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.
ERNEST Completes ‘Flower Shops’ Era With ‘Two Dozen Roses’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
A year after releasing his beloved ‘Flower Shops’ album, ERNEST expands on the project with 13 new tracks.
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Priscilla Block Continues To Be Her Most Authentic Self On New Deluxe Album: ‘That’s What Fans Expect From Me’
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I feel like at this point, that’s what fans expect from me, is to be raw, to be real, to be super vulnerable,” she explains.
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Luke Bryan Jokes About His Mom’s Spending Habits, Says He’s ‘Blessed’ to Look After Her
Posted on February 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country superstar doesn’t mind it when his mom goes shopping on his dime.
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Dierks Bentley Suggests All-Country Halftime Show At Super Bowl 2024
Posted on February 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just gonna say the Hot Country Knights are available,” said Bentley.
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Kelly Clarkson To Make History With NFL Honors Hosting Gig
Posted on February 9, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Clarkson is “so stoked” for the opportunity.
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Country Music In Las Vegas: Five Residencies To See In 2023
Posted on February 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country music is taking over Sin City!
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Chris Janson Recalls The Moment Tim McGraw Changed His Life
Posted on February 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
These country stars go way back.
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Tyler Hubbard Honors NYC Hero With Emotional Performance Of ‘Miss My Daddy’
Posted on February 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star wore his heart on his sleeve as he introduced the personal song.
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Reba McEntire’s ‘Reba’s Place’ Features Personal Touches, Including A Sweet Tribute To Her Late Mother
Posted on February 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Customers will feel right at home in the country star’s new Oklahoma business venture.
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Brantley Gilbert Teases Forthcoming Project With Jelly Roll: ‘It Will Blow Your Mind’
Posted on February 8, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Son Of The Dirty South” may have been Brantely Gilbert and Jelly Roll’s first collaboration, but it certainly won’t be their last.
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