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 February 25, 2026
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He also reflects on how bourbon, storytelling, and his grandfather’s memories connect to him to Haggard.
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Posted on February 25, 2026
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“For me, it’s not summer if we’re not playing music outdoors,” he shared.
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Posted on February 24, 2026
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The trek is set to run throughout the fall, following their supporting dates with Morgan Wallen.
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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“…it’s not just about the age. It’s about what you got inside.”
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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“It’s hard to go home,” she admits.
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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“He only called three names and praise be that I was one of them…”
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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Harper admits she “got excited” and “forgot the words.”
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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“y’all, you’re gonna want to remember the name Sawyer June,” McBryde insists.
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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“Looking back on it…he’s exactly right. It never is the same,” Church shared.
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Posted on February 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Kashus Culpepper will join Jelly Roll on the intimate trek this spring.
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