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.
Cole Swindell Reveals New Single, ‘We Can Always Move On,’ and Shares the Story Behind His Album Title Track, ‘Spanish Moss’
Posted on May 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song is set to impact country radio on June 2, while the album will release on June 27.
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Kelsea Ballerini Performs Stripped-Down Rendition Of ‘Baggage’ Alongside Powerhouse Co-Writers On ‘The Voice’
Posted on May 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ballerini was joined by Alysa Vanderheym, Jessie Jo Dillon, Hillary Lindsey, and Karen Fairchild on stage.
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Lainey Wilson, Reba McEntire & Miranda Lambert Honor Iconic Women of Country Music With ‘Trailblazer’
Posted on May 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song was written by Wilson and Lambert with Brandy Clark.
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After An Unforgettable Year, Kelsea Ballerini Is Taking a Breather and Planning Her Next Move
Posted on May 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m going to be quiet for a little bit and figure out what’s next…”
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Gretchen Wilson Opens Up About Life At 50 And Her Toughest Challenge Yet—’The Masked Singer’ [Exclusive]
Posted on May 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ll be 52 in June and I have been my very best since I have become 50.”
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Ella Langley Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles During Career-Defining ACM Awards Week
Posted on May 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Just because I might seem like I’m on the top of the mountain right now, it doesn’t look like that all the time.”
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Megan Moroney Turns Full-Circle Moment With Kenny Chesney Into Collaborative Single, ‘You Had To Be There’
Posted on May 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Moroney recently shared that the song was born during a songwriting retreat in Florida.
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Jake Owen Talks Sobriety, Fatherhood, And Following His Dreams To Nashville 22 Years Ago [Exclusive]
Posted on May 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I just encourage anybody out there…follow your heart, follow your dreams,” he shared.
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Drew Baldridge Talks Career Milestones Amid ‘Tough People’ Success And National TV Debut [Exclusive]
Posted on May 12, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The rising star reveals he’s currently working on a new album.
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Ashley McBryde Talks ‘Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs’ And The Creative Journey Behind Her Next Album [Exclusive]
Posted on May 12, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
McBryde promises she has “so much new music” on the way.
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