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 Cole Swindell, Courtney Little

Cole Swindell And Wife Courtney Expecting First Child

Posted on March 3, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Their baby is set to arrive sometime in 2025.

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Photo Courtesy Emmy Russell, Tyler Ward

Surprise: Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Emmy Russell Got Married Last Year

Posted on February 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Russell is now a mom to a beautiful baby girl.

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Keith Urban Spots Kids’ Signs In Crowd, Invites Them Onstage for Unforgettable Moment

Posted on February 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This is a night Connor and Emma will never forget!

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Kip Moore; Photo by PJ Brown

Kip Moore Takes A Fearless Step Forward With ‘Solitary Tracks,’ His Biggest Album Yet

Posted on February 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

In conjunction with the album release, Moore unveiled a brand new music video for the title track.

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Dillon Carmichael; Photo by Ford Fairchild

Dillon Carmichael Reflects On Honoring Small-Town Traditions In Anthemic ‘Keepin’ Country Alive,’ Teases Forthcoming Album [Exclusive]

Posted on February 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

His next project, slated to arrive this summer, is set to offer a slew of emotional tracks.

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Lily Rose; Photo Provided

Lily Rose Talks ‘I Know What I Want’ And Her Bold New Musical Chapter [Exclusive]

Posted on February 28, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“None of the songs sound the same at all, but they all feel very Lily…”

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Gabby Barrett, Dog Macy; Photos Provided

Gabby Barrett Adopts Stray Dog: ‘I Couldn’t Resist’

Posted on February 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Nobody was claiming her. So we decided to claim her ourselves. And now we have a doggie,” she shared.

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Jackson Dean; Photo by Andrew Wendwoski

After A Groundbreaking 2024, Jackson Dean Plans To Make 2025 His Best Year Yet [Exclusive]

Posted on February 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Dean opens up about his latest album, his upcoming tour, and more.

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Kelsea Ballerini performs onstage during Kelsea Ballerini - One Night Only - Patterns Album Release Show at Madison Square Garden on October 29, 2024 in New York City; Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for KB

Kelsea Ballerini Surprises Fans With ‘PATTERNS (DELUXE)’ Album

Posted on February 27, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Ballerini delivered the live debut of one of the new tracks during her recent stop in Texas.

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Greylan James; Photo by Jesse Paul

Exclusive Q&A: Greylan James Talks ‘Wait Til You Have Kids,’ And Upcoming Album Plans

Posted on February 26, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The rising star also opens up about touring with Ashley Cooke.

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