Melinda Lorge

Melinda Lorge

Melinda Lorge is a Nashville-based freelance writer who specializes in covering country music. Along with Country Now, her work has appeared in publications, including Rare Country, Rolling Stone Country, Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, Wide Open Country and more. After joining Rare Country in early 2016, Lorge was presented with the opportunity to lead coverage on late-night television programs, including “The Voice” and “American Idol,” which helped her to sharpen her writing skills even more. Lorge earned her degree at Middle Tennessee State University, following the completion of five internships within the country music industry. She has an undeniable love for music and entertainment. When she isn’t living and breathing country music, she can be found enjoying time outdoors with family and friends.

Koe Wetzel, HARDY, Outlaw Light Beer; Photo Courtesy Outlaw Light Beer

Koe Wetzel’s New Outlaw Light Beer Partnership Isn’t Just Business — It’s Personal

Posted on May 12, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

“It’s about more than just beer,” Wetzel shares.

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Naomi Johnson; Photo by Martin Johnson

Naomi Johnson Reveals How The Reality Of Motherhood Led To The Personal Song, ‘Mama Ain’t Jesus’ [Exclusive]

Posted on May 9, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

Motherhood has transformed Johnson’s life in ways she never could have anticipated.

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Dylan Marlowe, Conner Smith; Photo by Cooper Smith

Dylan Marlowe And Conner Smith Imagine Heaven As A Small Town In ‘Country In The Clouds’

Posted on May 5, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

“Everything about this song feels special to Dylan and I,” Conner Smith tells us.

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Chandler Walters; Photo by Delaney Royer

Chandler Walters Turns Heartbreak Into Honky Tonk Gold on Debut Single ‘Worth The Trouble’

Posted on May 5, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

The track is featured on the mixtape-style compilation album, ‘Cadillac Sessions.’

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Jake Worthington; Photo by Brayln Kelly Smith

Jake Worthington Explains How A Traffic Stop Sparked The Inspiration For ‘It Ain’t the Whiskey’ [Exclusive]

Posted on May 2, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

Worthington tells the story behind the song, making the music video and life as a new dad.

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Adam Doleac; Photo by Dylan McGraw

Adam Doleac Shares The ‘God Moment’ That Led Thomas Rhett To Join Him On New Duet, ‘Bar Named Jesus’ [Exclusive]

Posted on May 2, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

“…That’s when Thomas called me and told me that ‘yes,’ he wanted to be a part of this song,” Doleac recalled.

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Amanda Jordan; Photo by Anna Maria Li

Amanda Jordan Talks Heartbreak And Healing In Her Debut Album, ‘Still Standing’ [Exclusive]

Posted on April 17, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

Jordan reveals the process of creating this album involved tears, resilience and therapeutic writing sessions.

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Bradley Gaskin; Photo Provided

Bradley Gaskin Opens Up About His Decade-Long Journey Back To Country Music And Debut Album, ‘Unfinished Business’

Posted on April 7, 2025

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Melinda Lorge

“There was always a fire there that I couldn’t put out…”

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Cooper Alan, Brett Kissel; Photo Courtesy of Aristo Media

Exclusive Premiere: Brett Kissel and Cooper Alan Reflect On Their Fun-Filled, Tropical Getaway In ‘Two of Us’ Music Video

Posted on January 24, 2024

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Melinda Lorge

The video finds the emerging artists punching out of the 9-to-5 grind with a “Friday night buzz.”

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Morgan Wallen - Music Videos; Photos Courtesy YouTube

A Deep Dive Into Morgan Wallen’s Official Music Videos

Posted on January 14, 2024

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Melinda Lorge

Despite Wallen’s numerous No. 1 hits, it might surprise many that he has only a handful of official music videos.

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