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 January 21, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
Steve Moakler is stepping back into the spotlight with his brand new album, Blue Jeans. The singer/songwriter, who has previously penned…
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Posted on January 10, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
Dan + Shay are trying to get in touch with the family of a young boy who serenaded his baby…
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Posted on January 10, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
Jake Owen has penned a new song, and it’s all about Hannah Brown’s surprise return on ABC’s The Bachelor. Viewers…
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Posted on January 9, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
Artists representing the Recording Academy Nashville Chapter gathered inside the Hutton Hotel’s Vista Ballroom on Tuesday evening (Jan 7) in…
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Posted on January 9, 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 Kylie Frey.
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Posted on January 3, 2020
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Melinda Lorge
The New Year is getting off to a good start for Lady Antebellum fans! The award-winning country trio just announced…
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Posted on December 20, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Christmas is right around the corner, which means many families have already put up their tree, lights and other festive…
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Posted on December 20, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Morgan Wallen puts the lives of our nation’s heroes and their loved ones front-and-center in his emotionally charged, extended-length video…
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Posted on December 19, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Country artists love spreading Christmas cheer, and Tara Thompson is no exception. The singer/songwriter, who hails from East Tennessee, recently…
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Posted on December 18, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Country superstar Luke Combs treated fans to a performance of his latest hit single, “Even Though I’m Leaving,” on Tuesday…
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