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.
Kacey Musgraves, Eric Church, Ella Langley & More Named Special Award Honorees For 19th ACM Honors
Posted on June 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The 2026 ceremony will take place on August 19 at The Pinnacle in downtown Nashville.
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Taylor Swift Joins Lainey Wilson for ‘Love Story’ at Tight Ends & Friends Show in Nashville
Posted on June 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marked the second year that Swift has showed up at the event in Music City.
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Kane Brown Took Golf Ball To The Head, Resulting in 23 Stitches and ‘Slight Concussion’
Posted on June 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m alive and that’s all that matters,” Brown wrote.
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Kenny Chesney Announces 21st Album ‘Silver Sands Marina,’ Releases Reflective Title Track
Posted on June 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“When I started thinking about all the things music can be, a few songs came in – and Silver Springs Marina, as it now exists, took shape,” shared Chesney.
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The Band Perry Teases New Project and Looks Back on CMA Fest Memories
Posted on June 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We’re putting finishing touches on right now…,” shared Kimberly.
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Country Next: Blake Proehl
Posted on June 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to Blake Proehl.
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Cody Johnson Reveals His Workout Routine While Talking Life On The Road [Exclusive]
Posted on June 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I don’t stand still on stage, so I really need to kind of be loosened up,” Johnson noted.
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Jelly Roll Surprises Loyal Fan With Lifetime Concert Tickets In Moment She Calls A Sign From Her Late Best Friend
Posted on June 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The fan went to the concert wanting an autograph and left with something much greater.
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Emily Ann Roberts Says Randy Travis Moment Made Her Believe ‘I Can Accomplish It Too’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve cried every time I’ve told the story…”
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Walker Montgomery Talks Personal Meaning Behind ‘I Don’t Think I Will,’ Shares Update on Wedding Plans [Exclusive]
Posted on June 22, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Montgomery reveals he and his fiancee Krista will be sharing their first dance to the original recording of “I Don’t Think I Will.”
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