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.
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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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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Posted on September 7, 2023
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Papa said she knew she had to record ‘Gold Mine’ from the moment she first heard it.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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