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.
Hunter Hayes Pens Emotional Tribute To His Late Greyhound Companion, Cole
Posted on January 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
See his goodbye to his beloved “distinguished gentleman.”
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A Look Back At The Night Alan Jackson Surprised Zac Brown With A ’66 Cadillac El Dorado
Posted on January 9, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brown was in shock over the generous gift.
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Parker McCollum Enjoys A Tropical Getaway With Wife Hallie Ray Ahead Of 2024 Tour
Posted on January 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The lovebirds are soaking up the sun in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Luke Bryan Reveals If He’ll Tour In 2024 After Wrapping Record-Breaking Las Vegas Residency
Posted on January 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan’s two-year headlining run in Las Vegas has concluded.
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Annie Bosko Unapologetically Leans Into Her Country Roots On Self-Titled Debut EP
Posted on January 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bosko will celebrate the release with a performance of “Neon Baby” on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’
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Bryce Leatherwood Recalls The Moment ‘Queen’ Reba McEntire Made His Day
Posted on January 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
McEntire shared some surprising news with the emerging artist.
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Introducing Zach Top: The Rising Star Bringing Real Country Music Back To Country Radio
Posted on January 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Top is reshaping the current country music landscape by bringing ’90s country back to the spotlight with his debut single, “Sounds Like The Radio.”
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Sister Trio The Castellows Set The Stage For Highly Anticipated Debut EP, ‘A Little Goes A Long Way’
Posted on January 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
In anticipation of the release, the trio shared a brand new song, “I Know It’ll Never End.”
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Everything You Need To Know About Old Dominion’s Nashville Bar, Odie’s
Posted on January 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Instead of opening a bar in Nashville, the band opted for Midtown, a place that played a pivotal role in the history of Old Dominion.
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The Rise Of Country Music Divorce Albums
Posted on January 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
In recent years, several female country stars have navigated divorce, and turned their personal pain into powerful anthems that resonate deeply with listeners.
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