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.
ERNEST Pauses Touring to Prioritize His Mental and Physical Health
Posted on August 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The road has been dragging me down in a bad way,” ERNEST wrote.
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Zach John King Gets Personal on Debut Album: ‘I Hope People Take It and Run With It’ [Exclusive]
Posted on August 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I would love for people, if they listen top down to this album, to really understand who I am in a different way than they have,” said King.
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WATCH: Tim McGraw Suffers Onstage Fall During ‘I Like It, I Love It’ Performance in Cincinnati
Posted on August 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
McGraw appeared unfazed by the fall and immediately got back up to finish delivering the hit.
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Everything We Know About Lainey Wilson’s Guest Appearance on Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Leanne’
Posted on August 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country superstar plays the role of Jessie, Leanne’s cousin.
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Little Big Town On Embracing Creative Freedom With New Album ‘It’s A Dying Art’
Posted on August 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We wanted to make an album that didn’t have any boundaries,” the group shared.
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WATCH: Chris Stapleton Honors Dolly Parton With Emotional ‘I Will Always Love You’ Performance Following Her Death
Posted on August 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We will all miss her very much. I miss her tonight and every night after this,” Stapleton told the crowd.
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Chayce Beckham Reveals How a Rescued Dog Led to Nine Puppies and a Search for Their Forever Homes
Posted on August 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We are looking for homes for all the pups so if anyone is wanting one just holler!”
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Jelly Roll and Leanne Morgan Remember Dolly Parton On ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’
Posted on August 26, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Leanne Morgan opened up about her love for Dollywood and how Dolly Parton’s generosity has impacted her.
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Country Music Community Mourns Dolly Parton: Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce and More Pay Tribute
Posted on August 25, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
These heartfelt tributes prove the impact Parton left on country music and the generations of artists who were inspired by her life and career.
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Dolly Parton, Country Music Legend, Dies at 80
Posted on August 25, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The news broke on Tuesday, August 25 through an announcement made by Dolly’s nephew and head of security, Bryan Seaver.
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