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.

George Strait, Chris Stapleton

George Strait And Chris Stapleton Extend Record-Breaking Stadium Tour Into 2025

Posted on February 12, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I keep trying to slow down a bit but you keep calling me back,” Strait joked.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Chris Kleinmeier

Parker McCollum Delivers Unforgettable Night Of Heartfelt Hits & Special Moments On What Kinda Man Tour

Posted on February 11, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We’re gonna come back and see you real soon,” McCollum promised his Midwest fans.

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Zach Top; Photo by Citizen Kane Wayne

Zach Top Plans To Play Larger Venues This Fall After Selling Out 2025 Tour

Posted on February 11, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I think we underestimated the demand,” Top admits.

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Michael Bublé, Braxton Garza, Kelsea Ballerini; Photos Courtesy NBC, The Voice

Braxton Garza’s Blind Audition Sparks Feud Between Kelsea Ballerini and Michael Bublé

Posted on February 11, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The coaches battled it out for this country singer.

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HARDY; Photo by Robby Klein

HARDY Announces Massive 2025 JIM BOB World Tour

Posted on February 10, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

HARDY teased that this trek will feature a “very, very new set.”

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Charles Kelley, Kelleigh Bannen; Photo Provided

Kelleigh Bannen Unveils Soul-Stirring Duet With Charles Kelley, ‘Nothin On’

Posted on February 7, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I can’t imagine anyone sounding more amazing on this song than Charles,” Bannen boasted about her duet partner.

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Gavin Adcock; Photo by Ash Summerford

Gavin Adcock Sets The Stage For 2025 Headlining Tour & New Album With ‘Need To’

Posted on February 7, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

2025 is going to be a big year for Adcock.

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Nick Wayne, Hannah Ellis; Photo Courtesy of Curb Records

Hannah Ellis And Husband Nick Wayne Pay Tribute To Johnny & June In Heartfelt Duet, ‘Waiting To Die’

Posted on February 7, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This release marks the couple’s first original collaboration.

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Lainey Wilson; Photo by © Lisa OConnor/AFF-USA.com

Lainey Wilson Teases New Duet With Mystery Artist

Posted on February 6, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Wilson teased that the secret project will be a “quick turn around.”

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Hailey Whitters; Photo by Brayln Kelly Smith

Hailey Whitters Captures the Loneliness That Follows Loss In Heart-Wrenching New Song, ‘Casseroles’

Posted on February 6, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This marks Whitters’ first solo release in nearly two years.

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