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.
Rodney Atkins Shares Full-Circle Moment With 22-Year-Old Son, Elijah, Who Inspired His Hit Song, ‘Watching You’
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Will the talented father-son pair be releasing a new version of the hit song?
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Exclusive Q&A: Demps Talks Debut Single, ‘Bitch On Wine,’ And Her Exciting New Career Path
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Her debut single was co-written by Kelsea Ballerini, Nicolle Galyon and Jimmy Robbins.
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Ashley Cooke Celebrates Career-First No. 1 With ‘Your Place’
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Thank you to every single person who’s had a hand in getting this thing up the chart,” Cooke shared.
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Dylan Scott Honors His Louisiana Hometown With Gratitude-Filled Song, ‘I Owe You One’
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This new track was written by Morgan Wallen, Ernest K. Smith, Ashley Gorley, and Mark Holman.
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Corey Kent Plots Sophomore Album, ‘Black Bandana,’ Shares Tender New Track, ‘Never Ready’
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This album is expected to pull from Kent’s real-life experiences.
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Peytan Porter Reflects On Closing An Important Musical Chapter With Release Of ‘In My Head: The Lost Songs’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 24, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
These tracks celebrate Porter’s past while opening the doors for her next era.
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LISTEN: Chase Rice Shares A Raw Look Into His Musical Journey In ‘Go Down Singin”
Posted on June 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks a new chapter in Rice’s career as the song will be featured on the artist’s forthcoming independent album.
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Roman Alexander Turns Gray Skies Blue With His New Summertime Breakup Anthem, ‘Sad Song Summer’
Posted on June 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
When I heard ’Sad Song Summer’ for the first time, I knew it was a ‘must’ to record,” Alexander shared.
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Ella Langley And Riley Green Capture The Magic Of A Barroom Romance In New Song, ‘You Look Like You Love Me’
Posted on June 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks the fourth song released as a preview of Langley’s forthcoming debut album.
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LISTEN: Bryce Leatherwood Reflects On Life’s Hardest Learned Lessons In Insightful New Track, ‘Still Learning’
Posted on June 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“A huge part of growing up is learning lessons the hard way, not always getting it right,” reflects Leatherwood.
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