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.
LISTEN: Brandon Davis Sets His Sights High And Places Value On Patience in New Song, ‘I Can Wait’
Posted on October 9, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Rising country artist Brandon Davis has faith that he has an even brighter future ahead of him, and in his…
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Madeline Edwards Announces Debut Album, ‘Crashlanded’ Upon Release Of New Song, ‘Too Much Of A Good Thing’
Posted on October 7, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Edwards signed with Warner Music Nashville to release the project.
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Cole Swindell Continues To Dominate Country Radio Charts With ‘She Had Me At Heads Carolina’
Posted on October 7, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cole Swindell has another major feat on his hands with his latest release, “She Had Me At Heads Carolina.” The…
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Live In The Vineyard Brings Country Music To Colorado With Elevation Beaver Creek
Posted on October 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country Music reached new heights during a unique three-day experience that’s fittingly titled, Elevation Beaver Creek. Born from the success…
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Madeline Merlo Opens New Chapter Of Creativity With Latest EP, ‘Slide’: ‘It’s Been A Long Process’
Posted on October 6, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
It had been “2 years, 5 months and 24 days” since rising country artist Madeline Merlo released new music, but…
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Spencer Crandall Postpones First Weekend Of Headlining Tour: ‘It Kills Me To Not Play These Shows’
Posted on October 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Spender Crandall took to social media on Wednesday, Oct. 5 to announce that due to the sickness he has been…
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WATCH: Luke Bryan Shocks Alana Springsteen With Big News Over FaceTime Call
Posted on October 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Alana Springsteen recently received a FaceTime from country superstar Luke Bryan letting her know that she will get to step into the…
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Hank Williams Jr. Celebrates Grandparent’s Day With Three Of His Grandchildren At School Event
Posted on October 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
When Hank Williams Jr. isn’t working as a renowned award-winning artist, he’s taking his grandfather duties very seriously. On Tuesday, Oct….
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WATCH: Luke Bryan And Riley Green Tribute Shenandoah With Performace Of Classic Country Hit
Posted on October 5, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Riley Green joined Luke Bryan out on stage during a stop on the Raised Up Right Tour for a heartfelt…
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Mike Ryan Shares The Adorable Way He Found Out He’ll Be Making His Opry Debut
Posted on October 3, 2022
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country singer/songwriter Mike Ryan was surprised by his two sons with the news that he will get to make his…
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