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 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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Ashley Cooke Reveals How ‘All I Forgot,’ Her Collab with Joe Jonas, Came to Life [Exclusive]
Posted on February 21, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cooke describes Jonas as “the best partner” throughout the process of creating their duet.
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Jon Pardi Shares Sweet Tribute To Daughter Presley On Her 2nd Birthday—And Previews a New Song
Posted on February 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The father of two shared a teaser of the song “She Drives Away” from his forthcoming new album.
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RaeLynn’s 2012 Single ‘Boyfriend’ Goes Viral And Fans Learn They’ve Been Singing The Wrong Lyric All Along
Posted on February 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s 11 years later and a drama breakup song I wrote at 17 is trending…”
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Watershed Music Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup: Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley & Bailey Zimmerman To Headline
Posted on February 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The star-studded event will take place Friday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 3.
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Exclusive Q&A: Mason Ramsey Talks New Duet with Harper Grace, ‘Live Lonely,’ And Just-Announced Headlining Tour
Posted on February 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ramsey is starting off the year with a bang.
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Ashley Cooke Takes Chicago by Storm With a Sold-Out, Unforgettable Show
Posted on February 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It is damn good to be back in Chicago, IL…”
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