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.
Chris Lane Reveals How Kenny Chesney Inspired His New Tour
Posted on March 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I actually stole this idea from Kenny Chesney,” the “Find Another Bar” singer admits.
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Kelly Clarkson Admits She’s ‘Obsessed’ With Lainey Wilson
Posted on March 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Clarkson and Wilson expressed their mutual admiration for each other during Wilson’s guest appearance on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show.’
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Morgan Wallen Commemorates First Anniversary Of ‘One Thing At A Time’ Album With Seven-Song ‘Abbey Road Sessions’
Posted on March 4, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Recorded a new song, some favorites, and a cover with my band in London,” Wallen shared.
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Cody Johnson Earns Second No. 1 With ‘The Painter,’ Confirms Expanded Album Release
Posted on March 4, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
COJO fans get excited because new music is coming this fall, according to the man himself.
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Chayce Beckham Is The Fourth American Idol Winner To Land A Song In The Top 10 On Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart
Posted on March 4, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Beckham is following the footsteps of Idol icons like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Scotty McCreery.
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CRS 2024 New Faces Show Spotlights George Birge, Megan Moroney, Conner Smith, Dillon Carmichael, & Corey Kent
Posted on March 3, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
These are the new faces of country music.
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Scotty McCreery Details His Highly Anticipated Fifth Studio Album, ‘Rise And Fall’
Posted on March 1, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
McCreery also surprised fans with the release of a brand-new track, “Slow Dance.”
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Keith Urban Reflects On Late-Night Longings And Heartbreak In New Single, ‘Messed Up As Me’
Posted on March 1, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Urban is giving fans another taste of what’s to come on his next album with this new release.
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Kane Brown Moved to Tears As He Receives The 2024 CRS Artist Humanitarian Award
Posted on March 1, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I don’t ever expect to get an award for helping people, especially kids,” Brown admitted.
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Ryan Larkins Shares Heartfelt Moment With His Oldest Son In ‘King Of Country Music’ Video
Posted on February 29, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks the rising star’s first major music video.
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