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.
Dierks Bentley Bids Heartbreaking Farewell to Cancer-Stricken Fan with Private Bedside Concert
Posted on June 21, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Rest In Peace Baylee Barradas,” Bentley wrote about his lifelong friend.
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Blake Shelton Says Working with Gwen Stefani Makes Him Feel Like a ‘Kid on Christmas Morning’
Posted on June 10, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are undoubtedly one of the most popular couples in music. Fans have watched their relationship…
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Mickey Guyton Presents Linda Martell with CMT’s Equal Play Award at 2021 CMT Music Awards
Posted on June 10, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
This year’s CMT Equal Play Award goes to country music pioneer Linda Martell, in honor of her boundary-defying achievements throughout…
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Lathan Warlick Works To Create ‘Unity’ With First Country Collab Project, ‘My Way’
Posted on June 7, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Christian rapper, Lathan Warlick’s My Way EP has blended the genres of hip hop and country together, with the help…
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Casi Joy Talks Latest Single, ‘The Money’ And Her New Home On Wheels
Posted on June 4, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
After this past year, which has been a slow time in the music industry, The Voice alum, Casi Joy has…
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Country Stars’ Real Names Revealed: Dierks Bentley, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw & More
Posted on June 4, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ever wondered how country music artists seem to have the perfect name, that’s catchy and fits their branding so well?…
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Blake Shelton Recalls a Time When He ‘Resented’ Touring: ‘It Was Just Crazy’
Posted on June 2, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I mean, there was never a day off,” he recalled.
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Shania Twain Teases the ‘Best Album’ She’s Ever Made
Posted on June 2, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
The iconic Shania Twain has revealed that she is gearing up to deliver a brand new album, which both her…
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Gabby Barrett Prepares To Bring Daughter, Baylah May, On Tour
Posted on May 29, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“She will definitely be with us,” Barrett revealed.
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Chris Bandi Reveals His Emotional Single, ‘Would Have Loved Her,’ Almost Didn’t Happen
Posted on May 27, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
During a recent interview on Connect with Country Now on the CTRL_Music_ Twitch channel, Chris Bandi dove into the details…
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