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.
Trisha Yearwood Reveals There Was No Backup Plan To Her Music Career
Posted on January 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I know a lot of people who don’t know their whole lives what they really want to do. And I’ve always known.”
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Brett Young On Life as a Dad to Two Daughters: ‘I Was Supposed to be a Girl Dad’
Posted on January 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Young had always envisioned being a father to a son, but that all changed when he welcomed two girls.
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Bobby Bones Gets Honest About Fatherhood and His Own Upbringing Ahead of Welcoming First Child
Posted on January 13, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I didn’t have parents. I don’t know what it’s like to be a parent,” Bones admitted.
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Megan Moroney Responds After Grieving Mother Shares Teen Daughter’s Heartbreaking Final Letter to the Star
Posted on January 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The teen addressed the letter to Moroney before her passing.
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Vince Gill Celebrates 50 Years of Music With New EP and Tour, Including a Six-Night Ryman Residency
Posted on January 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans across the country will get the chance to see the country music icon live in 2026.
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New Oklahoma Bill Aims to Memorialize Toby Keith Through Renaming Of Bridges and Parkway
Posted on January 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The bill will be eligible for consideration when the Oklahoma Legislature convenes Feb. 2.
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Kenny Chesney Teases Changes To 2026 Sphere Shows
Posted on January 12, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s too soon to know just what we’re going to do,” Chesney shares.
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RODEOHOUSTON Unveils Star-Studded Lineup For 2026: Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson & More To Perform
Posted on January 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We strive to bring Houston the very best in live entertainment…”
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Megan Moroney Reveals Cloud 9 Track List, Featuring Star-Studded Collaborations
Posted on January 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The announcement comes alongside a cinematic video that perfectly captures the dreamy vibe of the album.
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Parmalee Ready to Deliver a Nonstop Wave of New Music and Exciting Collaborations in 2026
Posted on January 9, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Parmalee is already setting the tone for the new year, ready to deliver a heavy dose of music, including some…
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