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.
WATCH: Adam Sandler Proudly Watches Daughter Sunny Steal The Show With Gabby Barrett Cover
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The performance won over fans as well as the country hitmaker.
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Eric Church Performs Deep-Cut ‘Three Year Old’ In Honor Of His Oldest Son Boone’s Birthday
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This made for a memorable and sentimental father-son moment.
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Megan Moroney Joins Ed Sheeran For Surprise Performance In New York
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Moroney admitted she “loved every minute” of their pop-up show.
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BREAKING: Cody Johnson Forced To Cancel All Remaining 2025 Shows
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country superstar must undergo immediate surgery.
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HARDY Plots The COUNTRY! COUNTRY! Tour Across North America In 2026
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We won’t let you down, it’ll be a good time.”
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Parker McCollum Brings His 2025 Tour To Tinley Park, IL For A Night To Remember
Posted on October 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The night was made up of hilarious pranks, memorable fan moments and a stacked setlist.
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Brantley Celebrates An Exciting New Chapter In His Career
Posted on October 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We’ve got some big things on the horizon…”
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Lauren Alaina Gets Emotional Remembering Her Late Father On What Would Have Been His Sobriety Anniversary
Posted on October 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Lauren also offered a message of hope to anyone who may be facing the same struggles as her dad.
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Cole Swindell Teams Up With Brandon Lake For Surprise Performance Of ‘Make Heaven Crowded’
Posted on October 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I wanted to see a show. I’ve never dreamed I’d get to sing the song right here tonight.”
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Kane Brown And Wife Katelyn To Executive Produce New Lifetime Christmas Movie Inspired By ‘Thank God’
Posted on October 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…We couldn’t be more excited.”
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