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.
WATCH: Slater Nalley Stuns In Final ‘American Idol’ Performance With Carrie Underwood And Cody Johnson
Posted on May 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Ladies and gentlemen, please make welcome, Cody Johnson,” Underwood said, surprising everyone.
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Scotty McCreery Talks Joining Forces With Hootie & The Blowfish For Summertime Anthem, ‘Bottle Rockets’ [Exclusive]
Posted on May 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“The song turned out better than my wildest dreams.”
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Morgan Wallen Reveals How A Courtroom Sketch Sparked The Idea For His ‘I’m The Problem’ Album Art
Posted on May 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country star was unexpectedly inspired by a trip to his lawyer’s office.
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Ella Langley Celebrates Her Biggest Headlining Show To Date, Credits ‘Hard Work and God’s Plan’
Posted on May 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
A whopping 4,000 fans shows up to see Langley take the stage in Salt Lake City.
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Bryce Leatherwood Shares The Stories And Influences Behind His Long-Awaited Debut Album [Exclusive]
Posted on May 16, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Leatherwood has been dreaming of this moment since he was 10 years old.
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TikTok User Gets Early Copy of Morgan Wallen’s Unreleased ‘I’m The Problem’ Album
Posted on May 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Somebody could be in a world of trouble,” said the social media user.
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WATCH: Ian Munsick Introduces His Pup Martha May and Talks Fatherhood, New Album ‘Eagle Feather’ & More
Posted on May 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The Wyoming native plays with his adorable Golden Retriever while opening up about expecting baby No. 2 and his brand new album.
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Could A Jason Aldean And Brittany Aldean Duet Be In The Works? ‘We’ve Talked About It…’
Posted on May 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The couple isn’t ruling out the idea of singing together.
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Blake Shelton Says He Won’t Make Albums Without Gwen Stefani Anymore
Posted on May 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“She’s my favorite person to sing with…”
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Chris Young Steps In After Nashville Singer’s Guitar Is Destroyed By Airline
Posted on May 15, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“That just goes to show who Chris is and how he understands just the whole community…”
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