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.
Kelsea Ballerini Announces ‘You’re Drunk, Go Home’ Collaboration With Carly Pearce And Kelly Clarkson
Posted on September 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ballerini called the track “a sassbomb yeehaw collab moment.”
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Eddie Montgomery Remembers Troy Gentry On The Anniversary Of His Death
Posted on September 8, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Gentry passed away on this day in 2017.
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Jordan Davis’ ‘Buy Dirt’ Earns Him CMA Nominations For Second Year In A Row: ‘I Was Pumped’
Posted on September 8, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Buy Dirt” is a career-changing song for Jordan Davis.
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Justin Moore Earns 11th No. 1 With Current Single, ‘With A Woman You Love’
Posted on September 8, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Justin Moore watched his recent release, “With A Woman You Love” climb the country radio charts all the way up to…
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Miranda Lambert Remains The Most-Nominated Female Artist In CMA Awards History
Posted on September 7, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Lambert has earned a total of 61 CMA Awards nominations to date.
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Bobby Bones Co-Hosts ‘TODAY’ Show With Support From His Wife, Caitlin
Posted on September 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bobby Bones’ wife, Catlin proudly stood by him in support as he served as a guest co-host on the TODAY…
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Danielle Bradbery’s Latest Single, ‘A Special Place’ Is The Start Of Something Big
Posted on September 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bradbery’s next musical era begins with “A Special Place.”
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Luke Bryan Encourages Fans To Support American Farmers Prior To Launch Of Farm Tour
Posted on September 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Luke Bryan took to social media to share how fans can support America’s farmers even if they can’t attend one…
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Darius Rucker, Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, And More Recall Their Jobs Before Music
Posted on September 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Before they were successful country artists, they were receptionists, cashiers, and even salesmen. Everyone has to start somewhere, right? In…
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Miranda Lambert’s Husband Promises To Attend ‘Every Single Night’ Of Her Las Vegas Residency
Posted on September 4, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Miranda Lambert’s first-ever residency in Las Vegas is just around the corner and her husband Brendan McLoughlin is set to support her…
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