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.
Blake Shelton Credits Fellow Oklahoma Natives Reba McEntire And Toby Keith For Inspiring His Country Music Career
Posted on March 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s pretty crazy when you look down the list of artists that have come from Oklahoma,” Shelton admits.
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Gabby Barrett Recalls The Moment Luke Combs Sent Her The Song ‘Dance Like No One’s Watching’
Posted on March 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, this is so pretty.’ I was so excited about it,” Barrett says of hearing the demo for the first time.
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Beyoncé Drops The Track List For ‘Cowboy Carter,’ Hints At Collaborations With Dolly Parton And Willie Nelson
Posted on March 27, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The project will include a whopping 27 tracks.
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Chase Stokes Claps Back To Critics Who Claim He’s ‘Oversharing’ His Relationship With Kelsea Ballerini
Posted on March 27, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I still feel like I have a really good grasp on my privacy,” Stokes tells E! News.
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Miranda Lambert Witnesses MuttNation Foundation’s Impact During Las Vegas Animal Shelter Visit
Posted on March 27, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Lambert stopped by Hearts Alive Village in Las Vegas, a shelter that received donations from her charitable foundation.
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Jason Aldean Sets The Record Straight About Brittany Aldean’s Real Age, Dealing With Online Trolls & More In New Q&A
Posted on March 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Aldeans answered fans questions and cleared the air on several topics.
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Dan + Shay Light Up Chicago’s United Center During Unforgettable Heartbreak On The Map Tour
Posted on March 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I would not want to be anywhere else on planet Earth than Chicago at this very moment,” the duo’s Shay Mooney shared from the stage amid the sold-out show.
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Anne Wilson Strikes ‘Country Gold’ With Jordan Davis In Nostalgic Duet
Posted on March 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wilson says she’s “so honored” to have Davis join her on the duet.
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Donny Van Slee And Josh Sanders Bring Reba McEntire To Tears With Performance Of A Luke Combs Hit On The Voice
Posted on March 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Reba McEntire had tears in her eyes after watching Team Reba’s Donny Van Slee and Josh Sanders perform a collaborative…
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Trisha Yearwood To Receive Inaugural June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award At CMT Music Awards
Posted on March 25, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Yearwood says she’s “humbled” to receive the award.
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