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.

Ryan Larkins; Photo Provided

Country Next: Ryan Larkins

Posted on September 12, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

We take pride in introducing fans to country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. Here, we chat with Ryan Larkins.

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Photo Courtesy Colin Stough

Colin Stough Talks New Single, ‘Promiseland,’ Life After ‘American Idol,’ And Details The Friendships He’s Formed In Nashville

Posted on September 11, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Stough says the new single “describes me and my roots.”

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Taryn Papa; Photo Provided

Exclusive Premiere: Take A Listen To Taryn Papa’s Brand New Song, ‘Gold Mine’

Posted on September 7, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Papa said she knew she had to record ‘Gold Mine’ from the moment she first heard it.

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Erin Kirby; Photo Provided

Country Next: Erin Kirby

Posted on August 28, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

We take pride in introducing fans to country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. Here, we chat with Erin Kirby.

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Grace Tyler; Photo By Harry Tyler

Exclusive Premiere: Grace Tyler Shares Video For New Track ‘Jesus in a Bar’

Posted on August 24, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Here’s a first look at Grace Tyler’s new music video.

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Country Next: Alexis Wilkins

Posted on August 4, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

We take pride in introducing fans to country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. Here, we chat with Alexis Wilkins.

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Chris Young; Photo by John Shearer

Exclusive: Chris Young Takes Fans Behind The Scenes Of ‘Young Love & Saturday Nights’ Music Video

Posted on July 25, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Chris Young recently dropped his brand new song “Young Love & Saturday Nights” along with the corresponding video for the…

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Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean; Photos by Andrew Wendowski

Setting The Record Straight: Luke Bryan Did Not Ask CMT To Pull His Music Videos Amid The Jason Aldean Controversy

Posted on July 23, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Despite the rumors swirling online, Luke Bryan DID NOT request that his music videos, or any of his works, be pulled from CMT.

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Exclusive Premiere: The Dryes Deliver A Toe-Tapping Anthem With New Single, ‘Sawdust’

Posted on July 20, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

‘The Voice’ alumni co-wrote the song alongside Michael Farren and their late friend, Kyle Jacobs.

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Harper O'Neill; Photo by Aubrey Wise

Country Next: Harper O’Neill

Posted on July 17, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

We take pride in introducing fans to country music’s brightest new stars through our Country Next series. Here, we chat with Harper O’Neill.

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