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.
Posted on March 5, 2026
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She presented Church with the gift during their time on the road for his Free The Machine Tour 2026.
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Posted on March 4, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s good to be alive right now,” Evans shared with Bobby Bones.
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Posted on March 4, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The grit and the visuals really helped bring the song to life, and I can’t wait for fans to see it,” said Birge.
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Posted on March 3, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Not to be cliche but I’m on cloud 9,” Moroney shared.
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Posted on March 3, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I don’t ever respond to hate comments… but this one made me cackle,” she wrote.
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Posted on March 2, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The show dubbed the moment “Garner VS. Garner.”
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Posted on March 2, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Everyone’s fighting for their lives in here. It’s chaos,” Bella noted.
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Posted on March 2, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“For this performance, they’re going to see me bring a little more of whatever they were looking for…”
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Posted on March 2, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bradley’s Hollywood Week performance drew praise from the judges, including Carrie Underwood, who compared him to a lion waiting to break out of a cage.
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Posted on March 2, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Meghan reflected on her journey, her fans and the legacy she hopes to leave behind before taking the stage.
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