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 10, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shifted the lives of so many people around the world. Not only has it challenged…
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Posted on June 8, 2020
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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 Dan Smalley.
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Posted on May 26, 2020
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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 Payton Smith.
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Posted on May 25, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
American Idol has been bringing new talented singers from all walks of life to the forefront for many years. One…
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Posted on May 11, 2020
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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 Avenue Beat.
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Posted on April 27, 2020
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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 Tyler Booth.
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Posted on April 17, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
The unpredictable events that have unfolded over the past few months have moved Jana Kramer to release a powerful new…
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Posted on April 13, 2020
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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 Allie Colleen.
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Posted on April 10, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
Mitch Rossell’s name may not ring a bell, but there’s a chance you’ve probably heard some of his songs without…
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Posted on April 7, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
John Prine, a country/folk legend, two-time cancer survivor, and U.S. Army veteran, passed away from complications of coronavirus on Tuesday,…
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