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.

Chris Stapleton, Morgane Stapleton; Photo via Instagram

Chris Stapleton And Wife Morgane Celebrate 15th Wedding Anniversary: ‘I Love You More Today Than I Ever Have’

Posted on October 27, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Country star Chris Stapleton writes heartfelt words to his wife, Morgane, in honor of 15 years of marriage. Stapleton took…

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Zach Bryan; Photo by Scott Dudelson

Zach Bryan Vows To Make A Change After Fan Points Out His Merch Prices: ‘Absolutely Heinous’

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

While attending a concert, an artist’s merch can be irresistible to many fans, despite the high prices. But after learning…

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Corey Kent, Temecula Road, Jake Hoot; Photos Provided

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now: Corey Kent, Temecula Road, Jake Hoot & More

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Proceed with caution because this new round of music is boasting with flirtatious energy, confidence and even some rebellion. These…

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Dolly Parton; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Reddit Users Proclaim Dolly Parton Is The Best Thing About The USA: ‘A National Treasure’

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Reddit serves as an outlet for people to express their most honest feelings about various topics relating to sports, entertainment,…

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Miranda Lambert with Idyllwind Velvet Rodeo

Miranda Lambert Releases ‘Velvet Rodeo’ Perfume

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Miranda Lambert captures the essence of the “Velvet Rodeo” with her new fragrance, which is included in her Idyllwind line…

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Spencer Crandall; Photo by Nina Long

Spencer Crandall Says New Record, ‘Western,’ ‘Is A Piece Of My Heart’

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Spencer Crandall’s highly anticipated fourth studio album titled, Western, is a culmination of the six deeply personal chapters he has released throughout…

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Eric Church; Photo by Getty Images for ACM Awards

Eric Church To Launch Exclusive SiriusXM Channel, ‘Outsiders Radio’

Posted on October 26, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

SiriusXM announced today (Oct. 26), that country superstar Eric Church will launch his own exclusive SiriusXM music channel, Eric Church Outsiders Radio…

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Jessie James Decker, Alan Bersten; Photo Courtesy JJD, DWTS

Re-Live Jessie James Decker’s ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Journey Following Recent Elimination

Posted on October 25, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

On Monday evening(Oct. 24), Jessie James Decker’s time as a contestant on Season 31 of Dancing With The Stars! (DWTS) came to…

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Scotty McCreery and Gabi; Photos via Instagram

BREAKING: Scotty McCreery And Wife Gabi Welcome Their First Child, Merrick Avery McCreery

Posted on October 25, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Country star Scotty McCreery and his wife Gabi are officially parents! The couple took to social media to announce that…

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Chris Lane, Lauren Lane; Photos via Instagram

Chris Lane And Wife Lauren Lane Share ‘Very Chaotic’ Birth Story Of Newborn Son, Baker Weston

Posted on October 25, 2022

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Madeleine O’Connell

Country star Chris Lane and his wife, Lauren Bushnell Lane, are officially a family of four. They announced that their baby boy, Baker…

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