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.
Ella Langley Pens Sentimental Message In Honor Of First Solo No. 1, ‘Weren’t For The Wind’
Posted on July 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“So proud of this song everything that it’s done and continues to do….”
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Lauren Alaina Claps Back After Being Mom Shamed On Social Media
Posted on July 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“You don’t know me and I don’t know you, and let’s keep it that way…”
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Jordan Davis and Wife Kristen Welcome Baby No.4: ‘God Is Good’
Posted on July 3, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Meet their baby girl, Sadie!
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How A Track Inspired By Koe Wetzel Became A Highlight On Parker McCollum’s New Album
Posted on July 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…it turned out to be one of my favorite songs on the record. I just love it so much.”
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Kane Brown Could Break His Album Cycle If ‘2 Pair’ Takes Off
Posted on July 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Brown’s next project release date depends on the success of his new summer jam.
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Keith Urban Invites ‘The Road’ Contestant Britnee Kellogg to Join Him for ‘We Were Us’ Duet
Posted on July 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Urban introduced Kellogg to the stage by telling the crowd she was “someone who you guys don’t know yet but you will.”
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Lauren Alaina Reveals the Sweet Story Behind Her Daughter Beni Doll’s Name
Posted on July 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“We love it. She’s one of a kind,” Alaina said of her little girl’s name.
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Severe Storm Forces Willie Nelson to Cancel 2025 Outlaw Festival Date in Oklahoma
Posted on July 1, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Organizers said “an extreme weather event” was to blame and revealed that “equipment and artists’ instruments were damaged.”
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Jelly Roll And Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Finally Meet In Emotional First Encounter
Posted on July 1, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I’ve been waiting a decade for this hug,” Jelly Roll tells Johnson.
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Ella Langley Steps In for Tate McRae on ‘What I Want’ During Morgan Wallen’s Wisconsin Shows
Posted on July 1, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wallen also welcomed Miranda Lambert to the stage amid his set.
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