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.
Alexandra Kay Makes 9-Year-Old Fan’s First Concert An Unforgettable Experience With Surprise Meet-And-Greet
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…the time Alexandra took to do this for Harper validated why we love her so much,” shared Harper’s mom.
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Carly Pearce, Megan Moroney, Parker McCollum & More To Perform At 19th ACM Honors
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The night will also feature a special tribute to Dolly Parton.
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Carter Faith, Laci Kaye Booth & Baby Nova Bring ‘Pearl Handled Pistol’ to Life in Cinematic New Music Video
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I truly love this song, but I couldn’t have made it what it is without the two of them,” Faith admits.
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Kenny Chesney Unveils Full Track List For 21st Studio Album, ‘Silver Sands Marina’
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Among the unreleased tracks is a highly-anticipated collaboration with Megan Moroney.
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Ashley McBryde Creates Full-Circle Moment by Inviting 11-Year-Old Singer Sawyer June to Make Her Grand Ole Opry Debut
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I told you I’m gonna watch you walk across that stage and here we are,” McBryde told the rising star.
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Dolly Parton’s Older Brother Coy ‘Denver’ Parton Dies At 82
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dolly Parton has yet to comment on the loss.
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Bailey Zimmerman Speaks Out After Delaware State Fair Concert Is Canceled Due to Power Outage
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“City lost power and there was nothing we could do,” Zimmerman explained.
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Megan Moroney Says Being Single Has Given Her A ‘Clear Head’ During Her Biggest Tour Yet
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s really nice that this is one of the first tours I’ve been on where I’m not dating anyone, so I literally have no distractions,” said Moroney.
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Morgan Wallen Kicks Off New Chapter With First Solo Release Of 2026, ‘Been By Now’
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song arrives as Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour nears the end.
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Ashley Cooke Unveils Two Emotional New Tracks, ‘famous to frances’ and ‘johnny ‘n june’
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new songs offer yet another preview into Cooke’s upcoming self-titled sophomore album.
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