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.
Lily Rose To Embark On Headlining Runnin’ Outta Time Tour [Exclusive]
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The run kicks off in Rose’s home state of Georgia this August and runs through the fall.
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Maren Morris Comes Out As Bisexual Amid Pride Month
Posted on June 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Happy to be the B in LGBTQ+,” the Texas native shared.
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Lainey Wilson Becomes The Newest Member Of The Grand Ole Opry: ‘The Biggest Night Of My Life’
Posted on June 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The award-winning singer/songwriter was officially welcomed into the Opry family by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood.
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Thomas Rhett Details New Album, ‘About A Woman,’ Inspired By His Wife, Lauren
Posted on June 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“From top to bottom, I wanted to exude joy and fun with this project
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Matt Stell on Crafting His Most Authentic Music Yet with ‘Born Lonely’: ‘I Wanted It to Be a Passion Project’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Stell poured his heart into this 10-track collection.
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Luke Combs Pens Heartfelt Letter To His Sons Ahead Of ‘The Man He Sees In Me’ Release
Posted on June 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This track serves as the first of many dad songs to come from Combs.
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Morgan Wallen’s ‘One Thing At A Time’ Sets New Record For Most Top 10 Singles In US Country Radio History
Posted on June 4, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
With his latest achievement, Wallen surpasses previous record holders, Luke Combs and Shania Twain.
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Lainey Wilson Announces Major Las Vegas News: ‘Bigger and Better Than Ever’
Posted on June 3, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country sensation is headed to Sin City this December.
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Dwight Yoakam Recovering After Heat Exhaustion Incident at Railbird Festival
Posted on June 3, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Yoakam’s team updated fans on his health emergency over the weekend.
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JUST IN: Morgan Wallen’s Nashville Bar Sets New Grand Opening Date
Posted on May 31, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The opening of This Bar & Tennessee Kitchen was initially postponed, however, a new opening date has been announced.
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