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.
Country Thunder Florida Brought The Heat To Tampa With Superstar Performances, Surprise Fan Moments & More
Posted on May 8, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The festival delivered an epic weekend featuring headliners Riley Green, Blake Shelton and Jelly Roll.
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Eric Church Talks The Powerful Message Behind ‘Hands Of Time’ Ahead Of ACM Awards Performance
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Church will take the stage on Thursday, May 8.
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Brian Kelley Speaks Out After Being Revealed As The ‘Mad Scientist Monster’ On ‘The Masked Singer’
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It was a great experience. I’d do it again in a heartbeat,” Kelley said of being part of The Masked Singer.
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Wynonna Judd Looks Back On History With ACM Awards Ahead of Milestone Performance [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The country icon reflects on past ACM Awards memories, including one with her late mom, Naomi Judd.
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Rascal Flatts And Backstreet Boys Tease Surprise ACM Awards Moments
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“we’ve got a few more tricks up our sleeves…”
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Lainey Wilson Opens Up About Emotional ACM Awards Rehearsal With Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
She admits, “We were all just trying to hold it together out there.”
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Why Gabby Barrett Is Flying Solo At The 2025 ACM Awards [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Barrett is preparing to preset at the elite awards show while her husband is celebrating a major milestone of his own.
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Jessie Murph Reveals She’ll Be Walking The 2025 ACM Awards Red Carpet With A Pig [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“His name’s Wilbur,” Murph shared.
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Riley Green Reacts To Surprise ACM Win And The Rise Of ‘Worst Way’ [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s literally been like a rocket ship since we put that song out,” Green admits of the steamy tune.
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Zach Top Reflects On First ACM Nominations And His Laid-Back Approach To Red Carpet Fashion [Exclusive]
Posted on May 7, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Much like his music, Top says he doesn’t let anyone tell him how to dress.
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