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.
Blake Shelton Reflects On George Strait’s Longtime Influence On His Career
Posted on January 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“He’s been a constant presence my entire country music fan life,” Shelton said of the country music great.
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Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum To Highlight Shaboozey, Megan Moroney, Post Malone, Cody Johnson & More
Posted on January 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The exhibit will celebrate the “continued expansion of country.”
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Kane Brown Taps Tourmates Ashley Cooke, Mitchell Tenpenny, Scotty McCreery & DASHA For ‘Says I Can (The High Road Tour Version)’
Posted on January 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This new song perfectly lays the foundation for Kane Brown’s 2025 tour.
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Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman Reveals A Major Secret About Her Marriage: ‘Nobody Knew’
Posted on January 28, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Schlapman has been keeping a big secret for more than 18 years.
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Chris Stapleton And Wife Morgane’s Charitable Fund, Outlaw State Of Kind, Donates $1 Million To Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
Posted on January 28, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Join us in supporting however you can…”
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Five Fun Facts About Kane Brown’s New Album, ‘The High Road’
Posted on January 27, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This 18-track collection is Brown’s best work yet.
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LANCO Shares the Stories Behind Their Raw and Real New Album ‘We’re Gonna Make It’ [Exclusive]
Posted on January 27, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…it kind of became this autobiographical thing that became important to us.”
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Luke Bryan Announces 30+ City 2025 Country Song Came On Tour
Posted on January 27, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The upcoming trek will feature an array of special guests, including George Birge, Vincent Mason, and more.
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Parmalee Falls For A ‘Cowgirl’ In New Single
Posted on January 27, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks the debut track from Parmalee’s forthcoming album, “Fell In Love With A Cowgirl.”
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John Morgan Readies Debut Album, ‘Carolina Blue’
Posted on January 26, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I hope there’s relatability in the songs we chose and that the lyrics within them strike a chord…”
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