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.
Keith Urban Creates ‘Utopian Existence’ For His Chicago Fans On The Speed Of Now Tour
Posted on September 30, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
“My job is to make sure that every one of you forgets about your life outside of this place right now,” Urban promised.
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Q&A: George Birge On Giving New Life To Neal McCoy’s ‘Wink’ With ‘That Drink,’ ‘Mind On You’ Hitting Country Radio, & More
Posted on September 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
After George Birge went viral on TikTok with his song “Beer Beer, Truck Truck,” everything started to fall into place….
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New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Dylan Schneider, Callista Clark, Drew Baldridge, & More
Posted on September 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Music often serves as an escape from reality and these new releases are doing just that as they encourage a…
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BREAKING: CMT To Honor Alan Jackson With ‘Artist Of A Lifetime’ Award: ‘I’m Very Proud’
Posted on September 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country music icon Alan Jackson will receive the “Artist of a Lifetime” award at the 2022 CMT Artists of the Year during a 90-minute…
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Carrie Underwood Gives Sneak Peek Into Denim & Rhinestones Tour: ‘Are You Ready?’
Posted on September 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Carrie Underwood will be hitting the road in no time, as her 43-city Denim & Rhinestones Tour is set to…
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Thomas Rhett Looks Back On Life With Wife Lauren Akins Ahead Of 10th Anniversary: ‘It’s Kinda Wild’
Posted on September 29, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins are approaching a milestone in their relationship. On Oct. 12, they will celebrate…
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BREAKING: Jay Allen And Kylie Morgan Announce Postponement Of Wedding Due To Hurricane Ian
Posted on September 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Obviously, we were supposed to get married this weekend, but that is the least of our concerns,” they shared.
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Maren Morris Says She Might Not Attend This Year’s CMA Awards: ‘I Don’t Feel Comfortable Going’
Posted on September 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Maren Morris has been nominated for the album of the year award at this year’s CMA Awards, but she revealed she’s…
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Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour Wraps With 100,000+ Fans And Generous Donations To Farming Communities
Posted on September 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan’s 13th Farm Tour has come to a close.
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Love And Theft’s Eric Gunderson Details His Previous Battle With Addiction That Led To Several Near-Death Experiences
Posted on September 28, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Gunderson is now nearly seven years sober.
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