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.
Luke Bryan Offers Advice For Carrie Underwood Ahead Of Her New ‘American Idol’ Role
Posted on August 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan believes Underwood might need to double her therapy sessions to handle working with him and Lionel Richie.
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Billy Ray Cyrus Announces Divorce Finalization, Is ‘Relieved to Put This Nightmare Behind Him’
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This has been absolutely the most crazy insane scam I have ever heard of,” he says of their short-lived marriage.
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Morgan Wallen Makes a Dream Come True for Young Fan Battling Heart Condition
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen and the Make-A-Wish Foundation gave this 6-year-old a night he’ll never forget.
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Carly Pearce Announces Hummingbird World Tour, Promises It Will Be Her ‘Best Tour’ Yet
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The upcoming trek kicks off on October 3 and runs through May of 2025.
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Carrie Underwood Delivers First-Ever Live Performance Of ‘Waiting All Day for Sunday Night’
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Underwood’s appearances marked the end of the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week.
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Lainey Wilson’s Hometown To Honor Her With Highway Dedication: Mayor Shares Exciting Details [Exclusive]
Posted on August 2, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Lainey Wilson Highway” is coming to Baskin, Louisiana.
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LISTEN: Jelly Roll Confronts His Inner Demons In ‘Liar’
Posted on August 2, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The release of “Liar” gives fans another taste of what’s to come on his new album.
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LISTEN: Lainey Wilson And Miranda Lambert Unite For Highly Anticipated Duet, ‘Good Horses’
Posted on August 2, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new tune marks Wilson’s first-ever collaboration on her own project.
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Scotty McCreery On His Growth and Success: ‘It Feels Very Fulfilling’
Posted on August 1, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The North Carolina native continues to ride the wave of success following six No.1 singles.
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Carrie Underwood Confirmed As Newest ‘American Idol’ Judge
Posted on August 1, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
It’s a full-circle moment for the country superstar.
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