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.

Jelly Roll, Kelly Clarkson; Photo by: Ralph Bavaro/NBCUniversal

Jelly Roll And Kelly Clarkson Perform ‘I Am Not Okay’ Duet On ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’

Posted on October 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Jelly Roll and Kelly Clarkson team up to sing his hit song, “I Am Not Okay” during a special segment…

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Randy Travis, Zach Top; Photo Courtesy of Zach Top

Zach Top’s Memorable Billy Bob’s Texas Debut Includes Surprise Appearance From Country Music Icon Randy Travis

Posted on October 16, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Top expressed how “honored” he felt to perform one of Travis’ songs right in front of the legend himself.

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HARDY with Wife, Caleigh; Photo via Instagram

BREAKING: HARDY And Wife, Caleigh, Expecting First Child

Posted on October 15, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The parents-to-be will welcome the baby in 2025.

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Jelly Roll; Photo Provided

Jelly Roll Celebrates ‘Beautifully Broken’ Album Release With Fiery, Sold-Out Show In Chicago

Posted on October 15, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I never would’ve dreamed that I would be releasing one of the biggest albums in the world and that I would be headlining the United Center on a Friday night,” he shared.

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Carly Pearce; Photo Courtesy of Big Machine Records

Carly Pearce Delivers A Burning Tale Of Revenge In Sizzling ‘Truck On Fire’ Music Video

Posted on October 15, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“No one wants to be cheated on, but everyone wants to seek revenge,” Pearce shares.

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Dasha; Photo by Acacia Evans

Dasha Reflects On Her ‘Insane’ Year Of Success And The Stories Behind Her New Deluxe Album [Exclusive]

Posted on October 15, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising star admits it’s been the “craziest year ever.”

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Erin Kinsey; Photo by Robby Stevens

Erin Kinsey Opens Up About Finding Her Voice And Speaking Her Truth In ‘Gettin’ Away With It’ EP [Exclusive]

Posted on October 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

These songs are more honest than Kinsey ever thought she could get.

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Reba McEntire; Photo Courtesy of NBC

Reba McEntire Unveils Theme Song For New NBC Sitcom, ‘Happy’s Place’

Posted on October 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Happy’s Place is set to premiere on NBC on Friday, Oct. 18

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Luke Combs, Jon Pardi, Bailey Zimmerman

BREAKING: Country Thunder Florida Cancels 2024 Festival Due To Safety Concerns

Posted on October 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The three-day event was scheduled to take place from Oct. 18-20.

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Kane Brown; Photo by Dennis Leupold

Kane Brown’s ‘Backseat Driver’ Offers A Heartfelt Tribute To Fatherhood And Life’s Most Precious Moments

Posted on October 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

This new song is set to appear on Kane Brown’s just-announced album, The High Road.

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