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.
Alan Jackson Releases ‘Racing The Dark,’ a Touching New Song He Co-Wrote with His Daughter Mattie
Posted on December 3, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country legend Alan Jackson and his daughter Mattie Jackson Selecman, (31), have joined forces to write a new single, “Racing the…
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Rascal Flatts Jay DeMarcus Performing With New Band, Generation Radio
Posted on December 1, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
With Rascal Flatts no longer making music or touring together, Jay DeMarcus has found himself performing with a new band:…
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Ashley McBryde Proves She’s the Real MVP of the CMA Awards After Helping Carly Pearce Through Tears
Posted on November 11, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
After being named Female Vocalist of the Year during the 55th Annual CMA Awards, Carly Pearce was guided up to…
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Jennifer Hudson and Chris Stapleton Join Forces For Epic Aretha Franklin Tribute at CMA Awards
Posted on November 11, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Jennifer Hudson, singer, actress and star of the acclaimed Aretha Franklin biographical musical drama, RESPECT,…
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LOCASH Showcase Their Roots On New EP, ‘Woods & Water’
Posted on November 5, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Hailing from Kokomo, IN and Baltimore, MD, Preston Brust and Chris Lucas of LOCASH experienced life a little differently growing…
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Thomas Rhett Reveals He Will ‘Probably’ Have More Kids, Shares Other Surprises During Fan Q&A
Posted on November 4, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Thomas Rhett is telling all! Being a country music superstar means having basically your entire life in the public eye,…
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WATCH: George Strait Honors First Responders In Emotional New Video for ‘The Weight of the Badge’
Posted on November 2, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
On October 28, also known as First Responders Day, country music icon George Strait gave a tribute to all first…
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Steve Holy Returns with New Holiday Album, ‘A Christmas To Remember’
Posted on October 29, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Best known for his 2000s hits, “Brand New Girlfriend” and “Good Morning Beautiful,” Steve Holy has released his first album…
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Chris Stapleton and Wife Morgane Celebrate 14th Anniversary With Heartfelt Words
Posted on October 27, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country music superstar Chris Stapleton and his wife, Morgane Stapleton, are celebrating 14 years of love and marriage. Today, both…
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Gary Allan Moves into Home Previously Owned By Late Country Icon, Conway Twitty
Posted on October 26, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Moving homes can be a strenuous task, but the process is slightly easier when the move is happening just one…
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