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.

Meghan Patrick; Photos via Instagram

Meghan Patrick’s ‘Iconic’ New Tattoo Has Everyone Talking

Posted on March 28, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The singer/songwriter reveals the hilarious way she copes with what feels like a never-ending issue for musicians.

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Covenant School; Photo Courtesy Metro Nashville Police Dept

Members Of Country Music Community Share Thoughts & Prayers Following Nashville School Shooting

Posted on March 27, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Absolutely devastating…”

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Lindsay Ell, Tyler Booth, Alana Springsteen; Photos Provided

New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Lindsay Ell, Tyler Booth, Alana Springsteen & More

Posted on March 27, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Dive into this weekly roundup of new country songs.

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Carly Pearce, Kelsea Ballerini; Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images

Carly Pearce Is ‘Proud’ Of Kelsea Ballerini For ‘Laying It All Out There’ Amid Divorce

Posted on March 25, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Pearce knows what it’s like to go through a public divorce, so she has Ballerini’s back.

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Madeline Merlo; Photo by The Dwyers

Madeline Merlo Reflects On Heartbreak In Powerful New Song, ‘Same Car’

Posted on March 25, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Same Car” tells a vulnerable story about getting your heart broken in the same place you fell in love.

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Jeremy McComb; Photo by Will Jordan

Jeremy McComb Partners With Blue Ice Vodka To Launch Tour

Posted on March 25, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“This is a dream partnership for me,” shares McComb.

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Lainey Wilson; Photo by: Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal

WATCH: Lainey Wilson Sings The First Song She Ever Wrote, ‘Lucky Me’

Posted on March 23, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Lainey Wilson’s talent began to shine at just 9 years old.

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Elle King; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Elle King On How Country Music Allowed Her To Reconnect With Her Roots In Latest Album, ‘Come Get Your Wife’

Posted on March 22, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

This project features fan-favorites like “Try Jesus,” “Tulsa,” “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home,” and more.

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Neal McCoy, Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire; Photos Provided

Six Country Stars Who Could Replace Blake Shelton On ‘The Voice’

Posted on March 22, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Blake Shelton’s time on “The Voice” is coming to an end.

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Carly Pearce; Photo by Chris Hollo, Grand Ole Opry

Carly Pearce Reveals Plans To Commemorate 100th Opry Performance

Posted on March 22, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

This will mark a milestone performance for the country star.

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