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.
Brett Eldredge Recalls Panic Attack On Stage: ‘The Scariest Experience That I Ever Had’
Posted on April 9, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
Eldredge is encouraging others to open up about their mental health.
Read More ›
Morgan Wallen Confirms Female Duet To Appear On New Album
Posted on April 9, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
Fans already have their guesses for who the mystery female artist might be.
Read More ›
John Rich Recalls Being ‘Fired’ From Lonestar
Posted on April 9, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
“I deserved to be fired…”
Read More ›
Jon Pardi Weighs In On Country Music’s Evolution: ‘I Don’t Know What Country Music Is Anymore’
Posted on April 9, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
“Everybody’s bringing in the stuff they grew up listening to, and it’s awesome…”
Read More ›
Larry Fleet Honors The Woman Who Keeps Him Grounded In New Single, ‘A Lotta Women’
Posted on April 8, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
This song serves as an ode to his wife, Phebe.
Read More ›
Alan Jackson Inspires Viral ‘Chatta-TWO-Chee’ Birthday Party for 2-Year-Old Country Fan
Posted on April 7, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
The party featured “Chatta-TWO-Chee” theme decor, food displays and activities.
Read More ›
Why Luke Combs Chooses Family Over Fame—Even If It Means Missing Career Opportunities
Posted on April 7, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
“I want my kids’ childhood to feel as normal as it can…”
Read More ›
Riley Green Shuts Down Fight Mid-Show With No-Nonsense Message
Posted on April 7, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
“If y’all wanna fight, go out here and do it,” he said pointing to the exit.
Read More ›
Riley Green and HARDY Join Star-Studded Lineup For Folds of Honor’s 2025 Rock ’N Jock Softball Game
Posted on April 7, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
The fan-favorite event will return to Nashville’s First Horizon Park on Monday, June 2.
Read More ›
Cole Swindell Announces 2025 Happy Hour Sad Tour
Posted on April 7, 2025
| By
Madeleine O’Connell
“I cannot wait to get out on the road this year for the Happy Hour Sad Tour,” Swindell shares.
Read More ›