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.

Kelsea Ballerini; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Carly Pearce; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Kelly Clarkson; Photo by Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal

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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Montgomery Gentry; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

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; Photo Provided

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; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

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; Photo Courtesy CMA

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, Caitlin Estell; Photo via Instagram, Bobby Bones; Photo Courtesy TODAY on Twitter

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; Photo by CeCe Dawson

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; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

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; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Carrie Underwood; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Eric Church: Photo by Getty Images for ACM

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, Brendan McLoughlin

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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