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.
Madeline Merlo Reflects On Heartbreak In Powerful New Song, ‘Same Car’
Posted on March 25, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Same Car” tells a vulnerable story about getting your heart broken in the same place you fell in love.
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Jeremy McComb Partners With Blue Ice Vodka To Launch Tour
Posted on March 25, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is a dream partnership for me,” shares McComb.
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WATCH: Lainey Wilson Sings The First Song She Ever Wrote, ‘Lucky Me’
Posted on March 23, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Lainey Wilson’s talent began to shine at just 9 years old.
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Elle King On How Country Music Allowed Her To Reconnect With Her Roots In Latest Album, ‘Come Get Your Wife’
Posted on March 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This project features fan-favorites like “Try Jesus,” “Tulsa,” “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home,” and more.
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Six Country Stars Who Could Replace Blake Shelton On ‘The Voice’
Posted on March 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Blake Shelton’s time on “The Voice” is coming to an end.
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Carly Pearce Reveals Plans To Commemorate 100th Opry Performance
Posted on March 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This will mark a milestone performance for the country star.
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Ashley Cooke Readies Major Touring Gigs And Teases Debut Album
Posted on March 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
2023 is shaping up to be another milestone year for Cooke.
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Walker Hayes Gets Real About Fatherhood And Fame In New, Two-Song Project, ‘being a dad and missing mine’
Posted on March 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This collection of music includes “6 string American dream” and “if father time had a daughter.”
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HunterGirl Celebrates Lainey Wilson’s Success With Heartfelt Message: ‘Incredible Artist And Person’
Posted on March 20, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I love seeing such a good person win,” she wrote.
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New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Lauren Weintraub, Warren Zeiders, Erin Kinsey & More
Posted on March 20, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
A wave of new music is here!
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