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.
George Strait Proves His ‘King Of Country Music’ Status With 31st Studio Album, ‘Cowboys And Dreamers’
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This album is dedicated to three of Straits close friends and collaborators who passed away this year.
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Exclusive Q&A: Jenna Paulette On Building Out Her New Album, ‘Horseback,’ While On A Journey From Heartbreak To Happiness
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Paulette shares the inspiration behind her new album “Horseback,” and navigating the release while pregnant with her first child.
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Corey Kent Reveals How A Black Bandana Became The Heart Of His Sophomore Album [Exclusive]
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kent initially intended to name the album after his hometown, but an idea sparked at a writer’s retreat led him to change course.
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Category 10: Luke Combs’ New Nashville Hotspot To Open This November
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Category 10 is expected to be the “largest and most versatile” entertainment establishment in Nashville.
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Kane Brown To Receive The Country Champion Award During 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards
Posted on September 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brown will be recognized for his community service and outstanding contributions to country music.
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Zach Top Serves Up The Fun With New Single, ‘Beer For Breakfast’
Posted on September 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Don’t go looking for some deep message in this song,” Top notes.
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Stagecoach 2025 Lineup: Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, and More Set to Perform
Posted on September 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This year’s Stagecoach lineup is more diverse than ever, featuring an array of artists across various genres.
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‘The Voice’ Finalist Jacquie Roar Performs With Jelly Roll After Chance Encounter at Oregon State Penitentiary
Posted on September 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Roar became a bit emotional over this “full-circle” moment and admitted getting the chance to share the stage with him was “such an honor.”
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Chris Stapleton Enlists ‘The Wire’ Actor Andre Royo for Cinematic ‘Think I’m In Love With You’ Video
Posted on September 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Stapleton even makes a cameo in the music video as a cemetery worker.
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LISTEN: Noah Hicks And Shaylen Debate Giving Love A Second Chance In New Duet, ‘Second Time Around’
Posted on September 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It shows a bit of a different side of me,” Hicks admits of the song.
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