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.
Michael Ray Sets His Sights On Becoming A Member of the Grand Ole Opry: ‘The Most Important Place In Music’
Posted on May 20, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
To date, Michael Ray has played the Opry 65 times.
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Cole Swindell Sweetly Praises Girlfriend Courtney Little: ‘She Makes Me Want To Be Better’
Posted on May 20, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cole Swindell’s “Single Saturday Night(s)” have come to an end thanks to his girlfriend, Courtney Little. He’s proud to say…
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LISTEN: Morgan Wallen Celebrates His 29th Birthday With Release Of New Song, ‘You Proof’
Posted on May 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Morgan Wallen is keeping the new music coming. He has finally dropped his long-awaited song, “You Proof,” marking his third…
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Eddie Montgomery, Walker Montgomery and John Michael Montgomery Re-Create Adorable Family Photo
Posted on May 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
When the Montgomery’s saw the chance to replicate an old family photo, they happily jumped on the social media trend….
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Michael Ray Gets ‘Raw and Real’ About the Moment ‘Whiskey and Rain’ Went No.1
Posted on May 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
When Michael Ray heard the news that his single, “Whiskey And Rain” had gone No. 1, he wasn’t partying in…
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Matt Stell Shares ‘Special’ New Single, ‘Man Made,’ Says New Album Will ‘Cover A Lot Of Bases’
Posted on April 30, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chart-topping country artist Matt Stell went from playing college basketball to making a career for himself in the music industry….
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Thomas Rhett Wants Fans To Know His Relationship with Lauren Akins is ‘Not Perfect’
Posted on April 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
It’s easy to look at a relationship online when all the best parts are shown as a highlight reel and…
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EXCLUSIVE: Jon Langston Unveils Lyric Video For Regretful New Single, ‘Back Words’
Posted on April 7, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jon Langston is back with a new single, “Back Words,” and it has the potential to be his biggest hit…
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WATCH: Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s Surprise Duet Has Fans Swooning
Posted on April 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Over the weekend (April 2), Blake Shelton made the trip to San Diego, CA where he headlined the sold-out Boots…
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Thomas Rhett Wonders ‘How Much Is Too Much’ When It Comes to Talking About His Kids
Posted on April 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Thomas Rhett is one of country music’s biggest stars, so it’s only natural for fans to be curious about him…
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