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 September 3, 2024
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This event will not move forward as planned.
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Posted on August 30, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The album features 16 tracks, including two collaborations.
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Posted on August 29, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This session was recorded for HIXTAPE: Vol. 3: DIFFTAPE and also features Luke Combs.
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Posted on August 29, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think it’s just a great time for country music,” Lawrence shared.
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Posted on August 29, 2024
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“We won’t have it perfect at the beginning for sure, but we’re going to try it and see how it goes,” Hubbard admits.
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Posted on August 29, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song officially releases tomorrow, but we have a first-listen.
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Posted on August 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just going to try to get through it and honor him the best I can,” Krystal told Country Now prior to her performance.
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Posted on August 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Gilbert and HARDY teamed up to perform one of Keith most iconic hits.
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Posted on August 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This was such an iconic moment!
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Posted on August 28, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair of artists proudly played out the comedic storyline between a young woman and a sugar daddy.
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