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.

Photo Courtesy Jennifer Nettles

Jennifer Nettles Lands Acting Role In New Action Horror Series, ‘The Bondsman’

Posted on January 30, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Things are happening, fam,” she wrote alongside the news.

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Reba; Photo by Justin McIntosh

Reba McEntire To Executive Produce And Star In New Comedy Sitcom Pilot On NBC

Posted on January 30, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

McEntire is heading back to the small screen.

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Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie; Photo Courtesy American Idol, ABC/Eric McCandless

Luke Bryan Shares Hometown Highlights With Fellow American Idol Judges

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country superstar returned to his hometown of Leesburg, GA with Katy Perry and Lionel Richie in tow.

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Conner Smith Releases Long-Awaited Debut Album, ‘Smoky Mountains,’ Celebrates With Sold-Out Hometown Concert

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“This album feels like just the beginning,” the rising star admits.

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Loretta Lynn, Son Ernest Ray; Photo Courtesy of Loretta Lynn/Facebook

Family Of Loretta Lynn Offers Latest Health Update On Her Son, Ernest Ray

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Ernest recently underwent life-saving surgery after suffering kidney failure.

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Chris Stapleton; Photo by Acacia Evans, CMA

Chris Stapleton Scores Fourth Career No. 1 With ‘White Horse’

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The standout track appears on the superstar’s newest album, “Higher.”

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Ashley Cooke; Photo by Brayln Kelly

Ashley Cooke Breaks Down The Story Of ‘Your Place’

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising star also shared details surrounding the just-released music video.

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Bailey Zimmerman; Photo Provided

Bailey Zimmerman Sparks Intrigue With Mysterious 15-Second Emoji-Titled Song On Spotify

Posted on January 26, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Zimmerman has piqued curiosity among fans with a cryptic 15-second song teaser on Spotify.

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Randall King; Photo by Yve Assad

Randall King Steps ‘Into The Neon’ And Returns To His Roots On New Album

Posted on January 26, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I think sticking to your roots is always the move,” King explains.

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Morgan Wallen; Photo by David Lehr

Morgan Wallen Drops Surprise Re-Recording Of ‘Spin You Around,’ Sheds Light On The ‘Dark Side Of Music Business’

Posted on January 26, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star is sharing his story in hopes that other aspiring artists won’t make the same mistake.

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