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.
Kacey Musgraves Reflects On The Moment She Was Told Her Career Would ‘Go Down In Flames’
Posted on March 14, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Texas native says her label advised her not to release her debut album because it was “depressing.”
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Tyler Hubbard Reflects On Touring With Kane Brown: A ‘Full Circle’ Moment
Posted on March 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star recalled a special memory from their very first show together.
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Dierks Bentley Shares Hilarious Encounter Being Mistaken for Chase Rice
Posted on March 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bentley says “the whole bar’ thought he was Rice.
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Ashley McBryde Delivers Powerful Message Of Authenticity With New Single, ‘The Devil I Know’
Posted on March 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The Devil I Know” is the follow-up to the emotional “Light On In The Kitchen.”
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Zach Bryan Responds To On-Stage Slip-Up: ‘Please Don’t Hate Me’
Posted on March 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan mistakingly shouted out the wrong city during his concert and fans were not happy.
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George Birge Hits the Airwaves With ‘Cowboy Songs’
Posted on March 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Here’s a deeper look into the “Cowboy Songs,” Birge’s favorite song he’s ever written.
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Carly Pearce Steps In For Katelyn Brown, Sings ‘Thank God’ With Kane Brown At C2C Festival
Posted on March 12, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I was so happy to sing this one this weekend while Katelyn is getting closer & closer to baby #3,” Pearce shared.
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See Inside The Journey Of Jelly Roll’s Mouth Transformation
Posted on March 12, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I want a pretty smile,” Jelly Roll declared.
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Lainey Wilson Embarks On A Mysterious Journey In Cinematic Music Video For ‘Wildflowers And Wild Horses’
Posted on March 12, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This one has always been about grit, determination, and forging your own path so we had to have a video to match,” Wilson explains.
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Josh Turner Shares How A Vocal Chord Injury Became a Blessing in Disguise
Posted on March 12, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I thought my dreams were crushed,” Turner admits.
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