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.
Morgan Wallen Shares Stripped-Down Preview Of Unreleased Song
Posted on July 16, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Maybe I’ll release this one before the boats get winterized this time,” Wallen teased.
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Chris Janson Shuts Down Broadway For Full-Circle Nashville Performance
Posted on July 15, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I got emotional on stage last night, as it was an unbelievable show with the greatest fans,” Janson said of the performance.
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Elle King Shares How Autism Diagnosis Has Brought Clarity To Her Life
Posted on July 15, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…I was like, ‘Everything makes so much sense now.’ But I didn’t even know,” shared King.
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Riley Green Gets Candid About His Dating Life And Reveals If Settling Down Is In His Future
Posted on July 15, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s really not that easy to meet a girl when you’re doing what we’re doing,” Green admitted.
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Country Next: Cassidy Daniels
Posted on July 14, 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 Cassidy Daniels.
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Garth Brooks Shares Why He Continues To Prioritize Affordable Concert Tickets Ahead Of All On My Roots Tour
Posted on July 14, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Where you sit in the arena shouldn’t depend on how much you can afford…It should be all just luck of the draw,” says Brooks.
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Zach John King Announces Father’s Sudden Passing, Cancels Upcoming Shows
Posted on July 14, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“In the literal blink of an eye Friday, he was home with Jesus where his soul longed to be,” King shared.
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Reba McEntire’s Son Shelby Blackstock Reveals Baby Boy’s Name At Music-Themed Baby Shower
Posted on July 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The family is awaiting the arrival of baby boy Archer in October.
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Miss Iron County Shelby Springall Honors Dolly Parton With Show-Stopping Speed Painting Performance At Miss Utah 2026
Posted on July 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I couldn’t think of anyone more perfect to honor than Dolly Parton,” Springall wrote.
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Ella Langley Shares Powerful Message About Faith, Self-Worth And Finding Your Way Back To Happiness
Posted on July 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Nobody can tell you what you should or shouldn’t be doing. You live your life the way that you think you should be living your life,” said Langley.
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