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.
Dolly Parton’s ‘Cup of Ambition’ Coffee Line Makes Nationwide Debut With Commercial Filmed Before Her Passing
Posted on September 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I thought the cup of ambition would be a fantastic name for a coffee brand,” Dolly shared.
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Drew Baldridge Discovers Hilarious Mix-Up With His ‘FARM FAITH FAMILY’ CDs and Brantley Gilbert’s Music
Posted on September 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I bet this never happened to another country artist,” Bladridge stated.
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Riley Green Says ‘The Voice’ Contestant Everett Bounds Could Be a Future ‘Household Name’ After Blind Audition
Posted on September 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“He’s one of those guys that you give him the right song, I can see him being a household name,” said Green.
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Kelly Clarkson and Riley Green Go Head-to-Head for ‘The Voice’ Contestant Anna McElroy
Posted on September 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kelly Clarkson ultimately pulled off a major win over Riley Green, convincing Alabama native Anna McElroy to join her team.
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Chase Matthew Found Jason Aldean a ’68 Pontiac on Facebook Marketplace as the Perfect End-of-Tour Gift
Posted on September 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I knew I had to get him an end of tour gift that represented how much it meant to me,” Matthew explained.
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Ella Langley Shares How She’s Learned to Handle the Criticism That Comes With Success
Posted on September 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I don’t think I’ve ever had more opinions on myself in my life than I have in this last year,” Langley admitted.
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Lauren Alaina Defends Stella Lefty Amid a Wave of Online Criticism: ‘Do Better’
Posted on September 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The comment section is not passing the vibe check,” Alaina wrote.
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WATCH: Riley Green Stops Mid-Performance to Serenade Elderly Fan at California Show
Posted on September 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This young lady right here has been giving me the eye all night,” Green joked.
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WATCH: Lainey Wilson Literally Loses Her Head in Hilarious ‘Phone, Keys, Wallet’ Music Video
Posted on September 25, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The video gives a whole new meaning to the single.
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Corey Kent on Why ‘Heartland Rock and Roll’ Feels Like a Defining Moment in His Career [Exclusive]
Posted on September 25, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve never felt more confident in a batch of songs,” Kent admitted.
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