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.

Noah Thompson, HunterGirl; Photo Courtesy Instagram,

WATCH: Noah Thompson And HunterGirl Reunite On The ‘American Idol’ Stage

Posted on April 24, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The pair debuted their duet version of Thompson’s debut single, “One Day Tonight.”

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Morgan Wallen; Photo by David Lehr

BREAKING: Morgan Wallen Abruptly Cancels Mississippi Concert, Issues Statement: ‘I’m So Sorry’

Posted on April 23, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“My voice is shot,” the country star shared on social media.

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Drew Parker With Wife, Mallory; Photo Courtesy Drew Parker

LISTEN: Drew Parker Duets With His Wife, Mallory, On ‘King Of Country Music’

Posted on April 23, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The song will be featured on Parker’s forthcoming EP.

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Colbie Caillat, Jameson Rodgers, Erin Kinsey; Photos Provided

New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Colbie Caillat, Jameson Rodgers, Erin Kinsey, & More

Posted on April 21, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

This new set of music covers heartbreak, love stories and coastal jams.

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Koe Wetzel, Ella Langley; Photo Provided

Ella Langley Unveils A Toxic Love Story In New Song, ‘That’s Why We Fight’ With Koe Wetzel

Posted on April 21, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’ve been a fan of Koe for a long time, and it was really cool he jammed on it,” Langley says of the collab.

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Morgan Evans; Photo by Chady Awad

Morgan Evans’ New EP Depicts His Recent Journey Which Can Only Be Described As, ‘Life Upside Down’

Posted on April 21, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Country Now caught up with Evans to chat about the project.

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Danielle Bradbery; Photo by Anna Clary

Danielle Bradbery Opens Up About New Music On The ‘Pupdate’

Posted on April 20, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Bradbery cuddled with puppies while she dished on what’s to come in her career.

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Luke Combs; Photo by David Bergman

Luke Combs’ ‘Fast Car’ Cover Is A Streaming Giant

Posted on April 20, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

As of April 18, the song has raked in over 46 million worldwide streams.

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Carly Pearce; Photo by Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images for CMT

Carly Pearce Is ‘Thankful’ She No Longer Has To Write About Divorce

Posted on April 20, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Pearce is ready to embark on her next musical chapter.

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Chase Matthew; Photo by Robby Klein

WATCH: Chase Matthew Battles Heartbreak In ‘Come Get Your Memory’ Video

Posted on April 19, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The song is the title track off Matthew’s forthcoming album.

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