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.

Photo Courtesy of Maren Morris

Maren Morris Reveals Why She’s Taking A Break From Touring After the DreamGirl Tour

Posted on July 7, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“This is sort of my last tour for a bit…” Morris announced.

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Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams Paisley; Photo Provided, Taylor Swift; Photo by Jason Davis for NSAI

The Store Thanks Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Contribution in $26 Million Multi-Charity Donation

Posted on July 2, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We’re incredibly grateful to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for their transformative gift to The Store.”

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ERNEST Shares Patriotic Fourth of July Message to Fans Ahead of Holiday Weekend

Posted on July 2, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“May God bless you, may God bless our troops, and may God continue to bless the United States of America🇺🇸,” ERNEST wrote.

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Jameson Rodgers Announces Birth of His First Child, Support Pours In From Fellow Country Artists

Posted on July 2, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

Rodgers and his wife Sarah are loving this new chapter of life.

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HARDY Reveals He’ll Make Cameo in Glen Powell’s Upcoming Country Music Comedy ‘The Comeback King’

Posted on July 2, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m in a scene…But I can’t talk about it,” HARDY hinted.

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Parker McCollum with Hallie Ray and son Major; Photo via Instagram

Parker McCollum Opens Up About Son Major’s Latest Milestones and Preparing for Baby No. 2

Posted on July 2, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m enjoying just having him solo for this summer and then we’ll be right back to newborn phase again,” McCollum said of his son Major.

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Riley Green Says His Career ‘Feels Different’ Now But the Pressure Isn’t What Fans Might Expect

Posted on July 1, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“There’s not really more pressure now, especially not from fans,” Green says of putting out a new album amid major career success.

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Brittany Aldean; Jason Aldean; Photo courtesy of Brittany

Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean Get Candid About Their Prenup, Marriage, and Life Together

Posted on July 1, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

The couple gives fans a candid look into their marriage as they answer a series of personal questions submitted by fans.

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Cole Swindell Reflects on Fatherhood as Daughter Rainey Nears Her First Birthday

Posted on July 1, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

Swindell is embracing every moment of this new chapter.

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Dylan Scott; Photos Courtesy of TikTok-

Dylan Scott’s Son Steals the Show After Fans Shower Him With Dollars During Concert

Posted on June 30, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“You got money just coming at you from all angles!”

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