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.

Josh Turner, Randy Travis; Photo by Chris Hollo, Grand Ole Opry

Randy Travis Surprises Josh Turner With Two New RIAA Certifications During Recent Grand Ole Opry Performance

Posted on June 12, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The singer was joined on stage by Travis as well as his wife Mary and Turner’s son Hampton for this momentous occasion.

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Lauren Alaina, Lainey Wilson; Photo by Hannah Turner, CMA

LISTEN: Lauren Alaina And Lainey Wilson Proudly Flaunt Their Assets In New Duet, ‘Thicc As Thieves’

Posted on June 9, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The collaborative track appears on Alaina’s brand-new EP, “Unlocked.”

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Thomas Rhett; Photo via Instagram

Thomas Rhett Reflects On His Seven Most Recent Chart-Topping Hits During Multi-No.1 Celebration

Posted on June 7, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star will commemorate his chart-topping success with the release of a special vinyl collection.

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Carly Pearce, Riley King; Photo via Instagram

Carly Pearce And Boyfriend Riley King Break Up After Two Years: ‘Things Didn’t Work Out’

Posted on June 7, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

King confirmed the news to Page Six and says he wishes Pearce “nothing but the best.”

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Mitch Rossell; Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC

WATCH: Mitch Rossell’s Unforgettable ‘America’s Got Talent’ Audition Leaves Judges and Audience In Awe

Posted on June 6, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising star performed the emotional and very personal track, “Son.”

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Lainey Wilson, Dolly Parton; Photos by Gilbert Flores for PMC, ACM

Lainey Wilson ‘Almost Passed Out’ After Learning She’d Be Recording A Duet With Her Hero, Dolly Parton

Posted on June 6, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I felt like I just had known her my whole life,” Wilson shared of the moment she finally met Parton.

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Larry Fleet, Emily Ann Roberts, LANCO; Photos Provided

New Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Larry Fleet, Emily Ann Roberts, LANCO & More

Posted on June 6, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

A wave of new country songs are taking over.

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Photo Courtesy Luke Grimes

Hear Luke Grimes’ New Song, ‘Playin’ On The Tracks’

Posted on June 5, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We were trying to capture the outlaw spirit of a sort of rambler. Once we got going it sort of fell out,” the singer shared.

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Tyler Rich; Photo by David OD

Tyler Rich Prepares For A Show-Stopping Performance At The Westin Nashville As Part Of 27 LIVE Music Series

Posted on June 4, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s probably been the thing I’m looking forward to the most for really the whole summer,” he told Country Now.

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Devlin Duck Hodges, Lainey Wilson; Photo Courtesy of Gilbert Flores for PMC-6

Lainey Wilson Reveals She’s Been Dating Boyfriend Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges For Over Two Years: ‘He Is Good As Gold’

Posted on June 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country singer couldn’t help but to gush over her longtime boyfriend.

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