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.
Kelsea Ballerini Surprises Fans With ‘PATTERNS (DELUXE)’ Album
Posted on February 27, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ballerini delivered the live debut of one of the new tracks during her recent stop in Texas.
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Exclusive Q&A: Greylan James Talks ‘Wait Til You Have Kids,’ And Upcoming Album Plans
Posted on February 26, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The rising star also opens up about touring with Ashley Cooke.
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Michael Ray Returns To Social Media With Major Life Update
Posted on February 26, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Michael promises, “it’s about to be even more wild than ever before.”
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Nate Smith & HARDY Team Up For Hilarious and Hard-Hitting New Anthem, ‘Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend’
Posted on February 25, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Having him join me on this song is truly humbling,” Smith shared of working with HARDY.
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Jelly Roll And Eric Church Share Untold Stories Of Their Careers During Powerful Conversation
Posted on February 25, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This unfiltered conversation was a highlight of Country Radio Seminar in Nashville.
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Parker McCollum Invites Laci Kaye Booth To Make Her Opry Debut
Posted on February 25, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star surprised Booth with the news during their recent stop in Cedar Rapids, IA.
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Kelsea Ballerini Pauses Concert To Shut Down A Negative Trend
Posted on February 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We have to stop saying that. Seriously,” Kelsea told her audience.
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Tucker Wetmore Announces Debut Album, ‘What Not To,’ Drops Next Single, ‘3,2,1’
Posted on February 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Tucker shared the news before performing one of his most personal songs to date.
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Priscilla Block, Lily Rose & More Light Up Country Now Live for St. Jude
Posted on February 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans braved the incoming snowstorm for an unforgettable night of music—all for a great cause!
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Kameron Marlowe Embraces Heartbreak In ‘Sad Songs for the Soul:’ ‘I Want People to Feel Something’ [Exclusive]
Posted on February 21, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The powerhouse vocalist opens up about his new album, and why he’s drawn to writing heartbreak anthems.
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