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.
Drew Parker Turns The Page On His Career, Announces Shift To Christian Country
Posted on September 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m not hanging up the hat. I’m just trading it in for a new one — a hat for Jesus.”
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Gavin Adcock Speaks Out On Months-Long Feud With Zach Bryan Following Viral Festival Incident
Posted on September 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I wasn’t going to fight him because I had a show to play…”
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Hannah McFarland and Chase Rice Team Up For Playful Duet, ‘Foolin’’
Posted on September 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Having Chase on this song not only gives it more life, but it gave me a chance to work with one of my close friends on a project…”
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HARDY, Miranda Lambert, and More To Join Forces For American Cancer Society’s ‘Country vs. Cancer’ Concert
Posted on September 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The event will take place in Nashville on December 2, 2025.
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Kenny Chesney Makes Surprise Appearance At Megan Moroney’s First Headlining Stadium Show
Posted on September 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“A ‘you had to be there’ kinda weekend.”
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Country Next: McCoy Moore
Posted on September 5, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to McCoy Moore.
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Riley Green’s Deluxe Album Features a Legendary Touch From Willie Nelson
Posted on August 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country icon’s guitar work is featured on the new track “One to Willie.”
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Exclusive Q&A: Preston Cooper Dives Into The Making Of His Debut Album, ‘Toledo Talkin”
Posted on August 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m just so proud of this project and excited for the world to hear it.”
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Country Next: Will Jones
Posted on August 29, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to Will Jones.
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Blake Shelton And Gwen Stefani Team Up As Producers On Prime Video’s New Series, ‘Dorothy’
Posted on August 28, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We’re really excited about all the possibilities this show brings.”
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