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.
Miranda Lambert Shares Sweet Throwback Photo in Honor of Brother, Luke’s, Birthday
Posted on September 9, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Happy Birthday baby bro,” Lambert captioned the photo.
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Darius Rucker Recalls His Early Days In Country Music and Being Told the Audience May Not Accept Him
Posted on September 7, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I wanted to come in and be on the bottom of the rung and work my way up,” Rucker recalls.
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Luke Combs Shows Appreciation for U.S. Air Force Member with Kind Gesture
Posted on September 1, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country superstar Luke Combs is known not only for his musical talents, but also for being incredibly generous towards his…
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WATCH: Luke Combs Hides ‘Easter Eggs’ In ‘Cold As You’ Music Video
Posted on August 29, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
A few years ago, fans saw actors Nick McNeil and his on-screen ex, Katie Cronin, play the leads in Luke…
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WATCH: James “Bear” Bailey Shares Duet with Tim McGraw on TikTok
Posted on August 24, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Making it big in the music industry is difficult, but just getting started on that journey can be even more…
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Country Next: Brandon Lay
Posted on August 24, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
We take pride in introducing fans to country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. Here, we chat with Brandon Lay.
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Jimmie Allen and Wife Alexis Reveal Secret 2020 Wedding: ‘We’ve Actually Been Married for a Year’
Posted on August 20, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Last May, fans saw stunning photos shared by country artist Jimmie Allen and his beautiful bride, Alexis Gale, from what…
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Caleb Kennedy Reveals How Laine Hardy Inadvertently Helped Him Through His ‘American Idol’ Journey
Posted on August 5, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Before leaving season 19 of American Idol, contestant Caleb Kennedy found comfort in Idol alum, Laine Hardy’s song “Ground I…
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Sam Hunt and His Wife Hannah Are ‘Seriously’ Talking About Starting a Family
Posted on August 4, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chris Lane, Mickey Guyton, and Gabby Barrett are a few of the country music stars that have welcomed a new…
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Fueled By Chart-Topping Success of ‘Just The Way,’ Parmalee Releases New Album, ‘For You’
Posted on July 30, 2021
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Madeleine O’Connell
After a year of songwriting and a bit of time away from each other, Parmalee is back to performing together….
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