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.

Carly Pearce; Photos via Instagram

Carly Pearce Brings Fans Along For ‘A Day In The Life’ Around Nashville

Posted on January 17, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Carly Pearce recently took to Instagram to give fans a glimpse into what a typical day looks like for her…

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Lainey Wilson with Davey Jean; Photos via Instagram

Lainey Wilson Invites 9-Year-Old Fan On Stage After Learning Of Her Open Heart Surgery: ‘If Anyone’s Got A Heart Like A Truck, It’s Her’

Posted on January 17, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The incredible moment left the young girl’s family in shock.

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Bryce Leatherwood, Morgan Myles; Photo by Trae Patton/NBC

‘The Voice’ Contestants, Morgan Myles And Bryce Leatherwood Tease New Collaboration

Posted on January 17, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Season 22 The Voice contestants, Bryce Leatherwood and Morgan Myles, have revealed that they are back in the studio and this time,…

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ERNEST; Photo by Delaney Royer

ERNEST To Release 13 New Songs As Part Of ‘FLOWER SHOPS (THE ALBUM): Two Dozen Roses’

Posted on January 16, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The project arrives on February 10.

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Priscilla Block; Photo by Dustin Downing, CMA

Priscilla Block Releases Honest New Song, ‘Me Pt. 2,’ In Anticipation Of Her ‘Welcome to the Block Party Deluxe Album’

Posted on January 16, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Priscilla Block is opening up her heart and unveiling the truth behind why her bright light has been dimmed in…

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Dustin Lynch; Photo by Alive Coverage

Dustin Lynch’s Reveals ‘Stars Like Confetti’ As Next Radio Single, Debuts Fun-Filled Music Video

Posted on January 16, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

To celebrate the news of his song, “Stars Like Confetti,” impacting country radio on January 30, Dustin Lynch has dropped a…

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Reese Witherspoon and Kacey Musgraves (L-R) in “My Kind of Country,” premiering Friday, March 24 on Apple TV+

Reese Witherspoon and Kacey Musgraves Search For Diverse Country Stars On New Apple TV+ Competition Series, ‘My Kind of Country’

Posted on January 16, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Jimmie Allen, Mickey Guyton and Orville Peck join the show as scouts.

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Alana Springsteen, Griffen Palmer, Tigirlily Gold

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Alana Springsteen, Griffen Palmer, Tigirlily Gold & More

Posted on January 13, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The beauty of love is that for some, it may be everlasting and full of beauty, but for others, it’s…

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Jimmie Allen, Callista Clark; Photo by Alexa Campbell

Callista Clark And Jimmie Allen Deliver Fresh Take On Post-Breakup Anthem, ‘Wish You Wouldn’t’

Posted on January 13, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Having Jimmie Allen on ‘Wish You Wouldn’t’ is a literal dream come true,” Clark shares.

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Ian Munsick; Photo by Christopher Douglas

Ian Munsick Drops New Song, ‘River Run,’ Reveals Plans To Release Sophomore Album, ‘White Buffalo’

Posted on January 13, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Munsick says his home state of Wyoming heavily influenced his next project.

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