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.

Granger Smith; Photo by Philip Roy

Granger Smith Searches For Peace In ‘That’s Why I Love Dirt Roads’ Video

Posted on February 10, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Granger Smith finds his escape out on the open roads in the music video for his current single, “That’s Why…

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Luke Combs; Photo by Jim Wright

Luke Combs Recalls The Emotions He Felt While Writing ‘Even Though I’m Leaving’

Posted on February 7, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Luke Combs is currently riding high off the success of his chart-topping single “Even Though I’m Leaving.” The song, which…

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Luke Combs; Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

Luke Combs Goes Vegan After Losing Football Bet

Posted on February 5, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

“I’m currently vegan, it’s horrible,” he admitted.

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Sean Stemaly; Photo by Nick Swift

Country Next: Sean Stemaly

Posted on January 30, 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 Sean Stemaly.

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Mitchell Tenpenny, Seaforth

Mitchell Tenpenny and Seaforth Had a Blast Poking Fun At Themselves In New Video

Posted on January 28, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Mitchell Tenpenny recently debuted a hilarious music video for “Anything She Says,” his collaboration with Seaforth. The lighthearted clip, directed…

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Brandi Carlile and Tanya Tucker; Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

Grammy Awards 2020: Tanya Tucker and Brandi Carlile Perform ‘Bring My Flowers Now’

Posted on January 27, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

The 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, which broadcasted live from the Los Angeles Staples center on Sunday (Jan. 26), featured a…

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Billy Ray Cyrus and Lil Nas X; Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

Grammy Awards 2020: Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus Deliver Unforgettable ‘Old Town Road’ Performance

Posted on January 27, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

It was a big night for Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus! Not only were they early winners going…

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Dan + Shay; Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

Grammy Awards 2020: Dan + Shay Score Best Country Duo/Group Performance

Posted on January 26, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Artists from various genres of music assembled inside the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday (Jan 26) for the…

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Brendan McLoughlin and Miranda Lambert; Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images

Miranda Lambert Pays Sweet Tribute To Husband On First Wedding Anniversary

Posted on January 26, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Miranda Lambert already has a lot to be happy about heading into the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards! The country music…

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Home Free;

Home Free Celebrate Taking Chances In New Video For ‘Why Not’

Posted on January 24, 2020

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Melinda Lorge

Home Free recently released the brand new video for their current single “Why Not.” The upbeat song, which encourages listeners…

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