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.

Sam Hunt and Family; Photo Courtesy Sam Hunt

WATCH: Sam Hunt Offers Rare Glimpse Into Family Life With New Music Video for ‘Country House’

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Making this video is a memory I will hold dear,” Hunt shared.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Parker McCollum On Leaving His Reckless Days Behind and Writing ‘What Kinda Man’ [Exclusive]

Posted on September 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I needed to clean up my act,” McCollum admits, reflecting on the time before he met his wife, Hallie Ray.

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Scotty McCreery, Callista Clark; Photo Provided

WATCH: Callista Clark And Scotty McCreery Unite For ‘Gettin’ Old’ Music Video

Posted on September 12, 2024

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The artists’ new duet comes to life in this Roman White-directed clip.

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Kelsea Ballerini; Photo by Catherine Powell

Kelsea Ballerini Sells Out Madison Square Garden: ‘Pretty Speechless’

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country singer received the milestone news on her birthday.

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Firerose; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Billy Ray Cyrus’ Ex-Wife, FIREROSE, Gives Health Update Following ‘Life-Threatening’ Diagnosis

Posted on September 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m so profoundly grateful to be alive,” she said.

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Luke Combs, Post Malone; Photos via Instagram, Luke Combs

Luke Combs Reacts To Post Malone Rocking ‘Bootleg’ Merchandise On Stage

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Combs playfully picked fun at Post Malone’s look on Instagram.

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Jon Bon Jovi; Photo Credit Metro Nashville Police, Mark Seliger

Jon Bon Jovi Responsible For Saving A Woman’s Life In Nashville

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It takes all of us to help keep each other safe,” Metro Police Chief John Drake shared after the incident.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by photos by Chris Hollo

Tucker Wetmore Makes Opry Debut Ahead Of Debut EP Release

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising star earned a standing ovation on the Grand Ole Opry stage.

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Megan Moroney; Photo by CeCe Dawson

Megan Moroney Plots 2025 AM I OKAY? Tour

Posted on September 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Moroney is looking forward to playing some of her “bucket list” venues on the just-announced trek.

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HARDY; Photo by Tanner Gallagher

HARDY Postpones Mississippi Show Amid Severe Weather Threat From Tropical Storm Francine

Posted on September 10, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It sucks and I hate it, but it is what it is,” said HARDY. 

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