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 June 21, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Zac Brown Band is spreading a message of positivity and unity with a brand-new song called “Same Boat.” The feel-good…
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Posted on June 17, 2021
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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 Southerland.
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Posted on June 12, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Summer is right around the corner, which means people all over will be looking for new tunes to add to…
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Posted on June 7, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Before Brooks & Dunn ever became one of the hottest country duo’s of the ‘90s, they were trying to build…
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Posted on June 6, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
ABC’s The Bachelor and its companion show The Bachelorette has, undoubtedly, been going strong for several years. And, it’s no…
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Posted on June 4, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Old Dominion shared the official music video for their wildly successful single, “I Was On A Boat That Day,” a…
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Posted on June 4, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
When it comes to Janelle Arthur, one thing is certain. She has come full circle. The rising country artist and…
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Posted on June 3, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Rising country artist Johnny Dailey won’t release his brand new song, “Burns Like Whiskey,” until Friday (June 4), but he’s…
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Posted on June 3, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Summer is right around the corner, which means plenty of folks will be spending more time outdoors fishing on the…
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Posted on June 2, 2021
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Melinda Lorge
Over the years, country music has evolved. Artists have gotten more innovative, mixing together different sounds and styles and widening…
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