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.
Country Legend Jeannie Seely Mourns the Loss Of Her Beloved Husband
Posted on December 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“My heart is broken now, but I am so grateful for the 15 years I had with Gene,” Seely shared.
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Country Next: 10 Artists To Watch In 2025
Posted on December 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
These artists are redefining the country music genre with their talent, stories, and early success.
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Morgan Wallen Pleads Guilty To Two Misdemeanor Charges, Sentenced To Two-Year Probation
Posted on December 12, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen appears in court eight months after throwing a chair off a six-story building downtown Nashville.
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Randy Houser Drops New Version Of 2022’s ‘Still That Cowboy’ With Featured Vocals By Miranda Lambert
Posted on November 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve always wanted to have Miranda sing on this song because I could hear her voice on it with me,” Houser shares.
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Kane Brown And Wife, Katelyn, Unite For Steamy New Duet, ‘Body Talk’
Posted on November 25, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This track is intimate and captures the connection between a husband and wife,” Brown explains.
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LISTEN: Tourmates Gavin Adcock and Vincent Mason Unite For First-Ever Collaboration, ‘Almost Gone’
Posted on November 22, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The rising stars come together to tackle lessons in heartbreak.
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Jameson Rodgers Talks Creative Rebirth and Rediscovering His Passion with His New Independent EP, ‘JAMO’ [Exclusive]
Posted on November 22, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Rodgers took a step back from releasing music and “learned a lot” about himself in the process.
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Carrie Underwood Shocks CMA Awards Crowd With Surprise Duet Of ‘I’m Gonna Love You’ Alongside Cody Johnson
Posted on November 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This unexpected performance won over the CMA Awards crowd.
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Ashley McBryde Honors Kris Kristofferson with Emotional ‘Help Me Make It Through The Night’ Tribute at 2024 CMA Awards
Posted on November 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kristofferson was a huge influence on McBryde.
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Jelly Roll Joins Brooks & Dunn In Moving ‘Believe’ Performance At 2024 CMA Awards
Posted on November 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This was undoubtedly one of the night’s most anticipated moments.
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