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 Inspires Viral ‘Chatta-TWO-Chee’ Birthday Party for 2-Year-Old Country Fan
Posted on April 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The party featured “Chatta-TWO-Chee” theme decor, food displays and activities.
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Why Luke Combs Chooses Family Over Fame—Even If It Means Missing Career Opportunities
Posted on April 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I want my kids’ childhood to feel as normal as it can…”
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Riley Green Shuts Down Fight Mid-Show With No-Nonsense Message
Posted on April 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“If y’all wanna fight, go out here and do it,” he said pointing to the exit.
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Riley Green and HARDY Join Star-Studded Lineup For Folds of Honor’s 2025 Rock ’N Jock Softball Game
Posted on April 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The fan-favorite event will return to Nashville’s First Horizon Park on Monday, June 2.
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Cole Swindell Announces 2025 Happy Hour Sad Tour
Posted on April 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I cannot wait to get out on the road this year for the Happy Hour Sad Tour,” Swindell shares.
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Hailey Whitters Drops New Track ‘High On A Heartbreak,’ Announces ‘Corn Queen’ Album
Posted on April 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Listeners can expect to hear songs that paying homage to Whitters’ midwestern roots.
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Ernest Makes Big Career Move With The Launch Of His Own Label, DeVille Records
Posted on April 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This announcement also teased a new star-studded mixtape project, “Cadillac Sessions.”
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Lainey Wilson Honors National Bell Bottoms Day With Fiery New Anthem, ‘Bell Bottoms Up’
Posted on April 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
After heating up stages on tour, the infectious track is finally here.
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Chris Young Signals The Start Of A New Chapter With Heartfelt Ballad, ‘Til The Last One Dies’
Posted on April 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Songs like this don’t come along every day,” Young points out.
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Lauren Watkins Talks Writing ‘Lose My Cool’ And Embracing a New Chapter Of Love On New Album [Exclusive]
Posted on April 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“’Lose My Cool’ is literally about falling in love with somebody and not really caring about being cool anymore,” she explains.
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