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.
Bailey Zimmerman Cancels UK and European Tour Just Weeks Before Launch
Posted on July 30, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I hope y’all can understand that my family has to come first,” shared Zimmerman.
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Luke Bryan Reveals the Reason He Almost Passed on Becoming a Judge on ‘American Idol’
Posted on July 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I was a little reluctant…,” Bryan admits.
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Trace Adkins Says He’ll Keep Making Music ‘As Long As I Can Still Sing Those Songs’
Posted on July 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think I’m better at it now than I ever have been…”.
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Hudson Westbrook Delivers a Night to Remember for Sold-Out Rosemont Crowd
Posted on July 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s my favorite thing in the world to come here and watch y’all sing songs back to me. So thank y’all for showing up,” said Westbrook.
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Alexandra Kay Makes 9-Year-Old Fan’s First Concert An Unforgettable Experience With Surprise Meet-And-Greet
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…the time Alexandra took to do this for Harper validated why we love her so much,” shared Harper’s mom.
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Carly Pearce, Megan Moroney, Parker McCollum & More To Perform At 19th ACM Honors
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The night will also feature a special tribute to Dolly Parton.
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Carter Faith, Laci Kaye Booth & Baby Nova Bring ‘Pearl Handled Pistol’ to Life in Cinematic New Music Video
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I truly love this song, but I couldn’t have made it what it is without the two of them,” Faith admits.
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Kenny Chesney Unveils Full Track List For 21st Studio Album, ‘Silver Sands Marina’
Posted on July 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Among the unreleased tracks is a highly-anticipated collaboration with Megan Moroney.
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Ashley McBryde Creates Full-Circle Moment by Inviting 11-Year-Old Singer Sawyer June to Make Her Grand Ole Opry Debut
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I told you I’m gonna watch you walk across that stage and here we are,” McBryde told the rising star.
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Dolly Parton’s Older Brother Coy ‘Denver’ Parton Dies At 82
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Dolly Parton has yet to comment on the loss.
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