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.
Slater Nalley Reflects on New Song, ‘What Do You See?’ and Finding His Place in Country Music [Exclusive]
Posted on September 25, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I feel like this one gets stuck in my head, so I hope it gets stuck in other people’s heads,” Nalley shared of the new track.
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Who Is Caroline Alexis? Get To Know The Newest Member Of Team Riley Green On ‘The Voice’
Posted on September 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans can tune into the weekly episodes to watch Alexis’ journey on the competition unfold.
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Parmalee’s Scott Thomas And Wife Lexia Expecting First Baby [Exclusive]
Posted on September 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The couple will welcome their “Little Drummer Boy” this December.
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Zach Top Reveals What It Was Like to Hang With Musical Hero George Strait: ‘I Try To Play It Cool’
Posted on September 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Any time I get around guys like that, I gotta hold myself back from being a fan,” Top admitted.
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Luke Bryan’s Pennsylvania Farm Tour Stop Will Not Be Rescheduled After Rainout
Posted on September 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We know how disappointing this news is,” 1846 Farms wrote.
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Country Next: Carlisle Wright
Posted on September 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to Carlisle Wright.
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Lainey Wilson Shares Sweet Update on Newlywed Life With Her Husband, Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges
Posted on September 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“He’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me,” Wilson said.
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WATCH: Pam Tillis Invites Neal McCoy To Become A Member of the Grand Ole Opry
Posted on September 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The surprise news broke during the Grand Ole Opry’s Opry 100 Honors Charley Pride.
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Ella Langley Reacts as ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Makes History With 23-Week Run at No. 1: ‘It’s Changing My Life’
Posted on September 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m genuinely trying to find the words to help explain what’s going on in my brain today,” Langley admitted.
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Bunnie XO Claps Back at Critics Over 22-Year Age Gap With Dylan Wolf
Posted on September 22, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…Ya girl is living her best life – let meeeee k thanks byeeeee,” Bunnie stated.
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