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.

Drew Baldridge; Photo by Russ Harrington

Drew Baldridge Reflects On Independent Journey To Radio Success With ‘She’s Somebody’s Daughter’ [Exclusive]

Posted on June 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The tender song has officially cracked the Top 15 at country radio.

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Shaboozey, Megan Moroney, Tucker Wetmore, Dasha; Photos Provided

14 Best Country Songs Of Summer 2024 

Posted on June 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

These are the songs of summer 2024.

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Tim McGraw; Photos via Instagram

WATCH: Tim McGraw Receives Unexpected Surprise From Tug McGraw Fan During Meet And Greet

Posted on June 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“This will pass down to our generations,” McGraw admitted of the incredibly special gift.

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Lainey Wilson; Photo Courtesy Lainey Wilson, Instagram

Lainey Wilson Debuts Reflective ‘Out of Oklahoma’ From Upcoming ‘Twisters: The Album’

Posted on June 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wilson admits she “couldn’t pass up” the opportunity to write a song for the ‘Twisters’ movie.

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Jason Kelce; Photo Courtesy New Heights / YouTube

Jason Kelce Calls Out The Current State Of Country Music: ‘I Am Tired Of Country Music And What It Has Become’

Posted on June 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The former Super Bowl champ shares his true thoughts on current country music.

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Lainey Wilson; Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson, Luke Bryan; Photo by Jim Wright, Trisha Yearwood; Photo by Russ Harrington

Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, Trisha Yearwood & More Named Special Award Honorees For 17th ACM Honors

Posted on June 18, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The 17th ACM Honors will take place a the Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

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Logan Crosby; Photo by Drew DeSirey / Sean Roberts

Logan Crosby To Embark On First-Ever Headlining Tour This September

Posted on June 18, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The forthcoming trek coincides with the release of his debut album.

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Priscilla Block; Photo by Britton Webb

Priscilla Block Prepares To Unleash New Musical Era With ‘PB2’ EP

Posted on June 18, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The five-song project drops this Friday, June 21.

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Corey Kent; Photo by Templin Hammack

Corey Kent Announces First-Ever Headlining Tour: ‘I’m So Excited’

Posted on June 17, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The Black Bandana tour features dates across U.S. and U.K.

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Luke Bryan; Photo by Jim Wright

LISTEN: Luke Bryan Celebrates Small-Town Life In New Song, ‘Mind of A Country Boy’

Posted on June 17, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The song offers a preview of the new music Bryan has in store for later this year.

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