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.
Fueled By Chart-Topping Success of ‘Just The Way,’ Parmalee Releases New Album, ‘For You’
Posted on July 30, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
After a year of songwriting and a bit of time away from each other, Parmalee is back to performing together….
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Parker McCollum Claims Miranda Lambert is the ‘Dolly Parton of My Generation’
Posted on July 29, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
The “Gold Chain Cowboy” Parker McCollum, gives high praise to country music superstar, Miranda Lambert, calling her “the Dolly [Parton]…
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Kevin Costner is Taking His ‘Yellowstone’ Inspired Album on the Road
Posted on July 27, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Singer, songwriter and actor Kevin Costner is bringing his Yellowstone-inspired music to the stage with his band, Modern West. Since…
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Five Things You Need To Know About MacKenzie Porter
Posted on July 27, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Canadian-born country singer MacKenzie Porter has been taking the industry by storm. She joined Dustin Lynch on the infectious “Thinking…
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Caleb Kennedy Admits He ‘Wasn’t Ready’ for the ‘American Idol’ Experience
Posted on July 14, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“There’s no way to emotionally prepare for Idol,” he says.
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Elle King Talks Collaborating with Miranda Lambert and Diving Head First Into the Country Genre
Posted on July 7, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Singer/songwriter and mom-to-be, Elle King has made a huge step in immersing herself in the country music community with her…
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Eric Church Shares the Story Behind His Nostalgic New Single, ‘Heart On Fire’
Posted on July 7, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country music superstar Eric Church has released his single, “Heart on Fire,” the latest release off of his three part…
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Brian Kelley Digs Up Florida Roots for Solo Album, ‘Sunshine State of Mind’
Posted on June 25, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I didn’t want to wait until I’m 50 to put out a record,” Kelley shares. “I didn’t want to wonder.”
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Kameron Marlowe Finds Love in the Florida Keys in New ‘Tequila Talkin” Music Video
Posted on June 22, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kameron Marlowe brings life to his charming single of the summer, “Tequila Talkin’” with the release of a romantic music…
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Dierks Bentley Bids Heartbreaking Farewell to Cancer-Stricken Fan with Private Bedside Concert
Posted on June 21, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Rest In Peace Baylee Barradas,” Bentley wrote about his lifelong friend.
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