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.
Carrie Underwood To Launch Exclusive Year-Round SiriusXM Channel, ‘Carrie’s Country’
Posted on May 1, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m thrilled to partner with SiriusXM on my new channel,” Underwood shared.
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Is Post Malone Teasing A Country Album?
Posted on April 28, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve spent a bit in the studio lately working on new music…” the artist shared.
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Brandon Davis Tackles Love, Heartbreak, & Uphill Battles In New Album, ‘Jesus and Jesse James’
Posted on April 28, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The project features eight songs, all of which were co-written by Davis.
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Nate Smith Fulfills Lifelong Dream With Release Of Debut Album: ‘It’s A Huge Moment’
Posted on April 28, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I felt like there was more to tell…”
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Toby Keith Announces The Return Of Toby Keith & Friends Golf Classic
Posted on April 28, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
To date, the event has raised more than $15 million for OK Kids Korral.
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Kevin Griffin Shares Lessons In Building A Successful Life And Career In His New Book, ‘The Greatest Song’
Posted on April 27, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The songwriter has worked in the music industry for three decades.
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Who Is VAVO? Meet The Creators Behind YEEDM
Posted on April 26, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
VAVO describes what they’ve created as “Yeehaw dance music.”
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Lainey Wilson Breaks The Record For Shortest Gap Between No. 1 Hits On US Country Radio
Posted on April 26, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wilson broke the record previously held by Crystal Gayle.
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Luke Bryan Announces The Return Of Farm Tour
Posted on April 26, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
This will mark the country star’s 14th headlining run at local farms.
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Miranda Lambert Shares ‘Street Week Selfies’ with Husband, Brendan, In Celebration Of Her New Book, ‘Y’all Eat Yet’
Posted on April 25, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Lambert’s new book is available now.
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