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.
Jelly Roll And Lainey Wilson Soar To No.1 With ‘Save Me’
Posted on December 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The powerful collaboration clinched the top spot on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
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RaeLynn And Daughter, Daisy, Sport Matching Red Flannel Dresses In Adorable New Family Photoshoot
Posted on December 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
RaeLynn’s holiday photoshoot captures a realistic glimpse into parenting a toddler.
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Jason Aldean Pens Sweet Birthday Note To His Son Memphis
Posted on December 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Happy birthday to the coolest lil guy I know,” the country star shared.
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Koe Wetzel Puts His Own Genre-Bending Spin On A Trio Of Christmas Classics With ‘Koe Wetzel Presents… Wetzel’s Wonderland’
Posted on December 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new project was paired with a hilarious video that was written and co-directed by Wetzel.
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Laci Kaye Booth Drops Fearless New Single ‘Cigarettes,’ Marking a Transformative New Chapter In Her Career
Posted on December 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
““This song tells the story of where I’ve been, who I was, and how I’ve become who I’ve become,” she explains.
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Re-Live The War And Treaty’s Powerful Performance Of ‘If I Can Dream’ From ‘Christmas At Graceland’
Posted on November 30, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This was a “surreal” experience for the husband and wife duo.
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Walker Hayes Turns His Viral Hit ‘Fancy Like’ Into Festive Holiday Anthem, ‘Fancy Like Christmas’
Posted on November 30, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The tune is paired with a brand-new music video featuring Hayes and his family celebrating the joyful season.
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Kane Brown Pays Homage To Elvis Presley With Captivating ‘Blue Christmas’ Performance At Graceland
Posted on November 30, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Thank you, Elvis. And Merry Christmas, everybody,” Brown said following his performance.
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Maren Morris Says The Idea Of Her Becoming A ‘Pop Star’ is ‘Hilarious’
Posted on November 29, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Morris is staying true to her Texas roots.
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Kelsea Ballerini Details Her Heart-Stopping First Kiss With Boyfriend Chase Stokes On ‘Call Her Daddy’ Podcast
Posted on November 29, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I thought I was going to pass out,” Ballerini recalled.
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