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.

Megan Moroney; Photo by Lauren Black, Country Now

WATCH: Megan Moroney Snuggles Up With Adorable Puppies On The ‘Pupdate’

Posted on March 13, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The songstress got honest about her rapidly rising career while surrounded by puppies.

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Denise Jackson, Alan Jackson; Photo by Benjamin Askinas, CMA

Did You Know Alan Jackson’s Wife Denise Inspired His First No. 1 Single, ‘I’d Love You All Over Again?’

Posted on March 12, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The song reached the top of the charts in March of 1991.

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Landon Parker, Meghan Patrick, Logan Mize; Photos Provided

New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Landon Parker, Meghan Patrick, Logan Mize & More

Posted on March 10, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Crank up the volume on these new releases.

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The War and Treaty; Photo by Dillon Sherlock/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.

The War And Treaty Reflect On Their Journey To New Album, ‘Lover’s Game’

Posted on March 10, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The husband and wife duo are putting love at the forefront of their new music.

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Sam Hunt with wife Hannah and daughter Lucy; Photo via Instagram

Sam Hunt Shares An Update On Life At Home With His Baby Girl, Lucy

Posted on March 9, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’ve just been in heaven the past few months,” he shared.

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Photo Courtesy Chris LeDoux

Remembering Chris LeDoux 

Posted on March 9, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

LeDoux’s story may have been cut far too short, but his memory will forever live on in his legacy within the music and rodeo communities. 

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Kelsea Ballerini; Photos via TikTok

WATCH: Kelsea Ballerini Shares Adorable On-Stage Moment With ‘Mini Me’ During HEARTFIRST Tour

Posted on March 9, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Kelsea Ballerini consistently makes an effort to connect with her audience while on stage. During a stop in Columbus, OH…

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Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani Children; Photos via Instagram

Blake Shelton Takes His Job As A Stepdad To Gwen Stefani’s Kids ‘Very Seriously’

Posted on March 9, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“The kids see me as a very important person in their life,” he explained.

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Maren Morris; Photo by Andy Barron

Maren Morris, Brothers Osborne, Sheryl Crow & More To Join ‘Love Rising’ LGBTQ+ Benefit Concert

Posted on March 8, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The show is being labeled as “A celebration of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.”

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Luke Combs; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Morgan Wallen; Photo by David Lehr

Is A Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen Collab On The Horizon?

Posted on March 8, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Combs says collaborating with Wallen “would be awesome.”

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