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.

Morgan Wallen; Cameron Baird Foundation

The Morgan Wallen Foundation Donates $100,000 Towards The Renovation Of Two Local Tennessee Baseball Fields

Posted on June 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

This project hits close to home for Wallen who was very familiar with the local baseball fields growing up.

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Cole Swindell and wife, Courtney; Photos by Madison Emily Hare Photo

Cole Swindell Marries Courtney Little in Intimate California Wedding

Posted on June 13, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The Swindells officially tied the knot on June 12, 2024.

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Mickey Guyton on The Jennifer Hudson Show; Photo by Photo by Chris Haston/Warner Bros.

Mickey Guyton Delivers Joyful Performance Of New Summertime Anthem, ‘Make It Me,’ On ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’

Posted on June 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It feels like summer, it makes you want to dance, and most of all… it makes me think of my husband,” Guyton shares of the new tune.

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Craig Morgan; Photo by Nate Griffin

Craig Morgan Looking Forward To Reuniting With Fellow Country Stars On Boots On The Water Cruise [Exclusive]

Posted on June 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

The chart-topping country star is ready to hit the high seas with his wife, his friends, and of course, the fans.

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Dolly Parton on the Close Up Stage at Fan Fair X on Thursday, June 6 during CMA Fest 2024 in downtown Nashville; Photo by Natasha Moustache/CMA

Dolly Parton To Unveil New Broadway Musical And Very-First Wine Collection

Posted on June 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Dolly made waves with several exciting announcements at CMA Fest.

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Scotty McCreery on The Jennifer Hudson Show; Photo by Chris Haston/Warner Bros.

Scotty McCreery Reflects On ‘American Idol,’ Talks New Album On ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’

Posted on June 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

McCreery and Hudson bonded over their respective times on “Idol.”

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Shaboozey performs at Nissan Stadium on Thursday, June 6 during CMA Fest 2024 in downtown Nashville; Photo by John Russell/CMA

Shaboozey On His Milestone CMA Fest Debut: ‘Dreams Do Come True’

Posted on June 12, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” has taken Shaboozey’s career to new heights.

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Kameron Marlowe and Meagan Bennington at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards from Ford Center at The Star on May 16, 2024 in Frisco, Texas; Photo Courtesy ACM

Kameron Marlowe Juggles Skyrocketing Career and Wedding Planning: ‘We’re Coming Down To The Wire’ [Exclusive]

Posted on June 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Marlowe and his fiancée Meagan Bennington are in full-on wedding planning mode.

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Jelly Roll performs at Nissan Stadium on Saturday, June 8 during CMA Fest 2024 in downtown Nashville; Photo by Hunter Berry, CMA

Jelly Roll Scores Fifth Consecutive No. 1 With ‘Halfway To Hell’

Posted on June 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

He announced the exciting news during his CMA Fest performance at Nissan Stadium over the weekend.

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Kelly Clarkson; Photo by Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal, George Strait, Chris Stapleton; Photo by Andy Barron

Kelly Clarkson Fangirls Over George Strait And Chris Stapleton At New Jersey Concert: ‘The Greatest Night Ever’

Posted on June 11, 2024

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Madeleine O’Connell

Clarkson admitted having the opportunity to attend this concert was a “blessing.”

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