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.
Posted on November 14, 2023
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“I can’t wait to spend an entire weekend in one place with all of No Shoes Nation.”
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Posted on November 14, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I had no business picking lifelong tattoos at 14,” he said.
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Posted on November 14, 2023
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The country star will return to the U.S. after a sold-out run in the U.K. and Ireland.
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Posted on November 14, 2023
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Tenpenny delves into his hottest releases, spills the secrets behind his latest music videos, and shares the stage with the cutest co-stars—rescue puppies!
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Posted on November 14, 2023
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Here are 10 rising female country artists who are breaking boundaries, empowering the genre, and carrying forward the legacy of those who came before them.
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Posted on November 13, 2023
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The upcoming festivals will also feature performances by artists such as Miranda Lambert, Hank Williams Jr., and more.
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Posted on November 13, 2023
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The moving tribute was filmed at the Grand Ole Opry and aired on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
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Posted on November 13, 2023
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Chris said he and Lauren have a “beautiful life” ahead of them.
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Posted on November 13, 2023
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Barmageddon is back with an all-new season of round of rowdy bar games played by celebrity guests. Blake Shelton and Carson Daly…
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Posted on November 10, 2023
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The sibling trio said it was a “blast” working with Zimmerman.
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