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 May 20, 2024
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The lucky fan dubbed this a “dream come true” moment.
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Posted on May 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We’re starting to talk about what we want it to look like, what we want it to feel like and then we will get to the food and drinks,” the band shared.
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Posted on May 20, 2024
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We are proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk with Timothy Wayne.
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Posted on May 20, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
This marked the second time Russell performed her grandmother, Loretta Lynn’s song on Idol.
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Posted on May 20, 2024
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The Georgia native promised fans “this is just the beginning” after being crowned runner-up.
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Posted on May 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song marks the first taste of the new project coming September 6.
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Posted on May 17, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Stapleton’s latest set of wins brings his overall ACM Awards count to 20.
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Posted on May 17, 2024
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Wilson was moved to tears as she accepted the highest honor of the night.
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Posted on May 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wilson opted to bring her mom as her date night for this year’s celebratory event.
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Posted on May 16, 2024
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Madeleine O’Connell
The parents-to-be are enjoying a glamorous date night.
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