Melanie Rooten
Originally from Southern California and currently residing in Music City, Melanie graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a BA in Journalism before beginning her career as a music and entertainment journalist. Beginning to write for Country Now in August of 2023, she has also contributed to Holler, Music Mayhem, Country Chord, We Got This Covered, TheThings, Parade, Decider and more throughout her career thus far. When she is not writing, Melanie enjoys going to concerts and music festivals, binging her favorite television shows, spending time with her friends and family and cheering on the Oklahoma Sooners (of course).
Brad Paisley Highlights Beautiful and Painful Stories of Appalachia On Preview Of ‘Son of the Mountains’ Album
Posted on October 3, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“This is what I think country music is about, which is truth,” Paisley states.
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Jon Pardi Announces First-Ever Holiday Album, ‘Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi’
Posted on October 3, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
The country crooner is sure to deliver the ultimate Christmas Pardi with this record.
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Randy Houser Speaks Out On World Issues And Encourages Forgiveness Through New Song ‘Cancel’
Posted on October 3, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
Randy Houser’s introspective new song “Cancel” encourages forgiveness and unity in a divided world.
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Colby Acuff Reflects On His Opry Debut And Getting The Call To Play Stadiums With Luke Combs
Posted on September 25, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“The only thing more unbelievable than an Idaho kid going to play at the Opry is a kid going to play stadiums that’s only played one arena,” Acuff laughed.
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Chase McDaniel Gives His Song ‘Your Daughter’ New Life In Honor Of National Daughter’s Day
Posted on September 25, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
McDaniel marked the occasion by releasing two new acoustic versions of the heartfelt tune.
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Shelby Darrall Achieves Twin Milestones: ‘Melt’ EP Release and Ryman Auditorium Debut with Larry Fleet
Posted on September 22, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
Darrall’s new six-song EP showcases her growth as an artist and person.
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Newcomer Matt Schuster Makes His Mark With Major Label Debut, ‘Tell Me Tennessee’
Posted on September 22, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“The song like really just speaks for itself and kind of where I’m at right now,” the country newcomer shared.
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Lady A Embarks On A New Creative Journey With Nostalgic Hit, ‘Love You Back’
Posted on September 22, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“Love You Back” is just the beginning of what’s to come from the GRAMMY Award-winning trio.
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Scotty McCreery Reveals Exciting Plans For Son Avery’s Upcoming First Birthday Bash
Posted on September 21, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
It sounds like a ‘Toy Story’ party is in the works!
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NEEDTOBREATHE And Judah & The Lion Team Up For Highly-Anticipated CAVES Tour This Fall
Posted on September 20, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“I think people will come to our show and be inspired,” NEEDTOBREATHE’s frontman, Bear Rinehart, gushed in an exclusive interview.
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