Madeleine O’Connell
Madeleine O’Connell graduated from North Central College with a bachelors degree in Journalism and Broadcast Communications before deciding to pursue her studies further at DePaul University. There, she earned her masters degree in Digital Communication & Media Arts. O’Connell served as a freelance writer for over two years while also interning with the Academy of Country Music, SiriusXM and Circle Media and assisting with Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast. In addition to Country Now, she has been published in American Songwriter, Music Mayhem, and Holler.Country. Madeleine O’Connell is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
Kane Brown Shares Emotional Moment With Young Fan Facing Bullying, Encourages Others To ‘Be Kind’
Posted on September 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star revealed this moment “touched my heart.”
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Fans Deem Carrie Underwood The ‘Queen Of Country And Football’ Following Epic Return To NBC’s Sunday Night Football
Posted on September 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Underwood’s brand-new SNF opening made its debut on Sept. 8.
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Ella Langley Takes Chicago by Storm with Her Biggest Headline Show Yet
Posted on September 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Thank you for making my dreams come true tonight, Chicago,” the country star told the sold-out crowd.
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Jon Pardi Reschedules Two Shows, Drops New Single, ‘Friday Night Heartbreaker’
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Pardi is expected to return to the stage on September 12.
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Exclusive Q&A: John Morgan Talks New Song, ‘Long Ride Home,’ and Life on the Road
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Morgan taps into his small-town, blue-collar roots, capturing the journey of an 18-wheeler truck driver longing to return to his loved one.
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George Strait Proves His ‘King Of Country Music’ Status With 31st Studio Album, ‘Cowboys And Dreamers’
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This album is dedicated to three of Straits close friends and collaborators who passed away this year.
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Exclusive Q&A: Jenna Paulette On Building Out Her New Album, ‘Horseback,’ While On A Journey From Heartbreak To Happiness
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Paulette shares the inspiration behind her new album “Horseback,” and navigating the release while pregnant with her first child.
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Corey Kent Reveals How A Black Bandana Became The Heart Of His Sophomore Album [Exclusive]
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kent initially intended to name the album after his hometown, but an idea sparked at a writer’s retreat led him to change course.
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Category 10: Luke Combs’ New Nashville Hotspot To Open This November
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Category 10 is expected to be the “largest and most versatile” entertainment establishment in Nashville.
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Kane Brown To Receive The Country Champion Award During 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brown will be recognized for his community service and outstanding contributions to country music.
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