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.
Chase Rice Brings Outlaw Anthem, ‘Way Down Yonder,’ To Life In New Video, Talks New Music
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chase Rice is entering his outlaw era with the release of his latest tune, “Way Down Yonder,” and its accompanying…
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Luke Combs Smashes Global Records, Immediately Sells Out Nearly Every Show On 2023 World Tour
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans hoping to attend one of the dates on Luke Combs’ massive world tour had to be quick with their…
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Q&A: Randy Rogers Talks 20 Years Of Randy Rogers Band And New Album, ‘Homecoming’
Posted on October 14, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
The just-released project marks the band’s ninth studio album.
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WATCH: Chase Rice Debuts Emotional Unreleased Song, ‘For A Day’ On Grand Ole Opry Stage
Posted on October 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chase Rice stepped into the historic circle of the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday, Oct. 11 to perform “Way Down…
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Morgan Wallen Wraps Record-Breaking Dangerous Tour, Earns 7th No. 1 With ‘You Proof’
Posted on October 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen played to a whopping 839,704 fans throughout the trek.
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Kane Brown And Katelyn Brown Celebrate Anniversary With ‘CMT Artists of the Year’ Date Night: ‘Thank God I Found You’
Posted on October 13, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country star Kane Brown and his wife Katelyn attended the 2022 CMT Artists of the Year celebration at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony…
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Parker McCollum Gives Update On Married Life, Teases New Album, & Reveals Role In Upcoming ‘Outlaws’ Documentary
Posted on October 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Parker McCollum’s plate is full of an abundance of new experiences and exciting projects, and even though his schedule keeps…
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Thomas Rhett Shares Heartwarming Montage Commemorating ’10 Years And 4 Kids Later’ With Lauren Akins
Posted on October 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
On Wednesday (Oct. 12), Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary. The singer took to social…
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WATCH: Carly Pearce Emphasizes ‘Rebirth’ In Breathtaking Music Video For ‘What He Didn’t Do’
Posted on October 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Carly Pearce is saying “out with the old, in with the new” as she closes one chapter and opens another…
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HARDY Announces 16-Date Headlining the mockingbird & THE CROW Tour
Posted on October 12, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
HARDY recently revealed that his upcoming sophomore album will be split into two parts, encompassing both his hard-hitting rock stylings…
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