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.
Priscilla Block Releases Honest New Song, ‘Me Pt. 2,’ In Anticipation Of Her ‘Welcome to the Block Party Deluxe Album’
Posted on January 16, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Priscilla Block is opening up her heart and unveiling the truth behind why her bright light has been dimmed in…
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Dustin Lynch’s Reveals ‘Stars Like Confetti’ As Next Radio Single, Debuts Fun-Filled Music Video
Posted on January 16, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
To celebrate the news of his song, “Stars Like Confetti,” impacting country radio on January 30, Dustin Lynch has dropped a…
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Reese Witherspoon and Kacey Musgraves Search For Diverse Country Stars On New Apple TV+ Competition Series, ‘My Kind of Country’
Posted on January 16, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jimmie Allen, Mickey Guyton and Orville Peck join the show as scouts.
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New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Alana Springsteen, Griffen Palmer, Tigirlily Gold & More
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
The beauty of love is that for some, it may be everlasting and full of beauty, but for others, it’s…
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Callista Clark And Jimmie Allen Deliver Fresh Take On Post-Breakup Anthem, ‘Wish You Wouldn’t’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Having Jimmie Allen on ‘Wish You Wouldn’t’ is a literal dream come true,” Clark shares.
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Ian Munsick Drops New Song, ‘River Run,’ Reveals Plans To Release Sophomore Album, ‘White Buffalo’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Munsick says his home state of Wyoming heavily influenced his next project.
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Chris Young Previews New Album With Release Of ‘Looking For You’ And ‘All Dogs Go To Heaven’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Young says his next album is “pretty much done.”
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Jelly Roll To Impact Country Radio With ‘Need A Favor’
Posted on January 13, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jelly Roll is preparing to send his new song, “Need A Favor,” to country radio. In the beginning of January, the…
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Dan + Shay Celebrate Fifth Anniversary Of ‘Tequila’ With Intimate Acoustic Performance
Posted on January 11, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dan + Shay took to social media on Tuesday (Jan. 10) to commemorate the fifth anniversary of their fan-favorite track,…
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George Strait Teases Next Album, Says He ‘Can’t Wait’ To Tour With Chris Stapleton This Year
Posted on January 10, 2023
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Madeleine O’Connell
George Strait is preparing to head back out on the road for his biggest stadium commitment in nearly a decade. While discussing…
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