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.
Listen To Kane Brown’s ‘Different Man’ Duet With Blake Shelton
Posted on September 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kane Brown joined forces with Blake Shelton for the title track of his latest album, Different Man. When he decided to…
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Boy Named Banjo Long For Their Loved Ones In Latest Release, ‘Heart In Motion’
Posted on September 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Boy Named Banjo recently dropped their highly-anticipated new single, “Heart In Motion,” after playing it live for over a year. …
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JUST IN: Darius Rucker Will Join Chapel Hart On ‘America’s Got Talent’ Finale
Posted on September 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country trio Chapel Hart will be joined by Darius Rucker for the Season 17 finale of America’s Got Talent (AGT). The group,…
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WATCH: Garth Brooks and Kelly Clarkson Share Songs and Stories On Season Premiere Of ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’
Posted on September 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Garth Brooks appeared as the first guest on Season 4 of The Kelly Clarkson Show. While on set, he and…
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Who is Megan Moroney? Five Things To Know About The ‘Tennessee Orange’ Singer
Posted on September 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Megan Moroney has been racking up the views on social media through posting covers and original songs like her latest…
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Shania Twain Bids Farewell To Las Vegas Residency With Emotional Message: ‘It’s Very Hard To Say Goodbye’
Posted on September 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Shania Twain’s “Let’s Go!”: The Las Vegas Residency has come to an end and the singer revealed she’s feeling a bit…
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New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Conner Smith, Tenille Townes, Dylan Marlowe & More
Posted on September 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Vulnerability and power are ruling the music scene. Letting your guard down around these new releases will only lead to…
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New Toby Keith Single To Impact Country Radio
Posted on September 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Toby Keith’s “Oklahoma Breakdown” is set to take over country music airwaves beginning on September 26. The Songwriters Hall of…
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BRELAND Hopes To ‘Inspire’ with Debut Album, ‘Cross Country’
Posted on September 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
After putting in two and a half years of work, BRELAND has released his highly-anticipated debut album, Cross Country. The title…
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Kolby Cooper Releases His ‘Favorite Music Yet’ On Label Debut Album
Posted on September 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kolby Cooper is riding the fast-track to success. He went from recording his first EP at 18 years old using…
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