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.

Nate Smith; Photo by Kaiser Cunningham

Nate Smith’s Candid Post Reveals Struggles of Balancing Music and Social Media: ‘I Am Absolutely Exhausted Trying To Be Cool’

Posted on September 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I don’t think people realize the amount of pressure us artists face,” Smith admitted in a candid Instagram post.

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Shenandoah, Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan; Photos Provided

LISTEN: Shenandoah Teams Up With Jason Aldean And Luke Bryan For A Modern Spin On Classic Hit, ‘Sunday In The South’

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The group expressed that Bryan and Aldean “couldn’t have been a better fit” for this song.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by Jarrod Anthonee

LISTEN: Tucker Wetmore’s ‘Silverado Blue’ Depicts The Reality Of Young Love

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wetmore recently showcased the new song during his Grand Ole Opry debut.

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Sam Hunt and Family; Photo Courtesy Sam Hunt

WATCH: Sam Hunt Offers Rare Glimpse Into Family Life With New Music Video for ‘Country House’

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Making this video is a memory I will hold dear,” Hunt shared.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Parker McCollum On Leaving His Reckless Days Behind and Writing ‘What Kinda Man’ [Exclusive]

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I needed to clean up my act,” McCollum admits, reflecting on the time before he met his wife, Hallie Ray.

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Scotty McCreery, Callista Clark; Photo Provided

WATCH: Callista Clark And Scotty McCreery Unite For ‘Gettin’ Old’ Music Video

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The artists’ new duet comes to life in this Roman White-directed clip.

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Kelsea Ballerini; Photo by Catherine Powell

Kelsea Ballerini Sells Out Madison Square Garden: ‘Pretty Speechless’

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country singer received the milestone news on her birthday.

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Firerose; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Billy Ray Cyrus’ Ex-Wife, FIREROSE, Gives Health Update Following ‘Life-Threatening’ Diagnosis

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m so profoundly grateful to be alive,” she said.

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Luke Combs, Post Malone; Photos via Instagram, Luke Combs

Luke Combs Reacts To Post Malone Rocking ‘Bootleg’ Merchandise On Stage

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Combs playfully picked fun at Post Malone’s look on Instagram.

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Jon Bon Jovi; Photo Credit Metro Nashville Police, Mark Seliger

Jon Bon Jovi Responsible For Saving A Woman’s Life In Nashville

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It takes all of us to help keep each other safe,” Metro Police Chief John Drake shared after the incident.

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