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).
Brandon Davis Pours His Heart and Soul Into New Album, ‘Life’s Too Short,’ Inspiring Fans to Savor Every Moment
Posted on September 20, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“I think the overall message we were trying to get across was just that, you know, life is just too short to spend not enjoying it, and every story that you hear in these songs is a way to express that,” the rising country star shared.
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Taylor Kerr of Maddie & Tae Talks ‘Heart They Didn’t Break,’ Navigating Motherhood With Her Bestie, And More
Posted on September 19, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
2023 might just be the year of the Maddie & Tae Renaissance everyone has been waiting for.
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Scotty McCreery Discusses The Creative Spark of Late-Night Songwriting And Future Gospel Record
Posted on September 19, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
After a writing excursion in the mountains of North Carolina, the talented singer-songwriter is ready to kickstart a brand new era of music.
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Brothers Osborne Embrace Authenticity With New Self-Titled Album
Posted on September 17, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“That’s why our album is self-titled… This is who we’ve been all along,” John Osborne, one half of the musical duo, shared.
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Colby Acuff Extends The ‘Western White Pines’ Experience With Deluxe Album Release
Posted on September 17, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“I think that we’re going to really add a lot of color and really enhance the story,” Acuff shared of the expanded release.
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NEEDTOBREATHE Dishes On New Album ‘CAVES’ and Collaborations with Carly Pearce and Old Dominion
Posted on September 17, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
“Maybe we’re more country than we are pop,” Bear Rinehart, frontman of the multi-platinum band, shared.
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9 Country Songs For College Football Season
Posted on September 8, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
Whether you’re cheering for Tennessee, Alabama, or anyone in between, we compiled a list of 9 country songs for college football season.
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Warren Zeiders’ ‘Pretty Little Poison’ Paves the Way for a Life of Stardom
Posted on September 1, 2023
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Melanie Rooten
With the release of ‘Pretty Little Poison,’ “I get to show a new side of myself dynamically, vocally, but also emotionally,” the 24-year-old gushed.
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