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.
Lindsay Ell Opens Up About Coming To Terms With Eating Disorder Diagnosis
Posted on February 14, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I got really good at pretending that everything was ok out in public but at home I was shriveling up,” said Ell.
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Jason Aldean To Embark On 41-City Highway Desperado Tour
Posted on February 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The “Rock And Roll Cowboy” has announced his highly-anticipated tour for 2023.
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Sarah McLachlan To Appear In Hilarious Busch Light Super Bowl Commercial
Posted on February 12, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“In the arms of an ice-cold Busch Light! 🎶”
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New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Matt Stell, Mackenzie Carpenter, Teddy Robb, & More
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Get caught up on the latest releases.
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Luke Combs Finds Harmony In Love And Heartbreak In New Song, ‘Love You Anyway’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s a special one to me and I hope y’all love it as much as I do,” Combs said.
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Bailey Zimmerman Battles A Fading Love Story In New Song, ‘Fix’n To Break’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country artist welcomes his first release of 2023.
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ERNEST Completes ‘Flower Shops’ Era With ‘Two Dozen Roses’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
A year after releasing his beloved ‘Flower Shops’ album, ERNEST expands on the project with 13 new tracks.
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Priscilla Block Continues To Be Her Most Authentic Self On New Deluxe Album: ‘That’s What Fans Expect From Me’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I feel like at this point, that’s what fans expect from me, is to be raw, to be real, to be super vulnerable,” she explains.
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Luke Bryan Jokes About His Mom’s Spending Habits, Says He’s ‘Blessed’ to Look After Her
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country superstar doesn’t mind it when his mom goes shopping on his dime.
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Dierks Bentley Suggests All-Country Halftime Show At Super Bowl 2024
Posted on February 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just gonna say the Hot Country Knights are available,” said Bentley.
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