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.
Sabrina Carpenter Surprises Fans With a Dolly Parton Collaboration On Upcoming Deluxe Album
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The biggest surprise of all is that a collaboration with the one and only, Dolly Parton…”
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Miranda Lambert Responds To Fan Backlash Over Morgan Wallen Tour By Reading ‘Mean Tweets’
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
One user claimed, “You are not a side dish. You are a main course.”
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WATCH: Kelsea Ballerini Jumps Out Of Her Seat As Contestant Covers Her Song On ‘The Voice’
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is my song!”
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Kelsea Ballerini & Noah Kahan Poke Fun At Their Award Show Losing Streak
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m on a losing high right now,” joked Kahan.
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Lee Brice Unpacks The Powerful Meaning Behind ‘Cry,’ Teases His ‘Best Record’ Yet [Exclusive]
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brice is currently on his You, Me & My Guitar Tour.
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Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Emmy Russell Welcomes First Child, Faces Health Complications in Hospital
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
It was a really, really tough situation and she’s still here in the hospital,” Russell’s partner, Ward shared.
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Priscilla Block To Headline Country Now Live Benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The February 18 event will also feature performances by Lily Rose, Vincent Mason, Adam Doleac and Demps.
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Chris Janson On New Song, ‘Stay Rowdy’: ‘This Is A Song That I’ve Been Wanting To Write For A While’ [Exclusive]
Posted on January 31, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The chorus hooks people in and it just feels good,” he shares of the just-released track.
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Rascal Flatts Return To Radio With New Jonas Brothers Collaboration, ‘I Dare You’
Posted on January 31, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This single marks the start of a new chapter for the country legends.
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Morgan Wallen Flips The Script In New Song, ‘I’m The Problem’
Posted on January 31, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Hear the title track of Wallen’s highly anticipated new album.
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