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.
WATCH: Grace West Stuns With Patsy Cline And Reba McEntire Covers On ‘The Voice’
Posted on May 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
West is a member of Team Blake.
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Caylee Hammack To Kick Off 27 LIVE Music Series At The Westin Nashville
Posted on May 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star will be joined by special guest, Catie Offerman.
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Lainey Wilson Leads Powerhouse Performance Alongside ‘American Idol’ Contestants Warren Peay and Marybeth Byrd
Posted on May 22, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Warren Peay and Marybeth Byrd returned to American Idol during the Season 21 finale to share the stage with country star Lainey Wilson. …
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WATCH: Luke Bryan And Colin Stough Join Forces For Epic Cover Of Timeless Country Hit
Posted on May 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Colin Stough left the American Idol competition on a high note. Following his elimination from the Top 3 during the Season 21…
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WATCH: Jelly Roll And Oliver Steele Team Up For Surprise Duet On ‘American Idol’
Posted on May 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The artists joined forces to perform Jelly Roll’s “Need A Favor.”
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Jelly Roll And Lainey Wilson Perform Powerful Rendition Of ‘Save Me’ On ‘American Idol’ Finale
Posted on May 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair first debuted their duet on the ACM Awards earlier this month.
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See Inside Luke Bryan And Wife, Caroline’s ‘American Idol’ Finale Date Night
Posted on May 21, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Luke Bryan is celebrating the finale of the singing competition show, American Idol, with his wife, Caroline, by his side. The…
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New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Tenille Arts, Chase Matthew, Alana Springsteen & More
Posted on May 19, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This set of music contains a slew of heartfelt love letters and windows-down anthems.
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Chapel Hart Chronicles Their Journey To The ‘Glory Days’ With Captivating New Album
Posted on May 19, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Where we are in our lives, where we are musically, these are the glory days!”
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LISTEN: Jason Aldean Voices His Opinion On The State Of The World In New Single, ‘Try That In A Small Town’
Posted on May 19, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marks another release off the country singer’s forthcoming album.
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