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.
HARDY Meets Five-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Sawyer, Who Found Comfort In His Music
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
HARDY spent time with Sawyer backstage and even dedicated a song to him during his show.
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Lainey Wilson Reflects On Her Friendship with Reba McEntire: ‘She’s a Good Woman’
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wilson shared that she often turns to the country icon for advice and guidance throughout her career.
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Gavin Adcock Cleared Of Major Charges Following Arrest For Reckless Driving In Tennessee
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…it always works out.”
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Dasha Steps In For Ella Langley, Delivers Two Performances With Riley Green At Lasso Music Festival
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Riley told Dasha she “crushed it” on stage.
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Keith Urban Launches Rising Star Scholarship to Give Australian Artists a Gateway to Nashville
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Each year, one lucky artist will get to experience Nashville’s music scene with the Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship.
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Jason Aldean Answers DJ Daniel’s Call, Raises $200K For Pediatric Cancer Nonprofit
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
13-year-old DJ Daniel is a true fighter who suffers from a rare form of brain and spinal cancer.
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Ray Stevens Shares Health Update And Future Plans For CabaRay Showroom
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The 86-year-old reveals plans to slow down.
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Jordan Davis Reflects On Taking Risks And Finding Balance On New Album, ‘Learn The Hard Way’
Posted on August 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
With this album, Davis solidifies his place as one of country music’s most consistent and reliable hitmakers.
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Kenny Chesney Admits Fear of Failure Crept In During His Early Career
Posted on August 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I was having those thoughts of this might not happen the way I wanted to…”
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From Fan To Tourmate: Mae Estes’ Full-Circle Moment With Luke Bryan
Posted on August 14, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
For Estes, touring with Bryan has been an “unreal experience.”
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