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.
Hudson Westbrook’s New Song, ‘Mine Tomorrow’ Is A Heart-Melting Ode To Lasting Love
Posted on February 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new release comes amid Westbrook’s soaring headline tour.
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17-Year-Old Ty Myers On His ‘Old Soul’ And Why Maturity Has Always Mattered To Him
Posted on February 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve always wanted to be the most mature person in the room…”
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Kameron Marlowe Donates To Young Boys’ Viral Fort-Building Mission
Posted on February 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It just kind of reminds me of my childhood and the stuff that I used to do with my friends,” said Marlowe.
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Krystal Keith Shares Heartfelt Tribute To Her Father, Toby Keith, On The Anniversary Of His Passing
Posted on February 5, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It feels like yesterday we said goodbye,” Krystal shared.
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Lauren Alaina Celebrates One Year Of Marriage With Husband Cam Arnold
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I definitely picked the right husband,” shared Alaina.
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Sabrina Carpenter Surprises Fans With a Dolly Parton Collaboration On Upcoming Deluxe Album
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The biggest surprise of all is that a collaboration with the one and only, Dolly Parton…”
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Miranda Lambert Responds To Fan Backlash Over Morgan Wallen Tour By Reading ‘Mean Tweets’
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
One user claimed, “You are not a side dish. You are a main course.”
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WATCH: Kelsea Ballerini Jumps Out Of Her Seat As Contestant Covers Her Song On ‘The Voice’
Posted on February 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is my song!”
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Kelsea Ballerini & Noah Kahan Poke Fun At Their Award Show Losing Streak
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m on a losing high right now,” joked Kahan.
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Lee Brice Unpacks The Powerful Meaning Behind ‘Cry,’ Teases His ‘Best Record’ Yet [Exclusive]
Posted on February 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brice is currently on his You, Me & My Guitar Tour.
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