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.

Zac Brown Band; Photo by Alex Chapman

Zac Brown Band Spreads Message of Positivity with New Single, ‘Same Boat’

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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Southerland; Photo by Emma Kate Golden

Country Next: Southerland

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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Drew Parker, Carrie Underwood, Charlie Worsham, Kasey Tyndall

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

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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Brooks & Dunn; Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images

Brooks & Dunn Recall Being Skeptical Of Becoming A Country Duo: “Just Never Should Have Worked”

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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15 Country Music Videos That Feature Contestants From Bachelor Nation

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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Old Dominion; Photo by Mason Allen

Old Dominion Tell The Story Behind Their New Summer Anthem, ‘I Was On A Boat That Day’

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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Janelle Arthur, Photo Provided

Janelle Arthur On Duetting With Dolly Parton On ‘Hand Me Downs’

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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Johnny Dailey; Photo by Kristen Balani

Exclusive Premiere: Johnny Dailey Goes Back In Time On Nostalgic Love Song ‘Burns Like Whiskey’

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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Travis Denning; Photo via YouTube

Travis Denning Goes Fishing With Buddies In Hilarious New ‘Travis Denning and Friends Do Stuff’ Episode

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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Travis Denning, Cassadee Pope, Michael Ray, Lily Rose

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

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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