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.

Photos Courtesy of Dylan and Natalie Marlowe

Dylan Marlowe And Wife Natalie Share Shocking Gender Reveal For Their Twins

Posted on October 16, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The couple is preparing to start their journey as parents to two healthy baby boys.

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Thomas Rhett, Lauren Akins, Cash; Photos via Facebook

Thomas Rhett Shares Heartbreaking Tribute After the Loss of His Beloved Family Dog, Cash

Posted on October 16, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“Our house is so quiet today…”

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Photo Courtesy of Jamey Johnson

Jamey Johnson Reveals Why He Stepped Back From Recording Solo Albums For Over A Decade

Posted on October 16, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I just enjoyed my time. It was just taking some time and getting to be a true songwriter.”

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Keith Urban; Photo by Andrew Wendowski, Music Mayhem

BREAKING: Keith Urban Cancels Tomorrow’s Greenville, SC Concert

Posted on October 15, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m so SO sorry to have to cancel the show…”

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Cole Swindell; Photo Provided

Cole Swindell Performs ‘Make Heaven Crowded’ In Emotional Tribute To Charlie Kirk On ‘Fox & Friends’

Posted on October 15, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The performance took place on what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday.

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Camille Tredoux, Kayleigh Clark; Photo by Griffin Nagel/NBC

‘The Voice’ Contestant Kayleigh Clark Deemed A ‘Mini Carrie Underwood’ After Standout Performance

Posted on October 15, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Clark teamed up with Camille Tredoux to cover Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan’s “Cowboys Cry Too.”

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Aubrey Nicole, Cori Kennedy; Photo by Griffin Nagel/NBC

WATCH: Aubrey Nicole and Cori Kennedy Set ‘The Voice’ Stage Ablaze With Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood’s ‘Somethin’ Bad’

Posted on October 15, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“It’s always really scary when two of the greatest singers pair up because you know something’s going to happen, something bad,” coach Reba McEntire told them.

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Amelia Wigger, Lainey Wilson; Photos Provided

4-Year-Old Amelia Catches Lainey Wilson’s Attention With Viral Performance of ‘Somewhere Over Laredo’

Posted on October 14, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Little Amelia even dressed the part, bell bottoms and all.

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Austin Gilbert and Rob Cole, Reba McEntire; Photos by NBC

Austin Gilbert And Rob Cole Shine With Blake Shelton Cover In ‘The Voice’ Battle, Reba McEntire Makes Emotional Steal

Posted on October 14, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

McEntire wiped away tears in the touching moment.

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Chris Young; Photo Courtesy of Black River

Chris Young Reflects On Rare Double Milestone: His 10th Album Release And Opry Anniversary

Posted on October 14, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“We didn’t do that on purpose, but I am honestly really happy that it did happen that way.”

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