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.

Lainey Wilson; Photo by CeCe Dawson

Lainey Wilson Honors Small Towns And Lost Love In New Single, ‘Somewhere Over Laredo’

Posted on May 23, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The new track is set to impact country radio on Tuesday, May 27.

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Vincent Mason; Photo by Penny Kapadoukakis

LISTEN: Vincent Mason Delivers A Dose Of Love And Heartache In New Track, ‘Painkiller’

Posted on May 23, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The new song gives fans a glimpse into Mason’s forthcoming debut album.

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Scotty McCreery; Photos Via Instagram

Scotty McCreery And Wife Gabi Expecting Second Child

Posted on May 22, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Baby No. 2 is set to arrive this fall.

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Tucker Wetmore; Photo by Chase Foster

Tucker Wetmore Shines In Sold-Out Ryman Headline Debut With Surprise Guests And Major Milestones

Posted on May 22, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The unforgettable night marked the end of Wetmore’s 2025 headline tour.

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Dolly Parton, Carl Dean; Photo Courtesy Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton Opens Up About Life After Losing Her Husband, Carl Dean: ‘I’m Doing As Well As One Can’

Posted on May 22, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country icon says staying busy with work has helped her through this difficult time.

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Kane Brown; Photo by Matthew Paskert

Kane Brown Gets Honest About His Physical And Mental Health: ‘Everything’s Really Switched For Me’

Posted on May 22, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Kane Brown is making some major lifestyle changes that have impacted him for the better.

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Gavin Adcock; Photo by Will Smith

Gavin Adcock Arrested for Reckless Driving In Tennessee

Posted on May 22, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star has since been released on bond.

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ERNEST Delivers Heartfelt First Dance Performance For Jamey Johnson’s Wedding

Posted on May 21, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

ERNEST described the moment as one of his most “nerve racking” performances.

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Parker McCollum, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson & More To Perform At Spotify House During CMA Fest 2025

Posted on May 21, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The highly anticipated event will return to Nashville for it’s sixth year.

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‘The Voice’ Champ Bryce Leatherwood Returns To Perform ‘God Made’ During Season 27 Finale

Posted on May 21, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I’m so excited to be back, this is the place that made me,” Leatherwood said on Instagram.

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