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.

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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Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan performing live

Every Country Singer Who Has A Bar On Broadway In Nashville

Posted on January 5, 2024

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Melinda Lorge

From Dierks Bentley to Blake Shelton, here’s a rundown of every country artist who has a bar on Broadway.

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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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Photo Courtesy Alexis Wilkins

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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