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.
WATCH: Jon Pardi And Wife Summer Reveal Gender Of Baby In Heartfelt Video
Posted on October 18, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jon Pardi and his pregnant wife Summer announced that their first baby is due in February 2023. Plus, the moment…
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Working With Walker Hayes Is ‘A Dream Come True’ For Ciara: ‘I’ve Always Dreamt Of Doing Something In Country’
Posted on October 18, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Walker Hayes and Ciara recently teamed up for the release of their boot-stomping party anthem, “Y’all Life.” While some may see this…
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WATCH: Dolly Parton Breaks Into Song And Uses Her Fingernails As An Instrument During Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy Speech
Posted on October 18, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dolly Parton was recently honored with the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy during the formal awards ceremony that was held New…
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Luke Bryan Once Again Joins Forces With Jockey For New ‘Outdoors’ Collection
Posted on October 18, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
“When my friends at Jockey first brought this up it was an easy yes for me,” Bryan shared.
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Kane Brown Receives 2022 Champion of Youth Award For Dedication To Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Posted on October 17, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
On Tuesday night (Oct. 13), chart-topping country star Kane Brown was recognized with the 2022 Champion of Youth award during the…
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Jelly Roll Recalls Meeting Wife Bunnie For The First Time Following Full-Circle Moment: ‘We Will Cherish This One Forever’
Posted on October 17, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
On Saturday night (Oct. 15), Jelly Roll took the stage in Las Vegas as part of Fremont Street Experience’s free…
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Neal McCoy Sparks Hilarious Rumor About Who Should Take Over Blake Shelton’s Coaching Duties On ‘The Voice’
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Blake Shelton recently announced that after 23 seasons, he will be stepping down from his role as a coach on NBC’s The…
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PHOTOS: Go Behind The Scenes Of Bailey Zimmerman’s Smashing New Video With Spotify
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Artist on the rise, Bailey Zimmerman has been crushing it ever since he released his very first song in 2021, and he’s…
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WATCH: Carrie Underwood Talks Motherhood Before Kicking Off Highly-Anticipated Denim & Rhinestones Tour
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
As Country music powerhouse Carrie Underwood prepares to embark on her headlining Denim and Rhinestones Tour, she shares how she plans…
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Florida Georgia Line Shares Unreleased Song, ‘Life,’ Off Upcoming Greatest Hits Album
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country duo Florida Georgia Line recently performed together for the last time, now that both members, Brian Kelly and Tyler…
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