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.

Cody Johnson, Carrie Underwood; Photo Courtesy of Cody Johnson

Cody Johnson Announces Long-Awaited Duet With Carrie Underwood, ‘I’m Gonna Love You’

Posted on September 17, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

After a year of teasing this collaboration, it will finally be released next week.

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Brett Eldredge; Photo by Alysse Gafkjen

Brett Eldredge Announces New Holiday Album, Shares Festive Track, ‘Sweet December’ Featuring Kelly Clarkson

Posted on September 17, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The forthcoming project aims to get listeners into the holiday spirit with eight festive originals.

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Miranda Lambert; Photo by James Macari

Miranda Lambert Reveals Why She Held Onto Her Vulnerable Song ‘Run’ For 10 Years

Posted on September 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I wasn’t ever ready to perform it until now… “

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Kameron Marlowe; Photo by Andrew Cottrell

Kameron Marlowe Captivates Chicago Crowd With A Night Of Hits And Heartfelt Stories

Posted on September 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It feels good to be back,” Marlowe admitted to fans who flocked to see him at Joe’s Live.

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Nate Smith; Photo by Kaiser Cunningham

Nate Smith’s Candid Post Reveals Struggles of Balancing Music and Social Media: ‘I Am Absolutely Exhausted Trying To Be Cool’

Posted on September 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I don’t think people realize the amount of pressure us artists face,” Smith admitted in a candid Instagram post.

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Shenandoah, Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan; Photos Provided

LISTEN: Shenandoah Teams Up With Jason Aldean And Luke Bryan For A Modern Spin On Classic Hit, ‘Sunday In The South’

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The group expressed that Bryan and Aldean “couldn’t have been a better fit” for this song.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by Jarrod Anthonee

LISTEN: Tucker Wetmore’s ‘Silverado Blue’ Depicts The Reality Of Young Love

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wetmore recently showcased the new song during his Grand Ole Opry debut.

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Sam Hunt and Family; Photo Courtesy Sam Hunt

WATCH: Sam Hunt Offers Rare Glimpse Into Family Life With New Music Video for ‘Country House’

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Making this video is a memory I will hold dear,” Hunt shared.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Parker McCollum On Leaving His Reckless Days Behind and Writing ‘What Kinda Man’ [Exclusive]

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I needed to clean up my act,” McCollum admits, reflecting on the time before he met his wife, Hallie Ray.

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Scotty McCreery, Callista Clark; Photo Provided

WATCH: Callista Clark And Scotty McCreery Unite For ‘Gettin’ Old’ Music Video

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The artists’ new duet comes to life in this Roman White-directed clip.

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