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.
Cody Johnson Opens Up About Milestone ACM Awards Year And Special Performance With Brooks & Dunn [Exclusive]
Posted on May 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Johnson is walking into the 2025 ACM Awards as one of the most-nominated acts of the night.
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Kelsea Ballerini Reflects On First ACM Entertainer Of The Year Nomination [Exclusive]
Posted on May 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Ballerini touched on the incredible recognition as well as her highly anticipated performance at the award show.
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Russell Dickerson Discusses The Unexpected Rise Of ‘Happen To Me’ And Creating A Viral Dance Trend [Exclusive]
Posted on May 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I did not think that it was going to be as huge as it is,” Dickerson shared honestly.
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Blake Shelton Talks Driving His Own Truck To Texas To Perform ‘Texas’ At 2025 ACM Awards [Exclusive]
Posted on May 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Shelton will hit the stage to showcase his 30th No. 1 hit.
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Tucker Wetmore On Bringing His Mom To The ACM Awards: ‘I Wouldn’t Be Here If It Weren’t For Her’ [Exclusive]
Posted on May 6, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
The mother and son will walk the red carpet together on Thursday, May 8.
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LISTEN: Bailey Zimmerman Teams Up With Luke Combs For Empowering New Anthem, ‘Backup Plan’
Posted on May 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I can’t believe I’m about to put this song out with Luke Combs,” Zimmerman admits.
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Colin Stough Embraces the Outlaw Life in Gritty New Single, ‘White Trash’
Posted on May 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
With gritty vocals and unfiltered lyrics, the rising country rocker bares his soul in this raw and defiant new anthem.
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Exclusive Q&A: Emily Ann Roberts Talks New Single, ‘The Fence,’ The Nostalgic Music Video, Touring & More
Posted on May 2, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for the rising star.
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Eagle-Eyed Fans Spot Miranda Lambert’s New Tattoo
Posted on May 1, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Fans are “obsessed” with the superstar’s new ink.
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Ashley Cooke On The Song That Stopped Her In Her Tracks, ‘The F Word’ [Exclusive]
Posted on May 1, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“I was like, ‘I have to cut this song…'”
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