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.
Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Eric Church & More Named Special Award Recipients For 18th ACM Honors
Posted on July 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The coveted event is set to take place Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
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WATCH: Austin Brown Gets A Second Chance On ‘America’s Got Talent,’ Wins Over Judges With Original Song
Posted on July 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Getting another chance, it terrifies me…”
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WATCH: Young Alan Jackson Recalls Making a ‘Real Generous’ $100 a Week Writing for Glen Campbell
Posted on July 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I wanted him to go through some hard times so he know how to write a hard time song,” Campbell joked in response.
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Ella Langley Buys Home In Alabama: ‘It Just Brings Me Back To Who I Am’
Posted on July 9, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The lakefront home sits close to her parents in her native Alabama.
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Country Music Hall of Famer Ray Stevens Suffers Mild Heart Attack
Posted on July 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
He is currently recovering after undergoing heart surgery.
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From The Bowling Alley To The Grand Ole Opry: Trisha Yearwood Opens Up About Her Nashville Journey
Posted on July 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Yearwood moved to Nashville without a backup plan.
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Chris Lane And Wife Lauren Reveal Gender Of Baby No. 3 In Sweet Family Moment
Posted on July 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’m in shock,” Lauren admitted.
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Sam Hunt Welcomes Third Child With Wife, Hannah Lee Fowler
Posted on July 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Hunt is officially a father of three.
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Brett Young Gets Real On The Importance Of Making Time For Conversations That Matter With Wife Taylor
Posted on July 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think it’s important to know how each other’s feeling.”
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Parker McCollum Gets Candid About ‘Overwhelming’ Response To New Album
Posted on July 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“All I can say is thank you for actually listening to it,” said McCollum.
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