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.
Tucker Wetmore, Meghan Patrick, Vincent Mason, & More To Perform At Elevation Beaver Creek 2024
Posted on August 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The event will take place September 23-25.
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JUST IN: Riley Green To Open New Midtown Nashville Bar, ‘Riley Green’s Duck Blind’
Posted on August 8, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The establishment will sit in the former location of Winners Bar & Grill.
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Jelly Roll Stops Concert To Assist Fan Using IV Drip
Posted on August 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Jelly Roll helped the cancer survivor find a seat at the concert.
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Mitchell Tenpenny Mourns The Loss Of ‘Ducky,’ The Rescue Dog That Saved Him: ‘I’ll Never Forget What You’ve Done For Me’
Posted on August 7, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star recalls getting his late furry friend after his dad’s passing in 2014.
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Lauren Alaina Finds Strength in Faith, Family, Friends, and Fans Following Father’s Sudden Passing
Posted on August 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star gave a special shoutout to her tour mate, Jason Aldean, for providing her with support amid this difficult time.
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Luke Combs Reflects On Writing Music With Post Malone: ‘It Was Really A Lot Of Fun’
Posted on August 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair of artists have already released one song together, and it seems there may be more in the works.
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Young Boy With Muscular Dystrophy Says Meeting His Idol, Jason Aldean, Was The ‘Best Day Ever’
Posted on August 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Aldean met with the young boy ahead of his show in Savannah, Georgia.
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Luke Bryan Offers Advice For Carrie Underwood Ahead Of Her New ‘American Idol’ Role
Posted on August 6, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan believes Underwood might need to double her therapy sessions to handle working with him and Lionel Richie.
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Billy Ray Cyrus Announces Divorce Finalization, Is ‘Relieved to Put This Nightmare Behind Him’
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“This has been absolutely the most crazy insane scam I have ever heard of,” he says of their short-lived marriage.
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Morgan Wallen Makes a Dream Come True for Young Fan Battling Heart Condition
Posted on August 5, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen and the Make-A-Wish Foundation gave this 6-year-old a night he’ll never forget.
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