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.
Brett Eldredge Gets Vulnerable, Encourages Self-Acceptance On New Album, ‘Songs About You’
Posted on June 17, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Today, Brett Eldredge released his seventh studio album, Songs About You. This project follows Sunday Drive, the record that began…
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Kameron Marlowe Talks ‘Girl On Fire,’ Gives Update On Forthcoming Album
Posted on June 10, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Following right behind the streaming and radio success of his single, “Steady Heart,” Kameron Marlowe has released his highly-anticipated, “Girl…
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‘The Voice’ Alums Clint Sherman and Carson Peters Share Story Behind New Collab, ‘Happy to Drive’
Posted on June 10, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Singer-songwriters Clint Sherman and Carson Peters started off as competitors on Season 21 of the singing competition show, The Voice….
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Jordan Davis Shares How His Family Inspired His New Single, ‘What My World Spins Around,’ Reveals New Album Is ‘In The Works’
Posted on May 27, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jordan Davis follows up his back-to-back No. 1’s with the release of his highly anticipated new single, “What My World…
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WATCH: Maddie Poppe and Boyfriend Caleb Lee Hutchinson Star in ‘One That Got Away’ Music Video
Posted on May 25, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Season 16 American Idol winner, Maddie Poppe released a music video featuring fellow Idol alum/boyfriend – Caleb Lee Hutchinson. The…
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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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