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.
Dylan Conrique Talks Her Shift From Pop to Country Music and Finding Her Voice in Nashville
Posted on April 17, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Conrique’s newest release, “A Little Like You” proves that she has found her rightful home in country music.
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Belles Opens Up About Reimagining ‘Jolene’ and Working With Dolly Parton on ‘Son of Jolene’
Posted on April 17, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I never in a million years thought that I would ever get to meet her, much less have a song with her,” shared Belles of the country icon.
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Kacey Musgraves Claims She Spotted Three UFOs On Flight From Texas To Tennessee
Posted on April 10, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“S–t is weird, but I’m here for it. I’m open to it, I’m here for it.”
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George Strait Makes Triumphant Return to the Stage at Austin’s Moody Center
Posted on April 10, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
This show marked the first of Strait’s seven-show run in 2026.
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Country Singer Adam Sanders Heads to CBS’ ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff ‘Marshals’ After ‘The Road’ Win
Posted on April 10, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Sanders is set to perform his new song, “His To Mine” on Sunday, April 12.
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Alan Jackson Proudly Welcomes Second Granddaughter, Parker Anne, Born to Daughter Alexandra
Posted on April 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Denise and I are thrilled to announce the birth of our second granddaughter,” shared Jackson.
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WATCH: Emily Ann Roberts Gets Emotional Sharing First ACM Nomination News with Family
Posted on April 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just thankful to be nominated,” Roberts shared.
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Kelsea Ballerini Reveals Whether Her New York City Move Is Permanent
Posted on April 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m loving it so much,” Ballerini stated.
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Luke Bryan Reunites With Cancer Survivor on ‘American Idol’ Set 11 Years After Granting Make-A-Wish
Posted on April 8, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair got to reunite as part of April’s World Wish Month campaign.
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Gabby Barrett Gets Honest About Getting Married at 19 in Unreleased Track, ‘Young’
Posted on April 8, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This wasn’t the ‘smart choice’” but “8 years later,” she wrote.
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