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.
Posted on November 21, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The lovebirds turned heads on the red carpet!
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Posted on November 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Strait was the recipient of the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Posted on November 20, 2024
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This collaboration set the bar high for the night ahead.
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Posted on November 20, 2024
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It’s official! Zach Top is off the market.
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Posted on November 19, 2024
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The invite-only event also recognized this year’s most-performed country hits.
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Posted on November 18, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wetmore showcased his breakout hits and a few unreleased tracks, giving fans a preview of his highly anticipated debut album.
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Posted on November 15, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The unexpected collaboration took place at Audacy’s Stars and Strings concert.
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Posted on November 15, 2024
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This track is only the beginning of the exciting new music Rose is preparing to release.
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Posted on November 15, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The duo shared that every artist they collaborated with played a role in selecting the tracks they recorded and had input in shaping the production process.
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Posted on November 15, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
As John Morgan continues to make waves on country radio with his Top 25 and rising hit, “Friends like that”…
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