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.
Megan Moroney Returns To Georgia For A Full-Circle ‘Cloud 9’ Celebration With Raising Cane’s
Posted on November 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The surprise pop-up event found Moroney snapping selfies, offering words of wisdom and serving up some chicken.
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Carly Pearce Reflects on the Sacrifices Of Fame In New Song, ‘Dream Come True’
Posted on November 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Pearce is more honest than ever in this vulnerable new track.
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Rising Star Preston Cooper Shares the Advice Vince Gill Gave Him That He’ll Never Forget
Posted on November 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Cooper had a chance to write a song with Gill at his house and the interaction left a lasting impression on him.
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Jelly Roll Opens Up About Mental And Physical Struggles During Down Under Tour
Posted on November 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m doing the worst mentally I’ve done in a long time.”
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Bobby Bones Gets Honest About ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Backlash and Why He Gave His Trophy Back
Posted on November 12, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I felt like a sixth grader and all the ninth grade dancing kids are shoving me in lockers. It is crazy.”
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Chris Stapleton Channels A Classic Western Tale In Star-Packed ‘White Horse’ Music Video
Posted on November 12, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The cinematic clip brings the GRAMMY and CMA-wining song to life.
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HARDY Delivers Powerful ‘Bottomland’ Performance On ‘The Tonight Show’
Posted on November 12, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This special performance took place in front of Veterans and active-duty service members.
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Cody Johnson And Wife Brandi Welcome First Son, Jaycee Daniel Johnson
Posted on November 11, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Their baby boy was reportedly born on October 21, 2025.
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Riley Green To Bring His Music To U.S. Military Bases in Japan and Hawaii Next Spring
Posted on November 11, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Honored to be able to perform for the heroic men and women of our nation next year…”
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Luke Combs Revisits Unreleased Song ‘Ever Mine’ In Honor of Veterans Day
Posted on November 11, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Love this one a lot,” Combs said of the storyline.
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