Madeleine O'Connell

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.

Photo Courtesy HARDY

JUST IN: HARDY Cancels European Leg Of JIM BOB WORLD TOUR 

Posted on June 16, 2025

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“It wasn’t an easy decision,” HARDY admitted.

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Chris Janson; Photos Provided

Chris Janson Saves The Day After Nate Smith’s Last-Minute Cancellation At Country Under the Stars

Posted on June 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Janson delivered an unforgettable performance.

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Kane Brown Kicks Off Summer With Infectious New Anthem, ‘2 Pair’

Posted on June 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I wanted to give my fans a song they can blast at full volume and sing along to all summer long,” he shares.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Chris Kleinmeier

Parker McCollum Unveils 14-Song Track List For Self-Titled Album

Posted on June 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I love it a lot and I’ve never ever felt that after being in the studio,” the Texas native shares of the project.

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Nate Smith; Photo by Kaiser Cunningham

Nate Smith’s Tearjerking ‘Dads Don’t Die’ Is A Tribute To Fathers Gone Too Soon

Posted on June 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I broke down in tears the very first listen,” Smith shares of the track.

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Lauren Alaina, Cam Arnold, Beni Doll; Photo By Laura Moll

Lauren Alaina And Husband Welcome Daughter, Beni Doll

Posted on June 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The right words are hard to find,” the new mom admitted.

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Zach Top, Alan Jackson; Photo Courtesy of Facebook

Zach Top Gets Real About Being Starstruck By Country Legends Like Alan Jackson and Vince Gill

Posted on June 12, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I don’t know what to say to these guys,” he admits.

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Riley Green Admits He Didn’t Realize He Was ‘The Mustache Guy’

Posted on June 12, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“…when I shaved…it hurt some people’s feelings,”

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Parker McCollum with Family

Parker McCollum Says Being A Dad Is ‘The Greatest Thing Ever’ As He Reflects On First 10 Months Of Fatherhood

Posted on June 12, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star is loving every minute watching his son Major reach new milestones.

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Bailey Zimmerman; Photo by Masonn1k

Bailey Zimmerman Announces New ‘Different Night Same Rodeo’ Album, Kicks Off New To Country Tour

Posted on June 11, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“I hope the wait is worth it,” Zimmerman told fans.

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