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 August 23, 2019
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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 Kaleb Lee.
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Posted on August 21, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
It looks like Shay Mooney of the duo Dan + Shay has a lot to celebrate. Earlier this week, the…
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Posted on August 20, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Portland-based country singer Nate Botsford just dropped the new music video for his upbeat summer anthem “Luxury Float,” and he’s…
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Posted on August 16, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Spencer Crandall, a burgeoning country artist and Nashville resident, is making his mark on the genre in his own authentic…
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Posted on August 15, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
Kane Brown and his wife Katelyn Jae have officially chosen a name for their daughter-to-be, and it looks like they’re…
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Posted on August 15, 2019
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Melinda Lorge
These days, most people would probably agree that smartphones are an essential part of our everyday lives. But, Brett Eldredge…
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Posted on August 12, 2019
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Leah Turner, a rising country artist with a unique, husky voice and fierce personality, scored her first Top 40 hit…
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Posted on August 8, 2019
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After spending over eight years honing their artistry and earning high praise with the release of 2015’s “Hey Whiskey,” rising…
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Posted on August 5, 2019
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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 Tiffany Woys.
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Posted on July 31, 2019
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Big Loud Records’ breakout star Morgan Wallen doesn’t need any more proof to solidify his status in country music. The…
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