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.
Kameron Marlowe Juggles Skyrocketing Career and Wedding Planning: ‘We’re Coming Down To The Wire’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Marlowe and his fiancée Meagan Bennington are in full-on wedding planning mode.
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Jelly Roll Scores Fifth Consecutive No. 1 With ‘Halfway To Hell’
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
He announced the exciting news during his CMA Fest performance at Nissan Stadium over the weekend.
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Kelly Clarkson Fangirls Over George Strait And Chris Stapleton At New Jersey Concert: ‘The Greatest Night Ever’
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Clarkson admitted having the opportunity to attend this concert was a “blessing.”
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BREAKING: Billy Ray Cyrus Files For Divorce From Wife FIREROSE After Less Than A Year Of Marriage
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The couple said “I Do” in October of 2023.
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Luke Combs Shares Sweet Photos of Sons Tex and Beau as ‘Fathers & Sons’ Album Launch Nears
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year is preparing to release an album full of dad songs ahead of Father’s Day.
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Lily Rose To Embark On Headlining Runnin’ Outta Time Tour [Exclusive]
Posted on June 11, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The run kicks off in Rose’s home state of Georgia this August and runs through the fall.
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Maren Morris Comes Out As Bisexual Amid Pride Month
Posted on June 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Happy to be the B in LGBTQ+,” the Texas native shared.
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Lainey Wilson Becomes The Newest Member Of The Grand Ole Opry: ‘The Biggest Night Of My Life’
Posted on June 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The award-winning singer/songwriter was officially welcomed into the Opry family by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood.
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Thomas Rhett Details New Album, ‘About A Woman,’ Inspired By His Wife, Lauren
Posted on June 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“From top to bottom, I wanted to exude joy and fun with this project
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Matt Stell on Crafting His Most Authentic Music Yet with ‘Born Lonely’: ‘I Wanted It to Be a Passion Project’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Stell poured his heart into this 10-track collection.
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