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.

Jay Barker, Sara Evans; Photo Courtesy Instagram

Sara Evans Breaks Silence On Her Abusive Marriage And Reconciling With Her Husband Jay Barker

Posted on March 21, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I just did not want to divorce again and start over,” Evans admits.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Jim Wright

Parker McCollum To Headline 2024 ACM Lifting Lives Topgolf Benefit Concert

Posted on March 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

McCollum is “honored” to take part in the philanthropic event.

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Lainey Wilson, Barmen 1873 bourbon

Lainey Wilson Bringing ‘Bell Bottom Country’ Themed Pop-Up Bar To Nashville

Posted on March 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

This one of a kind experience will only be available for three days this spring.

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Brian Kelley, Brittney Kelley; Photo Courtesy Instagram

Brian Kelley’s Wife, Brittney Speaks Out About Serious Privacy Issue: ‘Please Respect Us’

Posted on March 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

If this doesn’t stop, Brittney says they may be forced to get the authorities involved.

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Parker McCollum, Luke Combs; Photo By Andrew Wendowski

Parker McCollum Reveals He Has An Ongoing ‘Dad Songs’ Bet With Luke Combs

Posted on March 20, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

McCollum and Combs have a playful songwriting bet on the table.

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Photo Courtesy Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter

Beyoncé Reflects On Criticism And Triumphs Ahead Of ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album Release

Posted on March 19, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The project will drop March 29 and is expected to feature a few surprise collaborations.

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Karen Waldrup, Ryan Argast; Photo by: Greg Gayne/NBC

Karen Waldrup And Ryan Argast Pair Up For Impressive Dan + Shay Cover On ‘The Voice’

Posted on March 19, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

This powerful performance made it “very difficult” for the country music duo to choose a winner.

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L. Rodgers, Tae Lewis; Photo by: Greg Gayne/NBC

‘The Voice’ Contestants L. Rodgers And Tae Lewis Battle It Out With Jaw-Dropping Duet Of ‘We Don’t Fight Anymore’

Posted on March 19, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Both singers made a huge impact on the coaches.

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George Strait; Photo by Jill Trunnell

George Strait Reveals He’s Heading Home To Texas For A Very Special Stadium Show

Posted on March 19, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Fellow Texans Parker McCollum and Catie Offerman will join him in College Station.

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Dasha; Photo by Adam Budd

Dasha Unpacks The Viral Success Of ‘Austin,’ Gives A Preview Of Next Album

Posted on March 19, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The viral country star says she “always knew” “Austin” would be the song to put her on the map.

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