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.
Posted on December 10, 2025
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The rising star has celebrated one milestone after another over the past year.
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Posted on December 10, 2025
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Jelly Roll broke down in tears over the surprise moment.
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Posted on December 10, 2025
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“Name a better grand entrance…”
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Posted on December 9, 2025
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Zach Top, Gavin Adcock and Kane Brown will headline next year’s festival.
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Posted on December 9, 2025
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The event will return to Nashville in May of 2026 with a star-studded performance lineup.
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Posted on December 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The first time Booth played the new single life, she knew it something fans needed to hear.
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Posted on December 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The young fan came on stage during the perfect song in the setlist.
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Posted on December 8, 2025
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Get all the details including the film’s release date.
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Posted on December 8, 2025
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Paisley found a whole new meaning for the phrase, “What happens in Vegas…”
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Posted on December 5, 2025
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“We needed a wild woman and we for sure got one,” Yungblud shared.
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