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 Speaks Out After Delaware State Fair Concert Is Canceled Due to Power Outage
Posted on July 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“City lost power and there was nothing we could do,” Zimmerman explained.
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Megan Moroney Says Being Single Has Given Her A ‘Clear Head’ During Her Biggest Tour Yet
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s really nice that this is one of the first tours I’ve been on where I’m not dating anyone, so I literally have no distractions,” said Moroney.
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Morgan Wallen Kicks Off New Chapter With First Solo Release Of 2026, ‘Been By Now’
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The song arrives as Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour nears the end.
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Ashley Cooke Unveils Two Emotional New Tracks, ‘famous to frances’ and ‘johnny ‘n june’
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new songs offer yet another preview into Cooke’s upcoming self-titled sophomore album.
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Brett Eldredge Announces GLOW 10-Year Anniversary Tour Dates
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The LIVE holiday run is set to return this winter with 12 festive shows.
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Brantley Gilbert Gets Brutally Honest About His Past And Journey To Redemption On ‘Sins Of The Father’
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Being a dad’s the most important job I’ve ever had…I learn something every day. And that’s kind of where this album’s at,” Gilbert shared.
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Lakelin Lemmings Unpacks The Dreams, Faith And Stories That Make Up Her Self-Titled Debut Album [Exclusive]
Posted on July 24, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“If you want to know who I am and you want to know what I’m about, listen to this album,” Lemmings shared.
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Jason Aldean & Luke Bryan Release ‘Songs About Us’ Live Performance Video From Historic Sanford Stadium Show
Posted on July 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The pair of artists are taking fans back to their unforgettable night in Georgia.
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Tucker Wetmore Addresses Heartbreaker Reputation On New Single, ‘Who Told You That’
Posted on July 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The new song earned Wetmore the largest add date of his career.
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Shania Twain Performs ‘Dirty Rosie’ On ‘The Tonight Show,’ Shares The Stories That Shaped ‘Little Miss Twain’ Album
Posted on July 23, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Twain opens up about the truck from her childhood that inspired the title, “Dirty Rosie.”
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