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.

Shaboozey; Photo by Daniel Prakopcyk

Shaboozey Scores First-Ever No. 1 On Billboard Hot 100 Chart With ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’

Posted on July 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising act took a moment to reflect on seeing his wildest dreams finally coming true.

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Caleigh Hardy, HARDY; Photo Courtesy of HARDY, Instagram

The Story Behind HARDY’s ‘SIX FEET UNDER (Caleigh’s Song)’

Posted on July 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s my first real love song I wrote for my wife,” HARDY says of the track.

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Wynonna Judd; Photo Provided

Wynonna Judd To Return To Las Vegas For ‘The Greatest Hits’ Celebration

Posted on July 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The trio of shows will take place this December during NFR week.

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Muscadine Bloodline; Photo by Jay Siske

Muscadine Bloodline Readies ‘Strongest’ Album Yet: ‘The Coastal Plain’

Posted on July 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The duo promises that their music is the “strongest it’s ever been.”

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Megan Moroney, Kenny Chesney; Photo by Allister Ann, Courtesy Kenny Chesney

WATCH: Kenny Chesney And Megan Moroney Light Up The Stage With ‘You And Tequila’ Duet

Posted on July 2, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Chesney says he feels “pure joy” when singing with Moroney.

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Shaboozey performs onstage during the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024 in Los Angeles, California; Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

Shaboozey Brings Honky Tonk Vibes to BET Awards with ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy),’ Announces Headline Tour

Posted on July 2, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Shaboozey’s hot streak continues!

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Mason Ramsey; Photo by Working Holiday

Mason Ramsey Unveils Two New Songs In Preparation For Second Leg Of Headlining Tour

Posted on July 2, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Both “All The Way To Memphis” and “How Do I Know If I’m In Love?” find Ramsey wearing his heart on his sleeve.

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Nate Smith, Ashley Cooke, Tyler Hubbard, Warren Zeiders; Photos Provided

Top 10 Country Songs Of 2024 (So Far)

Posted on July 2, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

These are the most-played country songs of 2024 (so far), according to the Mediabase/Country Aircheck chart.

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Lainey Wilson with The Rolling Stones; Photo via Instagram

WATCH: Lainey Wilson Joins The Rolling Stones To Perform ‘Dead Flowers’ In Chicago

Posted on July 1, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I got to hang out with rockstars of all rockstars last night,” Wilson excitedly shared.

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Luke Bryan; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Luke Bryan Pays Homage To Fallen Michigan Sheriff With Moving Performance Of ‘Drink A Beer’

Posted on July 1, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We’re gonna send this out to him and his family,” he shared from the stage.

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