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.
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 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 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, 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 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 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 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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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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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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