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.
ALABAMA Honored With Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award At Nashville Songwriter Awards
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The group’s Randy Owen was on hand to accept the prestigious award.
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Country Next: Kaleb Sanders
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to Kaleb Sanders.
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Dolly Parton Responds To Concerned Fans, Sets The Record Straight On Her Health
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I ain’t dead yet!”
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Alan Jackson Announces Epic Farewell Concert In Nashville Featuring Country’s Biggest Names
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
A star-studded lineup of country music’s biggest names will help Jackson celebrate his retirement in June 2026.
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Megan Moroney To Capture The Magic Of Her AM I OKAY? Tour On New Live Album
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The project is set to drop at midnight.
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JUST IN: Darius Rucker Engaged To Girlfriend, Emily Deahl
Posted on October 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The day I met you I knew I didn’t want to go another one without you.”
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WATCH: Adam Sandler Proudly Watches Daughter Sunny Steal The Show With Gabby Barrett Cover
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The performance won over fans as well as the country hitmaker.
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Eric Church Performs Deep-Cut ‘Three Year Old’ In Honor Of His Oldest Son Boone’s Birthday
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
This made for a memorable and sentimental father-son moment.
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Megan Moroney Joins Ed Sheeran For Surprise Performance In New York
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Moroney admitted she “loved every minute” of their pop-up show.
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BREAKING: Cody Johnson Forced To Cancel All Remaining 2025 Shows
Posted on October 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country superstar must undergo immediate surgery.
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