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.
Kane Brown And His Wife, Katelyn, Have Recorded Three More Duets
Posted on February 29, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…Every one that I listen to — it’s a smash,” Brown shared.
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Uncover The Meaning Behind Corey Kent’s ‘This Heart’
Posted on February 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country-rocker says there’s “an energy” to this song that “you can’t fabricate.”
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Who is Performing At Watershed 2024?
Posted on February 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This lineup is stacked.
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Re-Live Patsy Cline’s Final TV Performances
Posted on February 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cline’s life was tragically cut short in a plane crash just one week later.
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Amy Grant Shares Health Update Following Bike Accident That Resulted In Her Having To Relearn To Sing
Posted on February 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Nearly two years after the accident, Grant continues to recover.
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Warren Zeiders Reflects On Earning His First No. 1 With ‘Pretty Little Poison’: ‘I Am So Honored’
Posted on February 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The breakout star’s debut release tops both the Mediabase Country Airplay Chart and the Billboard Country Airplay Chart this week.
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Jimmy Buffett Day: Music Legend To Be Honored In The State Of Florida
Posted on February 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Buffett’s musical legacy will live on in the Sunshine State.
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Reba McEntire Shuts Down False Reports Claiming She Is Leaving ‘The Voice’
Posted on February 26, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is not true,” the country music icon urges.
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Kacey Musgraves Debuts ‘Deeper Well’ Candle For $56
Posted on February 23, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The candle is the official “scentscape” of her forthcoming new album.
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‘Holy Smokes’ By Bailey Zimmerman: A Tale Of Young Love and Taboo Romance
Posted on February 23, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This song takes me back to the first time I fell in love at 17,” the rising star shares of the track.
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