Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Laci Kaye Booth; Photo by Natalie Sakstrup

Laci Kaye Booth Unveils Highly Anticipated New Track, ‘Daddy’s Mugshot,’ Ahead Of Grand Ole Opry Debut

Posted on March 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of this song for weeks.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by Tanner Johnson

Tucker Wetmore Offers Final Preview Of Debut Album With The Clever Heartbreak Anthem, ‘Casino’

Posted on March 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This new track is quickly gaining traction with Wetmore’s rapidly growing fanbase.

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Photo Courtesy Of Jordan Davis

LISTEN: Jordan Davis Faces Heartache Head-On In New Single, ‘Bar None’

Posted on March 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This new tune serves as the second single off his upcoming album.

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Cole Swindell; Photo by Robby Klein

Cole Swindell Announces Fifth Studio Album, ‘Spanish Moss’

Posted on March 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country hitmaker will unveil the title track this Friday, March 28.

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Samantha Ray, Carrie Underwood; Photos via ABC, American Idol

Samantha Ray Brings Carrie Underwood To Tears Over Tribute To Late Sister On ‘American Idol’

Posted on March 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Ray shared a stunning cover of Lee Ann Womack’s “I Hope You Dance.”

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Randy Rogers Band; Photo by Peter Zavadil

Randy Rogers Opens Up About Kicking Off A New Musical Chapter With Randy Rogers Band’s New Single, ‘Break Itself’ [Exclusive]

Posted on March 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Rogers says the band has been holding onto this song for a while, waiting for the perfect moment to release it.

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Anne Wilson, Morgan Wallen; Photos Provided

Anne Wilson Opens Up About the Moment She Got the Call to Tour with Morgan Wallen [Exclusive]

Posted on March 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The female star is over the moon for this opportunity as Wallen is her “all-time favorite artist.”

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Megan Moroney; Photo by Scott Kowalchyk ©2025 CBS Broadcasting Inc.

Megan Moroney Is ‘Dressed To The Nines’ For ‘Colbert’ Debut With ‘Break It Right Back’

Posted on March 26, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Break It Right Back” is featured on the deluxe version of Moroney’s sophomore album.

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Photo Courtesy Riley Green

Riley Green Recalls The Gig That Made Him Realize He Could Make It In Country Music

Posted on March 26, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Green thought no one would show up to first real gig.

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Ashland Craft; Photo by Emily Quirk

WATCH: Ashland Craft’s ‘Lie A Little’ Comes To Life In A High-Stakes, Honky-Tonk Music Video

Posted on March 26, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“This song is all about that laid-back, take-it-or-leave-it attitude,” she explains.

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