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.
Eric Church Receives ACM Icon Award, Celebrated With Surprise Tribute From HARDY
Posted on August 21, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Church delivered a heartfelt speech, recalling his humble beginnings at Woodlands BBQ in North Carolina.
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Riley Green Previews Heartbreaking New Track ‘Make It Rain’ From Upcoming Deluxe Album
Posted on August 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The expanded project drops August 29.
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Post Malone Gushes Over His 3-Year-Old Daughter’s Growing Love For Country Music
Posted on August 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
According to him, she’s already developing a love for acts like George Strait and Jelly Roll.
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Lainey Wilson Credits Fiancé Duck Hodges for Keeping Her Grounded Amid Rising Fame
Posted on August 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“He definitely helps me keep my feet on the ground.”
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WATCH: Kaitlin Butts’ Viral Hit, ‘You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)’ Gets Cinematic Treatment
Posted on August 20, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The western-inspired music video plays out like a mini-movie.
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HARDY Meets Five-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Sawyer, Who Found Comfort In His Music
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
HARDY spent time with Sawyer backstage and even dedicated a song to him during his show.
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Lainey Wilson Reflects On Her Friendship with Reba McEntire: ‘She’s a Good Woman’
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Wilson shared that she often turns to the country icon for advice and guidance throughout her career.
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Gavin Adcock Cleared Of Major Charges Following Arrest For Reckless Driving In Tennessee
Posted on August 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“…it always works out.”
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Dasha Steps In For Ella Langley, Delivers Two Performances With Riley Green At Lasso Music Festival
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Riley told Dasha she “crushed it” on stage.
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Keith Urban Launches Rising Star Scholarship to Give Australian Artists a Gateway to Nashville
Posted on August 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Each year, one lucky artist will get to experience Nashville’s music scene with the Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship.
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