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.
Parker McCollum Delivers Powerful ‘What Kinda Man’ Performance At CMA Fest
Posted on June 26, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This fan-favorite track was inspired by the Texas native’s real life.
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Lainey Wilson Joins Brooks & Dunn For Unforgettable CMA Fest Duet On ‘Play Something Country’
Posted on June 26, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s cool to be able to get on stage with those legends,” Wilson shares.
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Luke Bryan Cancels More Shows Due To Illness, Eric Church Steps In To Headline Three Festivals
Posted on June 25, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m really sorry to say I won’t be able to play this weekend’s shows,” Bryan wrote to fans.
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Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa Confirmed To Return To Mexico In 2026
Posted on June 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans are being advised to “stay tuned” for more information regarding next year’s event.
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Baylee Littrell Begins a Bold New Chapter With Raw, Faith-Filled Single, ‘Hey Jesus’ [Exclusive]
Posted on June 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s really impactful…It’s unexpected and it’s a different route than what I’ve tried before, so I’m very, very excited for it.”
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Tim McGraw Forced to Pull Out of Colorado Show Amid Ongoing Back Surgery Recovery
Posted on June 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cross Canadian Ragweed will step in to perform in place of Tim McGraw at the event.
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Josh Ross Sparks Controversy With Pro-USA Comments, Drawing Outrage From Canadian Fans
Posted on June 24, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ross took to social media to address the viral on stage moment.
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Sammy Kershaw Detained at Airport After TSA Discovers Loaded Firearm in Carry-On, Fined $5,000
Posted on June 23, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It was early, I was half-awake and clearly not thinking straight…”
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Country Next: Jacob Hackworth
Posted on June 23, 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 Jacob Hackworth.
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Randy Rogers Reflects On Long-Standing Friendship With Parker McCollum: ‘I View Him As My Little Brother’
Posted on June 23, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country acts have finally teamed up for their first-collaboration, “Is This Thing Workin’.”
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