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.

Walker Montgomery; Robby Klein

Country Next: Walker Montgomery

Posted on March 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 Walker Montgomery.

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Chevel Shepherd; Photo Crredit Shutterfreek

Country Next: Chevel Shepherd

Posted on March 9, 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 Chevel Shepherd.

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Carolyn Miller; Photo by Rachel Deeb

Exclusive Premiere: Carolyn Miller Shines a Light on Fans in Empowering ‘Flatline’ Video

Posted on March 4, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

Rising country artist Carolyn Miller hopes to inspire others with the powerful new video for her current song, “Flatline.” And…

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Tigirlily, Tyler Rich, Smithfield, Chris Ruediger

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

Posted on March 2, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

It seems like artists everywhere are churning out new songs each week. So much so that listeners have tons of…

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Miranda Lambert, Brendan McLoughlin

Miranda Lambert Says Alone Time on the Farm With Brendan McLoughlin Made Their Marriage ‘Really Strong’

Posted on March 2, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

Getting to spend some extra alone time with her husband, Brendan McLoughlin, has made Miranda Lambert’s relationship a whole lot…

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Tigirlily; Photo by Jared Olson

Country Next: Tigirlily

Posted on February 25, 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 Tigirlily.

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Photo Courtesy Stephanie Quayle

Q&A: Stephanie Quayle Opens Up About New Era of Music and Latest Single, ‘By Heart’

Posted on February 25, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

Stephanie Quayle has always taken inspiration for new music from her own life experiences. And, she’s never been afraid to…

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Luke Combs, Maren Morris

Luke Combs and Maren Morris Call For Equality Across the Board in Country Music

Posted on February 18, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

Luke Combs and Maren Morris are coming together in a brave new effort to help change the future of country…

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Chase Martin; Photo by Jason Myers

Country Next: Chase Martin

Posted on February 18, 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 Chase Martin.

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Hannah Dasher, Drew Baldridge, Tiera, Nate Barnes

New Country Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

Posted on February 18, 2021

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Melinda Lorge

Due to the recent snowstorms and cold snaps going on throughout much of the country, people everywhere have been forced…

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