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.
Garth Brooks Announces Official Grand Opening Date For Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky Tonk
Posted on February 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The superstar’s Nashville bar will soon celebrate its official grand opening.
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Luke Bryan Admits American Idol ‘Doesn’t Always Get It Right’ After Lainey Wilson Was Rejected Seven Times
Posted on February 18, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan admits he was unaware that Wilson auditioned for the show.
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Remember When Clint Black And Lisa Hartman Black Starred In ‘Still Holding On: The Legend of Cadillac Jack?’
Posted on February 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Clint and Lisa can sing and act!
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The Real-Life Love Triangle That Inspired The Iconic Hit, ‘Suspicious Minds’
Posted on February 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song was made famous by Elvis and later recorded by artists such as Dwight Yoakam and Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter.
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Lorrie Morgan Honors Late Husband Keith Whitley With Heartfelt Rendition Of ‘Don’t Close Your Eyes’
Posted on February 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Morgan says this is one of her “favorite Keith Whitley songs to sing.”
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Nate Smith Ties Morgan Wallen For Longest-Running No.1 of All Time
Posted on February 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Smith’s “World On Fire” and Wallen’s “You Proof” dominated the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
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Country Band King Calaway Announces Breakup
Posted on February 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We hope to see you all again on the road ahead as we embark on separate pursuits,” the band shared.
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‘Country’s Cool Again’ By Lainey Wilson: Discover The Story And Meaning Behind The Song
Posted on February 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country is experiencing a comeback and Wilson is all for it.
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Who Is Triston Harper? Meet The 15-Year-Old American Idol Contestant
Posted on February 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Triston Harper wowed the judges during his audition for season 22.
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Your Guide To ‘American Idol’ 2024: Premiere Date, Judges, And Beyond
Posted on February 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Here’s what we know about the highly anticipated next season of American Idol.
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