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.
Posted on May 1, 2026
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See the just-announced list of performers.
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Posted on May 1, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
With this project, Snell takes a raw look at the struggles he’s pushed down and brings them to the surface.
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Posted on May 1, 2026
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We’re proud to showcase country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. In this installment, we talk to Baylee Lynn.
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Posted on April 30, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Just a casual Wednesday in Nashville.
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Posted on April 30, 2026
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“We’ve come together after years of really, honestly, not being friends.”
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Posted on April 30, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I think all those years of kicking down doors to me, powerhouse didn’t go to waste,” said Langley.
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Posted on April 30, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Your guide to dressing for the Still the Problem Tour.
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Posted on April 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I am disciplined about my physical prep, my mental prep has to be just as important,” shared Moroney.
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Posted on April 29, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
“Here we come Indy,” said Shelton.
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Posted on April 28, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
The event took over the stunning California vineyards with three days of music, wine and genuine connection.
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