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.
Blake Shelton Makes Hilarious Phone Call To Chat With Dan + Shay During ‘The Voice’ Takeover At Ole Red
Posted on March 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
You never know what’s going to happen when Shelton phones in to Ole Red.
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Dierks Bentley Experiences ‘Surreal’ Moment Playing Tom Petty’s Guitar In New Video For His ‘American Girl’ Cover
Posted on March 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song will appear in a forthcoming Tom Petty tribute album.
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Jason Aldean and Brittany Mark 9th Wedding Anniversary: ‘Best Decision Ever’
Posted on March 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The couple wed in Mexico on March 21, 2015.
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Sara Evans Breaks Silence On Her Abusive Marriage And Reconciling With Her Husband Jay Barker
Posted on March 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I just did not want to divorce again and start over,” Evans admits.
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Parker McCollum To Headline 2024 ACM Lifting Lives Topgolf Benefit Concert
Posted on March 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
McCollum is “honored” to take part in the philanthropic event.
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Lainey Wilson Bringing ‘Bell Bottom Country’ Themed Pop-Up Bar To Nashville
Posted on March 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This one of a kind experience will only be available for three days this spring.
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Brian Kelley’s Wife, Brittney Speaks Out About Serious Privacy Issue: ‘Please Respect Us’
Posted on March 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
If this doesn’t stop, Brittney says they may be forced to get the authorities involved.
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Parker McCollum Reveals He Has An Ongoing ‘Dad Songs’ Bet With Luke Combs
Posted on March 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
McCollum and Combs have a playful songwriting bet on the table.
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Beyoncé Reflects On Criticism And Triumphs Ahead Of ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album Release
Posted on March 19, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The project will drop March 29 and is expected to feature a few surprise collaborations.
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Karen Waldrup And Ryan Argast Pair Up For Impressive Dan + Shay Cover On ‘The Voice’
Posted on March 19, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This powerful performance made it “very difficult” for the country music duo to choose a winner.
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