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.
WATCH: Lauren Alaina’s Daughter Beni Doll Steals the Show During Sweet Onstage Moment
Posted on August 17, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Beni joined Alaina on stage during her recent stop in Galva, IL.
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Colt Ford Postpones Several Upcoming Shows to Focus on Recovery After Bus Crash
Posted on August 14, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Colt is now focused on resting, recovering, and getting back to doing what he loves,” the update read.
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Kaitlin Butts Embraces Her Wild Side On ‘I Wanna Be Bad,’ Previewing Just-Announced Album, ‘Hello, Honky Tonk’
Posted on August 14, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The rebellious track finds Butts dreaming of stepping away from her good girl ways and having a little fun.
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WATCH: Kane Brown Finds Fearless 8-Year-Old Fan to Take Katelyn’s Place During ‘Thank God’ Duet
Posted on August 14, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brown spotted the fan in the crowd with a sign asking to sing “Thank God” and then fulfilled her dream.
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Reba McEntire Shares New Update on Wedding Plans With Rex Linn as Busy Schedules Continue to Delay Big Day
Posted on August 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We’re just waiting until we have an open spot to have the wedding,” she admitted.
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Ashley Cooke Gets Candid About the Heartbreak, Honesty and Real-Life Moments Behind Her New Self-Titled Album
Posted on August 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think people are going to relate to the ins and the outs of it and find themselves in it,” Cooke said of the project.
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Luke Combs Announces 2027 My Kinda Saturday Night Tour With 12 New Stadium Shows
Posted on August 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Heard a lot of you guys asking, ‘why didn’t he come to my city’…so we’re bringing it back for 2027,” said Combs.
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WATCH: Megan Moroney Welcomes Kameron Marlowe for Surprise ‘Fix You Too’ Duet in Arizona
Posted on August 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We were at the same place at the same time. That never happens for artists,” Moroney told the crowd.
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Tyler Braden Talks New Music, International Touring and Entering His Next Chapter [Exclusive]
Posted on August 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Braden also previews his upcoming free rooftop concert, 27LIVE Powered by Country Now.
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WATCH: Miranda Lambert Surprises Fans with Gretchen Wilson and Lainey Wilson Onstage at Full Throttle Saloon
Posted on August 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The star-powered moment took place during the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota.
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