Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Miranda Lambert; Photo Courtesy of Lone River

Miranda Lambert Announces ‘Really Special’ New Partnership

Posted on March 30, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I don’t do a ton of partnerships,” Lambert admitted.

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Luke Bryan and Family; Photos via Instagram

Luke Bryan Is ‘Happiest’ When His Family Is By His Side

Posted on March 30, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“When you’re out there touring by yourself, you’re always kinda yearning for home a little bit.”

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Chris Lane, Lauren Lane and Dutton; Photo via Instagram

Chris Lane And Lauren Lane Give Fans A Chance To Shop Their Closets For A Good Cause

Posted on March 29, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Some of the listed items includes clothes that the country singer wore on stage and on red carpets.

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Photo Courtesy Luke Combs

Luke Combs Admits It Was ‘Tough’ Adjusting To Fame, Promises To Give His Children A ‘Normal Life’

Posted on March 29, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I want them to have the things that I didn’t have. But I also want them to have the things that I did have,” he revealed.

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Jay Allen; Photo by: Greg Gayne/NBC

Jay Allen Dishes On What It’s Really Like To Be A Contestant On ‘The Voice’

Posted on March 29, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m gonna say this for the first time in an interview…”

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Tim McGraw, Don't Take The Girl

Remember When Tim McGraw Released ‘Don’t Take The Girl?’

Posted on March 29, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Tim McGraw saw great success in the 90s with songs including “Something Like That,” “I Like It, I Love It,”…

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Kane Brown; Photo Courtesy of Fire Country/CBS

See Kane Brown’s Acting Debut Unfold Through A Series Of Fiery Photos

Posted on March 28, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Acting has been a life-long dream of mine, ” Brown shares.

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Lauren Daigle; Photo Provided

Lauren Daigle Postpones Album Preview Concert To Host Prayer Vigil For Nashville Community

Posted on March 28, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Lauren Daigle was scheduled to host an exclusive album preview concert for her upcoming project on Monday, March 27. However, in lieu…

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Meghan Patrick; Photos via Instagram

Meghan Patrick’s ‘Iconic’ New Tattoo Has Everyone Talking

Posted on March 28, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

The singer/songwriter reveals the hilarious way she copes with what feels like a never-ending issue for musicians.

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Covenant School; Photo Courtesy Metro Nashville Police Dept

Members Of Country Music Community Share Thoughts & Prayers Following Nashville School Shooting

Posted on March 27, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Absolutely devastating…”

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