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.
Jordan Davis And Ashley Gorley Take Home The Highest Honors At 2023 ASCAP Country Awards
Posted on November 7, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is my favorite night of the week,” Davis shared ahead of the big event.
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Kenny Chesney Says He ‘Can’t Wait’ To Make His Return To Stadiums For His Just-Announced Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour
Posted on November 7, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star has invited a group of old friends and new to join him on the summer trek.
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Kameron Marlowe Uncovers The Bittersweet Journey Of Chasing Dreams In Nashville With New Song, ‘Tennessee Don’t Mind’
Posted on November 6, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“There is a give and take with chasing this dream, and the past two years have been a whirlwind,” Marlowe says.
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Country Music Hall Of Famer Brenda Lee Releases First-Ever Music Video for Christmas Classic ‘Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree’
Posted on November 3, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The video features cameos from Tanya Tucker and Trisha Yearwood.
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Jelly Roll To Host The Largest Holiday Toy Drive In Nashville’s History
Posted on November 3, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star will also perform at one of the toy drive locations this weekend.
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Kane Brown Duets With The Late ‘King Of Rock & Roll,’ Elvis Presley, On ‘Blue Christmas’
Posted on November 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star said hearing him and the musical legend on the same song is “crazy.”
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Jon Pardi Postpones Additional Tour Dates As His Illness Progresses
Posted on November 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“There’s nothing fun about this. I hate this,” he confessed.
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Reba McEntire Shares A Look Into Her First Season On ‘The Voice’: Most Surprising Moments, Fitting In With The Coaches & More
Posted on November 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Viewers are currently watching Reba McEntire take on her role as a coach on The Voice for the very first time in…
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Cody Johnson On His New Album ‘Leather’ And Making Music On His Own Terms: ‘I’m Just Going To Record What I Want’
Posted on November 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Johnson’s latest project pays homage to the cowboy lifestyle and speaks to where he is at in his career and personal life.
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Alexandra Kay Details Her Divorce For The First Time Through Her Debut Album, ‘All I’ve Ever Known’
Posted on November 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m going through a divorce from my ex who I was with for a decade,” Kay admitted.
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