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.

Photos Courtesy of Kacey Musgraves, Ella Langley and Kristi Noem

What Happened Between Kacey Musgraves, Ella Langley, and Kristi Noem? The Drama Explained

Posted on October 13, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

Musgraves and Langley find themselves at the center of a social media controversy with the former secretary of Homeland Security.

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Caroline Alexis, Everett Bounds; Photo by: Cory Osborne/NBC

Caroline Alexis and Everett Bounds Turn ‘The Voice’ Stage Into A Classic Honky Tonk With Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn Duet

Posted on October 13, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“That’s the first time this felt like home to me here in the state. So thank y’all for that performance,” Riley Green stated.

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Kayleigh Matthews, Lillie Kolich; Photo by: Cory Osborne/NBC

WATCH: Kayleigh Mathews and Lillie Kolich Battle It Out On ‘The Voice’ With Little Big Town’s ‘Girl Crush’

Posted on October 13, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

While one contestant claimed the win, the other caught the attention of two coaches and earned two steals.

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Greylan James Gets Emotional After Jordan Davis and HARDY Invite Him To Make Grand Ole Opry Debut

Posted on October 12, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m playing the Opry, baby. Let’s go,” James stated enthusiastically.

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Brian Kelley and Wife Brittney Share Update on Their Florida Home After Hurricane Isaias

Posted on October 12, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Lots to clean up here and all around town,” Kelley wrote.

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Ella Langley Stands by Decision to Cancel Tulsa Concert After Security Threat: ‘A Concert’s Not Worth a Human Life’

Posted on October 12, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

Langley noted that her faith gave her the courage to return to the stage the following day.

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Country Artist Spencer Crandall Opens Up About ‘Dark Days’ of Eating Disorders and His Journey Toward Healing

Posted on October 12, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Body image stuff can be brutal, but you aren’t alone,” Crandall told fans.

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Brandy Neelly; Photo by: Griffin Nagel/NBC

Get To Know Brandy Neelly: The Kentucky-Born Singer-Songwriter Ready For Her Next Chapter After ‘The Voice’

Posted on October 9, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We’re going to take it all the way,” Neelly predicts.

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Braxton Keith and Olivia Taylor Tie the Knot in Intimate, European-Inspired Ceremony

Posted on October 9, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

The big day marks “the start of forever” for the couple.

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WATCH: Chris Janson Shares Heartwarming Onstage Moment With Monitor Engineer

Posted on October 9, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

“He probably works harder than anybody out here. I know that he does actually,” Janson said of his crew member.

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