Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Parker McCollum; Photo by Chris Kleinmeier

Parker McCollum Gives Update On Married Life, Teases New Album, & Reveals Role In Upcoming ‘Outlaws’ Documentary

Posted on October 12, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Parker McCollum’s plate is full of an abundance of new experiences and exciting projects, and even though his schedule keeps…

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Thomas Rhett Shares Heartwarming Montage Commemorating ’10 Years And 4 Kids Later’ With Lauren Akins

Posted on October 12, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

On Wednesday (Oct. 12), Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary. The singer took to social…

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Carly Pearce; Photo by Preston Leatherman

WATCH: Carly Pearce Emphasizes ‘Rebirth’ In Breathtaking Music Video For ‘What He Didn’t Do’

Posted on October 12, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Carly Pearce is saying “out with the old, in with the new” as she closes one chapter and opens another…

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HARDY Announces 16-Date Headlining the mockingbird & THE CROW Tour

Posted on October 12, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

HARDY recently revealed that his upcoming sophomore album will be split into two parts, encompassing both his hard-hitting rock stylings…

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Country Cares 2022 Group Photo; Photo Courtesy ASLAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Country Cares Seminar Creates Eye-Opening Experience For Country Music Industry

Posted on October 11, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Alabama’s lead singer, Randy Owen had a pivotal vision that came to life for the first time in 1989 when…

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Here’s Why Keith Urban Is Not Returning To ‘The Voice’

Posted on October 11, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Keith Urban shared that while he has enjoyed being in the coaching seat for The Voice Australia alongside fellow judges Jessica Mauboy,…

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WATCH: Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning Endure Hilarious ‘CMA Bootcamp’ To Prepare For Co-Hosting Duties

Posted on October 11, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning are “fired up” as they prepare to host this year’s CMA Awards.  In order to…

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Alexandra Kay; Photos via Instagram

WATCH: Alexandra Kay Shares The Emotional Moment She Finds Out She’ll Be Making Her Opry Debut

Posted on October 10, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Alexandra Kay recently received the surprise of a lifetime when she found out that she will get to make her…

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Rascal Flatts; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Will Rascal Flatts’ Farewell Tour Be Rescheduled? Gary LeVox Weighs In

Posted on October 10, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Country music band, Rascal Flatts, was among the many artists that were forced to cancel a tour in 2020, but…

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HARDY; Photo by Ryan Smith

HARDY Surprises With Three New Songs, Reveals Plans To Release A Half Country, Half Rock Album, ‘the mockingbird & THE CROW’

Posted on October 10, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

HARDY is starting the week off on a high note with the release of three new tracks – “here lies…

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