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.
Chris Young Previews New Album With Release Of ‘Looking For You’ And ‘All Dogs Go To Heaven’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Young says his next album is “pretty much done.”
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Jelly Roll To Impact Country Radio With ‘Need A Favor’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jelly Roll is preparing to send his new song, “Need A Favor,” to country radio. In the beginning of January, the…
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Dan + Shay Celebrate Fifth Anniversary Of ‘Tequila’ With Intimate Acoustic Performance
Posted on January 11, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dan + Shay took to social media on Tuesday (Jan. 10) to commemorate the fifth anniversary of their fan-favorite track,…
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George Strait Teases Next Album, Says He ‘Can’t Wait’ To Tour With Chris Stapleton This Year
Posted on January 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
George Strait is preparing to head back out on the road for his biggest stadium commitment in nearly a decade. While discussing…
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Parker McCollum Claps Back At Internet Troll: ‘I Take It As A Compliment Every Time!’
Posted on January 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Parker McCollum recently took a stand against a Twitter user that posted a hate-filled comment towards him and rising country…
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Lainey Wilson Reveals How Bell Bottoms Became Her Signature Flare
Posted on January 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bell Bottoms have recently become a popular topic of conversation among Lainey Wilson’s fanbase, but these stylish pants are not…
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Jackson Dean Is ‘Excited’ To Join Blake Shelton On The Back To The Honky Tonk Tour
Posted on January 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country newcomer Jackson Dean is slated to kick off the first month of 2023 with a series of shows on…
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Two Years Ago: Morgan Wallen Releases Record-Breaking ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’
Posted on January 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
On this day in 2021, Morgan Wallen released his record-breaking project, Dangerous: The Double Album. Since it was first unveiled on January…
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Elle King Exposes The New Meaning Of ‘Tulsa’ In Latest Release
Posted on January 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Elle King is once again proving that she’s speaking nothing but the truth and showing her most authentic, fun-loving self…
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Parker McCollum Says Wife Hallie Ray Is ‘That Constant High’ In His Life
Posted on January 6, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“There is no comedown anymore with her. She’s that constant high,” McCollum shared
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