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.
Why Ian Munsick Believes ‘Eagle Feather’ Is His Most Important Album Yet [Exclusive]
Posted on April 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just very, very proud of what we’ve been able to build…”
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BREAKING: Lorrie Morgan Halts All Performances As Husband Battles Aggressive Mouth Cancer
Posted on April 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Country icon Pam Tillis will fill in for Lorrie Morgan on several upcoming dates.
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Scotty McCreery Unveils Surprise Expansion Of ‘Seasons Change’ Album With Bonus Songs and Acoustic Versions
Posted on April 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The ‘Seasons Change’ album was truly life-changing for me,” McCreery admits.
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Morgan Wallen Unveils 37-Song Track List For ‘I’m The Problem’ Album
Posted on April 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen revealed several collaborations as part of the announcement, including duets with Tate McRae, ERNEST, and HARDY.
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LISTEN: Parker McCollum Reflects On Insecurities In ‘Hope That I’m Enough’
Posted on April 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Knew this one would be special the second I wrote it,” McCollum admits.
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WATCH: HARDY Taps Ashley McBryde For Show-Stopping ‘Wait In The Truck’ Performance At Country Thunder Arizona
Posted on April 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Festival-goers were treated to a surprise duet.
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CMA Fest Adds Epic Nightly Shows at Ascend Amphitheater Featuring Jake Owen, Wynonna Judd & More
Posted on April 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Tickets start at just $17.
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Dierks Bentley Announces 11th Studio Album, ‘Broken Branches’
Posted on April 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This is the people’s music and it represents that spirit of individuality so well,” Bentley shares.
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Morgan Wallen Announces Release Date For Rebellious Anthem Feat. Post Malone, ‘I Ain’t Comin’ Back’
Posted on April 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new tune marks the second collaboration between the hitmakers.
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George Strait Surprises Texas Dairy Queen Staff With Drive-Thru Visit and a Selfie
Posted on April 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“He was very friendly and very polite…It was an amazing experience to have met him….”
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