Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Jon Pardi; Photo by John Shearer

LISTEN: Jon Pardi’s ‘Reverse Cowgirl’ Isn’t What You Think

Posted on September 2, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Pardi revealed that Jake Owen and Chase Rice also wanted to record the song.

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Priscilla Block; Photo Provided

WATCH: Priscilla Block Let’s Her ‘Crazy Side’ Show In ‘Off The Deep End’ Music Video

Posted on September 2, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Priscilla Block matches her high-energy single, “Off The Deep End” with an equally carefree music video.  Directed by Rand Smith the…

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Reba, Rex Linn; Photo Courtesy Big Sky

WATCH: Reba McEntire Showcases Her Villainous Side In New Big Sky Trailer With Boyfriend Rex Linn

Posted on September 1, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Reba and Rex play a married couple in the upcoming season.

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Kylie Morgan Bridesmaids Song; Photos via Instagram

Kylie Morgan Goes Viral In 48 Hours With Unreleased Song, ‘Bridesmaids’

Posted on September 1, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I finally wrote a proposal song for your bridesmaids!” Morgan shared.

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Blake Shelton; Photos via Instagram

WATCH: Blake Shelton Admits He’s ‘Giving Away His Secrets’ In Hilarious New Video Clip

Posted on September 1, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Shelton’s post was in support of his new single, “No Body.”

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Photo Courtesy Danilelle Bradbery

Danielle Bradbery Teases Next Musical Era: ‘I’m Really Excited’

Posted on August 31, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Bradbery’s new song, “A Special Place,” will be released on Friday.

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Michael Ray; Photo by Spidey Smith

Michael Ray Tributes Tracy Lawrence With ‘Time Marches On’ Cover

Posted on August 30, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Michael Ray has released the first installment of his newly announced project titled, the Bootlegger Sessions. His cover of Tracy Lawrence’s 1996…

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Clint Black with Lily Pearl Black and Lisa Hartman Black; Photo Provided

Clint Black Prepares For Upcoming Mostly Hits & The Mrs. Tour: ‘It’s A Family Affair’

Posted on August 30, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Clint Black is set to return to the road with his wife, Lisa Hartman Black, and 21-year-old daughter, Lily Pearl Black….

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Thompson Square; Photo by Hunter Berry/CMA

Thompson Square Postpones All Upcoming Performances And Appearances: ‘We’re Disappointed’

Posted on August 30, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Grammy-nominated duo Thompson Square has made the decision to momentarily step back from their touring schedule to allow one half…

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Chayce Beckham, Ashley Cooke, Bailey Zimmerman; Photos Provided

New Country Songs You Need to Hear Right Now: Chayce Beckham, Ashley Cooke, Bailey Zimmerman & More

Posted on August 30, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wanting to add new music to your playlist? Look no further!

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