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.

Scotty McCreery; Photo Provided

Scotty McCreery Unveils Surprise Expansion Of ‘Seasons Change’ Album With Bonus Songs and Acoustic Versions

Posted on April 17, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“The ‘Seasons Change’ album was truly life-changing for me,” McCreery admits.

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Morgan Wallen; Photo by Spidey Smith

Morgan Wallen Unveils 37-Song Track List For ‘I’m The Problem’ Album

Posted on April 17, 2025

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Wallen revealed several collaborations as part of the announcement, including duets with Tate McRae, ERNEST, and HARDY.

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Parker McCollum; Photo by Chris Kleinmeier

LISTEN: Parker McCollum Reflects On Insecurities In ‘Hope That I’m Enough’

Posted on April 16, 2025

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“Knew this one would be special the second I wrote it,” McCollum admits.

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HARDY, Ashley McBryde; Photos via Instagram

WATCH: HARDY Taps Ashley McBryde For Show-Stopping ‘Wait In The Truck’ Performance At Country Thunder Arizona

Posted on April 16, 2025

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Festival-goers were treated to a surprise duet.

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Jake Owen; Photo by Tanner Yeager, Wynonna Judd; Photo by Nick Stewart

CMA Fest Adds Epic Nightly Shows at Ascend Amphitheater Featuring Jake Owen, Wynonna Judd & More

Posted on April 16, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Tickets start at just $17.

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Dierks Bentley; Photo Provided

Dierks Bentley Announces 11th Studio Album, ‘Broken Branches’

Posted on April 16, 2025

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“This is the people’s music and it represents that spirit of individuality so well,” Bentley shares.

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Morgan Wallen, Post Malone; Photo Courtesy of Facebook

Morgan Wallen Announces Release Date For Rebellious Anthem Feat. Post Malone, ‘I Ain’t Comin’ Back’

Posted on April 15, 2025

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The new tune marks the second collaboration between the hitmakers.

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George Strait with Becky; Photo Provided

George Strait Surprises Texas Dairy Queen Staff With Drive-Thru Visit and a Selfie

Posted on April 15, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

“He was very friendly and very polite…It was an amazing experience to have met him….”

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Photo Courtesy Of Post Malone

Post Malone Confirms New Country Album Is in the Works: ‘Going To Attempt To Do It Again’

Posted on April 14, 2025

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Another album is in the works and is likely to include cuts from country superstars.

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Megan Moroney; Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for Megan Moroney's Am I Okay? Tour 2025

Megan Moroney Surprises Fans with Post-Show Autograph Signing Spree in Knoxville

Posted on April 14, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Moroney spent hours signing autographs for fans after her show.

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