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.
Country Music Icon George Strait Sets Record With 110,905 Fans At Kyle Field: Largest Single Concert In U.S. History
Posted on June 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This is Strait’s first and only stadium show in the Lone Star State this year.
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Kenny Chesney Earns 36th No. 1 At Country Radio With ‘Take Her Home’
Posted on June 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chesney is on his way to becoming the record-holder for the most Top 10 singles on the Country Airplay Chart.
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LISTEN: George Strait’s New Song Serves As A Reminder To Slow Down And Enjoy ‘The Little Things’
Posted on June 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks the second release from Strait’s forthcoming “Cowboys And Dreamers” album.
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Carly Pearce Lights Up ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ With Empowering ‘Woman To Woman’ Performance
Posted on June 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This new song appears on Pearce’s just-released “Hummingbird” album.
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Luke Combs’ Chronicles His Journey With Parenthood In New ‘Fathers & Sons’ Album
Posted on June 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The project features 12 tracks that signify some of Combs’ most personal songwriting to date.
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Jelly Roll Recalls Unsuccessful Runs-Ins With The Law On ‘Howard Stern’: ‘I Was The Worst Criminal Ever’
Posted on June 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jelly Roll’s appearance on The Howard Stern Show prompted stories from his teenage years behind bars.
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Luke Combs Hilariously Reacts To His Doppelgängers While Chatting With Theo Von
Posted on June 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Combs shared his thoughts on the growing number of fans who claim to look like him.
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Noah Thompson Shares Major Career Update With Fans: ‘This Is Just The Beginning’
Posted on June 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country singer discussed the status of his next set of releases and revealed he is adding a major feat to his songwriting resume.
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The Morgan Wallen Foundation Donates $100,000 Towards The Renovation Of Two Local Tennessee Baseball Fields
Posted on June 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This project hits close to home for Wallen who was very familiar with the local baseball fields growing up.
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Cole Swindell Marries Courtney Little in Intimate California Wedding
Posted on June 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Swindells officially tied the knot on June 12, 2024.
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