Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Zach Bryan; Photo by Scott Dudelson

Zach Bryan Adds Dates To Upcoming Tour After Honoring ‘Fair Ticketing’ Promise And Selling Out Every Show

Posted on February 15, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Not one ticket was sold for more than $156, at their absolute highest, including taxes and fees” Bryan shared.

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Gary Allan, Tracy Lawrence; Photo Provided

Gary Allan And Tracy Lawrence Announce 2023 Co-Headlining Tour

Posted on February 15, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We’ve been talking every day and we’re really excited to hit the road together,” Lawrence shared.

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Keith Urban; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Music Mayhem

Keith Urban Debuts ‘Brown Eyes Baby’ Music Video

Posted on February 15, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Viewers might also catch a glimpse of a past music video in the new production.

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Kelsea Ballerini; Photo Courtesy of Instagram

WATCH: Kelsea Ballerini Depicts Painful Divorce In Heartbreaking Short Film, ‘Rolling Up The Welcome Mat’  

Posted on February 14, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star is opening up about her healing journey in the deeply personal new project.

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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; Photo by Brian Higbee

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 - Busch Light; Screenshot

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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Matt Stell, Mackenzie Carpenter, Teddy Robb; Photos Provided

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; Photo By John Russell, CMA

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; Photo by Spidey Smith

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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