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.
Alan Jackson’s ‘Honky Tonk Christmas’ Celebrates 30 Years As A Holiday Staple
Posted on December 20, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Christmas project is getting the vinyl treatment in honor of the occasion.
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Bryce Leatherwood Talks ‘Full-Circle’ Return To The Voice, Finding A Fan In Reba, And Teases New Music
Posted on December 20, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Leatherwood, a Country Now Artist to Watch in 2024, revealed he wrote 78 songs for his forthcoming debut project.
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WATCH: Carrie Underwood Honors Brenda Lee With Cover Of ‘Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree’
Posted on December 18, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Underwood performed the song in honor of its 65th anniversary.
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Magical Moments Unfold As Lindsey Stirling Joins Amy Grant And Trisha Yearwood For ‘Joy To The World’
Posted on December 15, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Co-hosts Amy Grant and Trisha Yearwood, accompanied by renowned violinist Lindsey Stirling, delivered an enchanting performance of “Joy To The World.”
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Lainey Wilson and Zach Williams Unite for a Spirited Performance of ‘Go Tell It On A Mountain’
Posted on December 15, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair of artists joined a star-studded lineup of performers during ‘CMA Country Christmas.’
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Country Next: Artists To Watch In 2024
Posted on December 15, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
As the country music landscape continues to evolve, keep an eye on these emerging artists in 2024.
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The Best Idyllwind Looks We Saw Backstage At Miranda Lambert’s Velvet Rodeo Las Vegas Residency
Posted on December 15, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Here’s what we saw backstage at Lambert’s show.
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Jon Pardi Reveals Why He Stopped Drinking: ‘I’m 112 Days Sober’
Posted on December 14, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Grand Ole Opry member shares how the decision to quit drinking has not only improved his physical health but also boosted his self-confidence.
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Lady A’s Hillary Scott Spends A Night At The Opry Alongside Her Musically-Inclined Family
Posted on December 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Scott performed with Lady A as well as her Lady A bandmates.
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Country Sensation Lainey Wilson Shines With ‘Wildflowers And Wild Horses’ Performance On ‘Kimmel’
Posted on December 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It always feels good to be back,” Wilson shared of her appearance on the late-night TV show.
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