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.

The Dryes; Photo by Zack Knudsen

Country Next: The Dryes

Posted on December 23, 2022

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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 The Dryes.

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Lauren Weintraub; Photo by Mick Bodie

Country Next: Lauren Weintraub

Posted on December 7, 2022

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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 Lauren Weintraub.

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Photo Courtesy Greylan James

Country Next: Greylan James

Posted on November 15, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Greylan James has been a celebrated songwriter, having penned major cuts for artists like Blake Shelton, Cole Swindell, and Kenny…

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Shane Profitt; Photo by Dustin Haney

Country Next: Shane Profitt

Posted on October 25, 2022

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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 Shane Profitt.

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Noah Hicks; Photo by Joel Alexander

Country Next: Noah Hicks

Posted on October 11, 2022

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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 Noah Hicks.

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Jennifer Hart; Photo by Robby Stevens

Country Next: Jennifer Hart

Posted on September 30, 2022

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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 Jennifer Hart.

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Scotty McCreery, Gabi; Photos via Instagram

Scotty McCreery Says His Dog Moose Will Have To ‘Adjust’ To Having A New Baby Around

Posted on September 10, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Scotty McCreery is gearing up for fatherhood! The country music artist and his wife, Gabi McCreery, are preparing to welcome…

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Julia Cole; Photo by Alejandro Medina III

Country Next: Julia Cole

Posted on August 25, 2022

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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 Julia Cole.

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Scotty McCreery; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Scotty McCreery Admits He’s Still Trying To Process His Chart-Topping Success: ‘To Have Five In A Row Is Just Bananas’

Posted on August 22, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Scotty McCreery is celebrating the success of his latest single, “Damn Strait,” which spent three weeks atop the Billboard Country…

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Photo Courtesy Casi Joy

Exclusive Premiere: ‘The Voice’ Alum Casi Joy Is In The ‘Business of Breaking Up’ On Brand New Track

Posted on August 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Country-pop singer/songwriter Casi Joy won’t release her new song “Business of Breaking Up” until Friday (Aug. 12). But she has…

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