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.
Willie Nelson’s Former Tennessee Home Is Officially Up For Grabs At $2.5 Million
Posted on November 2, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Willie Nelson’s former Tennessee cabin, which he built himself, is on the market for $2.5 million. The 150-acre estate in the…
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HunterGirl Writes ‘Thank You’ Letter To Her Hometown In New Song, ‘Hometown Out Of Me’
Posted on November 1, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
You can take HunterGirl out of her hometown, but you can never really take HunterGirl’s hometown out of her. When…
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Noah Thompson Vows To Stay True To Himself With ‘Make You Rich’: ‘I Want People To Know That I’m Not Forgetting Who I Am’
Posted on November 1, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
American Idol winner, Noah Thompson recently dropped his highly-anticipated track, “Make You Rich.” With this release and accompanying music video, the…
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PHOTOS: See The Best Halloween Costumes From Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Tyler Hubbard & More
Posted on November 1, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Some of country music’s biggest stars took a break from their hectic artist schedules to fully embrace Halloween with their…
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‘Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas’ Premiere Date Revealed
Posted on October 31, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dolly Parton skipped fall and jumped right into the Christmas season this year. On Oct. 14, she released the expanded…
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How A Hotel Chef Saved Tenille Townes’ UK Tour: ‘There Are Really Good People In This World’
Posted on October 31, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Rising country star Tenille Townes recently took to social media to reveal the story of how she almost didn’t make…
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Runaway June Steps Into New Chapter With The Release Of ‘Broken Hearts (Do Broken Things)’
Posted on October 31, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Runaway June just released their first song since welcoming new member, Stevie Woodward to the trio that also includes members Jennifer Wayne…
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Caleb Lee Hutchinson Surprises With New EP, ‘Songs I’ll Never Play,’ Alongside Gory Short Film
Posted on October 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Caleb Lee Hutchinson is embracing the Halloween spirit with the release of his EP titled Songs I’ll Never Play Again. The American…
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Lainey Wilson Allows Her Authenticity To Shine On New Album, ‘Bell Bottom Country’
Posted on October 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
In 2023, Wilson will embark on a headlining tour in support of the project.
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Dolly Parton Reveals Major Career Update: ‘I Do Not Think I Will Ever Tour Again’
Posted on October 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dolly Parton has confirmed her retirement from touring. During a recent interview Pollstar, the Country music icon revealed that she no longer…
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