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.

Hailey Whitters; Photo by Harper Smith

Hailey Whitters Drops New Track ‘High On A Heartbreak,’ Announces ‘Corn Queen’ Album

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Listeners can expect to hear songs that paying homage to Whitters’ midwestern roots.

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Ernest; Photo by Delaney Royer

Ernest Makes Big Career Move With The Launch Of His Own Label, DeVille Records

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This announcement also teased a new star-studded mixtape project, “Cadillac Sessions.”

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Lainey Wilson; Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson

Lainey Wilson Honors National Bell Bottoms Day With Fiery New Anthem, ‘Bell Bottoms Up’

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

After heating up stages on tour, the infectious track is finally here.

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Chris Young; Photo by John Shearer

Chris Young Signals The Start Of A New Chapter With Heartfelt Ballad, ‘Til The Last One Dies’

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Songs like this don’t come along every day,” Young points out.

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Lauren Watkins; Photo by Luke Rogers

Lauren Watkins Talks Writing ‘Lose My Cool’ And Embracing a New Chapter Of Love On New Album [Exclusive]

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“’Lose My Cool’ is literally about falling in love with somebody and not really caring about being cool anymore,” she explains.

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Parmalee; Photo by Adam Budd

Parmalee Pushes The Envelope With New Album, ‘Fell In Love With A Cowgirl’

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s just a good representation of where we’ve been and where we’re going,” Parmalee’s Matt Thomas tells us.

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Harper Grace And Franklin Jonas On Their New Duet, ‘IDK,’ Performing at JonasCon, And Exploring New Sounds [Exclusive]

Posted on April 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This duet marks the first collaboration between the artists, who are eager to share it with more fans live in the near future.

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Devlin Duck Hodges, Lainey Wilson; Photo via Instagram

Lainey Wilson Spills The Tea On Her Surprise Engagement And Wedding Plans

Posted on April 3, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It could not have been more perfect…”

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Meghan Patrick; Photo by Ford Fairchild

Meghan Patrick Braves Fallen Trees And Nashville’s Severe Storm Aftermath To Reach Tortuga Music Festival

Posted on April 3, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Patrick’s strong efforts proves her dedication to her fans.

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Koe Wetzel; Photo by Crystal Wise

Koe Wetzel Prepares For Fatherhood: ‘It’s Going To Be A Big Change And A Good Change For Me’

Posted on April 3, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The Texas native has an exciting year ahead of him.

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