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.
Ashley Cooke Announces Release Date For Vulnerable New Project, ‘Ace’
Posted on October 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s a story in chronological order. And it’s a collection of songs welcoming you to the next chapter,” says Cooke.
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Tucker Wetmore Plots The Brunette World Tour For 2026
Posted on October 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wetmore revealed that this world tour is a dream come true.
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Mark Chesnutt Cancels Shows Following Hospitalization, Issues Health Update
Posted on October 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Chesnutt was hospitalized due to a “low sodium count” and “very high blood pressure.”
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Chris Young Celebrates Renewed Creativity With 10th Studio Album, ‘I Didn’t Come Here to Leave’
Posted on October 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“There’s something special about this one,” Young shares of the new project.
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Thomas Rhett Taps Niall Horan For New Version Of ‘Old Tricks’
Posted on October 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“With how fired up he was and his connection with Blake, it felt like a full-circle moment and turned into something really fun,” said Rhett.
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Anne Wilson On How A Personal Tragedy Shaped Her Faith And Inspired Her Vulnerable New Album, ‘Stars’
Posted on October 17, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The deeply personal 12-track collection is out now.
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Dylan Marlowe And Wife Natalie Share Shocking Gender Reveal For Their Twins
Posted on October 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The couple is preparing to start their journey as parents to two healthy baby boys.
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Thomas Rhett Shares Heartbreaking Tribute After the Loss of His Beloved Family Dog, Cash
Posted on October 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Our house is so quiet today…”
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Jamey Johnson Reveals Why He Stepped Back From Recording Solo Albums For Over A Decade
Posted on October 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I just enjoyed my time. It was just taking some time and getting to be a true songwriter.”
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BREAKING: Keith Urban Cancels Tomorrow’s Greenville, SC Concert
Posted on October 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m so SO sorry to have to cancel the show…”
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