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.
Post Malone Brings the Party to Boston with Surprise Guests HARDY and ERNEST at Fenway Park
Posted on September 19, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Posty “had some help” from a few of his country music friends in Boston on Wednesday night.
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Mae Estes Redefines The Term ‘Good Ol’ Boys’ with Heart-Wrenching Ballad About Betrayal and Abuse
Posted on September 19, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This is country music storytelling at its finest.
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Clay Walker Reflects On His Iconic Country Music Journey Ahead Of Bucket List Red Rocks Performance [Exclusive]
Posted on September 19, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Walker spoke with Country Now to look back on key moments in his career and discuss connecting with a new generation of country music fans.
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Lainey Wilson Celebrates Grand Opening Of Bell Bottoms Up With Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Rooftop Performance
Posted on September 18, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Bell Bottoms Up is a dream come true,” Wilson admitted.
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Morgan Wallen, ERNEST & HARDY Perform At The T.J. Martell Foundation’s 49th Annual New York Honors Gala
Posted on September 18, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The event raised $2.6 million, setting a new record as the foundation’s most successful gala.
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Parker McCollum Placed On Vocal Rest, Postpones Upcoming Virginia Show
Posted on September 18, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I want to keep giving that stage everything I’ve got every night,” the Texas native shared.
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Walker Montgomery Honors His Dad, John Michael Montgomery, With New Version Of ‘I Love The Way You Love Me’
Posted on September 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
John Michael Montgomery admitted he was a “proud dad” following the release of the song.
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Cody Johnson Announces Long-Awaited Duet With Carrie Underwood, ‘I’m Gonna Love You’
Posted on September 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
After a year of teasing this collaboration, it will finally be released next week.
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Brett Eldredge Announces New Holiday Album, Shares Festive Track, ‘Sweet December’ Featuring Kelly Clarkson
Posted on September 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The forthcoming project aims to get listeners into the holiday spirit with eight festive originals.
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Miranda Lambert Reveals Why She Held Onto Her Vulnerable Song ‘Run’ For 10 Years
Posted on September 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I wasn’t ever ready to perform it until now… “
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