcomed their bundle of joy on Friday (Oct. 10).
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Growing Apart, Divorcing? Blake Says … [NSFW]
Judging by a recent tweet, Blake Shelton is growing pretty tired of tabloids running rumors about his marriage to Miranda Lambert.