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.

Luke Grimes; Photo by Manuel Mancilla

‘Yellowstone’ Star Luke Grimes Teases Tour Following Release Of First Solo Single, ‘No Horse To Ride’ 

Posted on January 3, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

On December 16, Yellowstone star Luke Grimes graced the country music community with his first solo release, “No Horse To Ride.” As…

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Bailey Zimmerman, Morgan Wallen; Photo Courtesy Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman Cried When He Found Out He Was Touring With Morgan Wallen, Says He’s ‘Beyond Grateful’ For Him

Posted on January 3, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“‘23 is going to be the craziest year ever, and that’s because I’ve got people like Morg in my corner,” Zimmerman shared.

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Rex Linn, Reba McEntire; Photo via Instagram

Reba McEntire’s Boyfriend, Rex Linn, Praises Her ‘Brilliant’ Acting In ‘Big Sky’ And ‘The Hammer’

Posted on January 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“She doesn’t stop moving,” Linn said of McEntire.

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Shay Mooney Weight Loss Transformation; Photo via Instagram

Shay Mooney Shares Shocking Side-By-Side Weight Loss Transformation Photos

Posted on January 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

“If that tired guy on the left can do it so can you,” Mooney wrote.

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Yellowstone; Photo Courtesy Paramount Network

WATCH: Paramount Network Drops Trailer For Next Chapter of ‘Yellowstone’

Posted on January 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

Fans of the hit TV series, Yellowstone, finally have an answer to the question they’ve been eagerly holding onto, which is…

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Jelly Roll; Photo by John Shearer

Jelly Roll Reveals The Major Life Changes He’s Making In 2023

Posted on January 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, Jelly Roll explained that his goals are focused on maintaining a healthier lifestyle…

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Kailey Dickerson, Russell Dickerson; Photo via Instagram

Russell Dickerson’s Wife Kailey Reveals She Lost A Baby In 2022: ‘It Felt Like Drowning’

Posted on January 2, 2023

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Madeleine O’Connell

As another year comes to an end, many people took to social media to share some memorable moments they’ve had…

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Scotty McCreery, Luke Combs, Chris Lane; Photos via Instagram

Country Music Baby Boom: See All The Babies Born in 2022

Posted on December 29, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

A slew of country artists welcomed their new bundles of joy into the world this year. Some added to their…

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Country Now Artists to Watch 2023

Country Next: Artists To Watch In 2023

Posted on December 19, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

2022 has proven to be a year of soaring new talent, trailblazing success and an abundance of genre-bending releases. The…

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Brandon Davis, The Dryes, Ian Munsick; Photos Provided

New Country Christmas Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Brandon Davis, The Dryes, Ian Munsick & More

Posted on December 19, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Grab a hot chocolate, throw on your comfiest pajamas, relax and enjoy all the new Christmas music that has dropped…

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