Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Scotty McCreery; Photo Courtesy of Youtube

WATCH: Scotty McCreery Brings ‘Porch’ to Life In Beachside Music Video Featuring His Wife And Son

Posted on October 9, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The breezy background set the perfect tone for the heartfelt tune.

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Miranda Lambert, Jake Worthington; Photo by Jessica Hood

How Bad Weather Inspired Jake Worthington and Miranda Lambert’s New Collaboration

Posted on October 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Worthington recently became the second-ever signee to Big Loud Texas.

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Parker McCollum and Family; Photo Courtesy Instagram

Parker McCollum Aspires To Create The ‘Classic American Dream’ Childhood For His Son, Major

Posted on October 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I don’t know if being on a tour bus all the time is conducive to that,” McCollum shared.

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Megan Moroney; Photo by Cece Dawson

Megan Moroney Expands Her Heartbreak Chronicles With ‘Am I Okay? (I’ll Be Fine)’, Adds New Tour Dates

Posted on October 8, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Moroney’s expanded sophomore album includes 17 tracks.

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Lily Rose; Photo by Justice Lowe

Lily Rose Brings Energy and Emotion To Chicago During Runnin’ Outta Time Tour

Posted on October 7, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“From the bottom of my heart, thank you…You guys show up for us every single time,” the rising star told her Illinois audience.

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Luke Combs; Photo by David Bergman, Eric Church; Photo by Anthony D’Angio

Luke Combs and Eric Church Lead ‘Concert for Carolina’ For Hurricane Helene Relief

Posted on October 7, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

100% of the proceeds will go directly to those impacted by the storm.

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Lanie Gardner; Photo by Don Henson

Rising Star Lanie Gardner Set To Release Highly Anticipated Debut Album, ‘A Songwriter’s Diary’

Posted on October 4, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I can’t wait for you all to hear this music,” she shares.

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Morgan Wallen; Photo Provided, Morgan Wallen “Help” T-Shirt Benefitting Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee and MANNA FoodBank of Western North Carolina

Morgan Wallen Foundation Continues Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts With ‘HELP’ Campaign

Posted on October 4, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

There are four different ways to get involved in this campaign, both on-site in Tennessee and virtually.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by Jarrod Anthonee

Tucker Wetmore’s Debut EP ‘Waves on a Sunset’ Lays the Foundation For His Forthcoming Full-Length Album

Posted on October 4, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wetmore says he’s “so proud” of this project.

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Eric Church; Photo by Robby Klein

Eric Church Dedicates New Song ‘Darkest Hour’ To ‘North Carolina, Now and Forever’

Posted on October 4, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Church announced that he is donating all of his publishing royalties from his new song to the people of North Carolina.

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