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.
Posted on January 3, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
On December 16, Yellowstone star Luke Grimes graced the country music community with his first solo release, “No Horse To Ride.” As…
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Posted on January 3, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“‘23 is going to be the craziest year ever, and that’s because I’ve got people like Morg in my corner,” Zimmerman shared.
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Posted on January 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“She doesn’t stop moving,” Linn said of McEntire.
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Posted on January 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“If that tired guy on the left can do it so can you,” Mooney wrote.
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Posted on January 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans of the hit TV series, Yellowstone, finally have an answer to the question they’ve been eagerly holding onto, which is…
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Posted on January 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, Jelly Roll explained that his goals are focused on maintaining a healthier lifestyle…
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Posted on January 2, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
As another year comes to an end, many people took to social media to share some memorable moments they’ve had…
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Posted on December 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
A slew of country artists welcomed their new bundles of joy into the world this year. Some added to their…
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Posted on December 19, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
2022 has proven to be a year of soaring new talent, trailblazing success and an abundance of genre-bending releases. The…
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Posted on December 19, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Grab a hot chocolate, throw on your comfiest pajamas, relax and enjoy all the new Christmas music that has dropped…
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