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.
Posted on December 14, 2022
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Blake Shelton has walked away from season 22 of The Voice with yet another win under his belt. He couldn’t contain his…
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Posted on December 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Luke Combs recently wrapped up The Middle Of Somewhere Tour, and with a little help from his openers, Jordan Davis…
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Posted on December 13, 2022
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Luke Grimes is widely known for playing the leading role of Kayce Dutton on the hit TV show, Yellowstone, but in…
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Posted on December 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
It’s no secret that Dolly Parton’s talented vocals and iconic style have made her a star. She typically sports big…
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Posted on December 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chase Rice’s recent announcement proves that he is preparing for a busy year ahead. On Monday (Dec. 12), he revealed…
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Posted on December 12, 2022
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Luke Combs recently took to social media to share a clip of an unreleased song titled, “Tattoo On A Sunburn.”…
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Posted on December 12, 2022
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Scotty McCreery has unveiled the news that next year, he will embark on his headlining Damn Strait Tour. The trek is set…
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Posted on December 12, 2022
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Lainey Wilson shared a beautiful new performance of her fan-favorite track “Heart Like a Truck” via social media on Friday…
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Posted on December 9, 2022
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As the year comes to a close, the final few rounds of new releases dive into all the different emotions…
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Posted on December 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Following a series of sold-out shows in Nashville, radio and TV personality Bobby Bones headed to Wynn Las Vegas on December 4…
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