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.
Bryce Leatherwood Turns Local Chicago Pub Into Lively Honky Tonk On Neon Does Tour
Posted on May 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Voice alum showcased “more than half” of the tracks off his forthcoming debut album during his 90-minute set.
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2024 ACM Awards: Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, BRELAND & More To Present
Posted on May 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The big event is only a few days away!
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Nate Smith, Megan Moroney And More To Perform At 2024 ACM Country Kickoff Festival
Posted on May 13, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The free event will also feature a beer garden, artist meet-and-greet sessions, ACM Awards show merch and more.
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Lily Rose Returns With Authentic ‘Runnin’ Out Of Time’ EP
Posted on May 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think these six songs are the most autobiographical about where I am right now in this season of life,” Rose shared.
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Post Malone Previews First Full-Length Country Album With ‘I Had Some Help’ Feat. Morgan Wallen
Posted on May 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The fresh release is currently impacting country, pop, and hot AC radio stations.
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Thomas Rhett Shares First Taste Of Seventh Studio Album With Anthemic New Love Song, ‘Beautiful As You’
Posted on May 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song is inspired by the country star’s real-life love story with his wife, Lauren.
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Mitchell Tenpenny Reveals Inspiration Behind ‘Not Today,’ Opens Up About Portraying A Wrongly Convicted Man In New Video [Exclusive]
Posted on May 10, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The hitmaker also dishes on touring with Jordan Davis and Luke Combs.
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Lainey Wilson To Kick Off ‘Most Cathartic And Personal’ Musical Chapter To Date With New ‘Whirlwind’ Album
Posted on May 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This album has been a long time coming,” Wilson shared.
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George Strait Debuts Brand-New Collaboration With Chris Stapleton During First Stadium Show Of 2024
Posted on May 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The unreleased song, “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame,” will be featured on Strait’s just-announced album.
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Lee Brice Salutes The Best Kind Of Friends In New Single, ‘Drinkin’ Buddies’ Feat. Nate Smith And Hailey Whitters [Exclusive]
Posted on May 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This lively track is serves as the first single to drop from Brice’s forthcoming album.
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