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.

Colin Stough, Will Moseley; Photos by Andrew Wendowski

‘American Idol’ Alums Colin Stough And Will Moseley Team Up For New Tour

Posted on July 25, 2024

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The artists will begin their “Together In Concert” run this fall.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Jim Wright, Miranda Lambert; Photo by James Macari

Parker McCollum Shares Heartfelt Reaction To Being Featured On Miranda Lambert’s New Album, ‘Postcards From Texas’

Posted on July 25, 2024

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The Texas native dubbed it a “dream come true” opportunity.

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HARDY; Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC

WATCH: HARDY Wears A Straightjacket While Performing ‘PSYCHO’ On ‘The Tonight Show’

Posted on July 25, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

HARDY created the PSYCHO music video with his ‘Tonight Show’ performance.

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Parker McCollum, Hallie Ray Light; Photo via Instagram

Parker McCollum Shares Inspiration Behind Potential Name For First Son

Posted on July 24, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

This name appears to be McCollum and his wife’s current favorite.

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Old Dominion and St. Jude patient Maelin Kate

Old Dominion To Be Honored With Angels Among Us Award At 2024 Country Cares Seminar

Posted on July 24, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s truly humbling to be awarded the Angels Among Us honor by St. Jude,” said Old Dominion’s Matthew Ramsey.

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Bunnie XO; Photos via Snapchat

Jelly Roll’s Wife, Bunnie XO, Shares ‘Scary’ Health Update Following Recent Test Results

Posted on July 24, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m a really fu**ing scared and stressed out about it. But I know God’s got me,” she admitted.

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Lauren Alaina, J.J. Suddeth, Photo via Instagram

Lauren Alaina Mourns The Sudden Loss Of Her ‘Daddy,’ Cancels Three Upcoming Shows

Posted on July 24, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I am going home to be with my family. Thank you for your prayers and understanding,” Alaina wrote.

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Miranda Lambert; Photo by James Macari

Miranda Lambert Announces ‘Postcards From Texas’ Album, Shares New Song, ‘Alimony’

Posted on July 24, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The new album is set to drop September 13 and will feature 14 tracks that tribute her home state.

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Dalton Dover, Bryce Leatherwood; Photos via TikTok

‘The Voice’ Alums Dalton Dover and Bryce Leatherwood Unite For Cover Of Post Malone and Blake Shelton’s ‘Pour Me A Drink’

Posted on July 23, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Dover and Leatherwood are tipping their hats to their coach, Blake Shelton, and his buddy, Post Malone.

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Anne Wilson, Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy Anne Wilson, Facebook

WATCH: Anne Wilson Documents Dream Come True Performance With Jelly Roll That Earned Praise From Lainey Wilson

Posted on July 23, 2024

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“What a dream!!!! Another bucket list item checked off!!!!,” Wilson shared.

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