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.
Canaan Smith Poured His Heart Into ‘High Country Sound’: ‘I Had More To Say Than Ever Before’
Posted on April 2, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“At this point, I’m so proud that I have a cumulative 12-song piece of work that will be at the…
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Ashley McBryde Hilariously Recalls the Worst Venue She’s Ever Played: ‘I Booked It Sign Unseen’
Posted on April 1, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter Ashley McBryde recently offered some insight into her latest single and shared the story behind one of the…
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Mitchell Tenpenny Reveals the Special Meaning Behind His New ‘Bucket List’ Tattoo
Posted on April 1, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Mitchell Tenpenny kicked off the new year strong with the release of his single, “Bucket List.” The inspiring song was…
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Pryor & Lee Discuss How Their Love for Dogs Inspired Their Latest Single
Posted on March 31, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Throughout the past year, it hasn’t been easy to be close to the people we love. Luckily, many have gotten…
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Brett Young Answers 40 Questions for His 40th Birthday
Posted on March 30, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country superstar Brett Young recently stepped onto the stage for the Country Now Live series. Before his remarkable performance though, he…
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Mickey Guyton and Breland Collaborate on ‘Cross Country’ Remix
Posted on March 26, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Genre-fluid artist Breland and Grammy-nominated artist Mickey Guyton have come together to blur the lines of musical genres with a…
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LANCO Brings ‘Near Mrs.’ To Life with New Video Featuring Their Wives and Families
Posted on March 22, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Amidst their dazzling performance of their latest single, “Near Mrs.,” LANCO incorporated footage of the leading ladies behind the song…
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Dustin Lynch Gives Second Life to ‘Thinking ‘Bout You’ with New Single Featuring MacKenzie Porter
Posted on March 19, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
‘I knew we needed to shine a light on this song,” Lynch explains.
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Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd Learn to Juggle Parenting and Music
Posted on March 18, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
In the midst of raising their son Hayes, Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd recently released their infectious new single, “Chasing…
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Thomas Rhett Credits His Father, Rhett Akins, For His Love of Music
Posted on March 18, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
There’s no doubt that country superstar Thomas Rhett blends his love for music and for his family together. From an…
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