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.

MaRynn Taylor; Photo by Kristin Barlowe

Country Next: MaRynn Taylor

Posted on August 4, 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 MaRynn Taylor.

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Catie Offerman; Photo by Alysse Gafkjen

Exclusive Premiere: Catie Offerman Reflects On Her Journey To Nashville In New Behind-The-Scenes Clip

Posted on August 3, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Emerging country artist Catie Offerman has partnered with Country Now for an Instagram takeover. And, she is letting fans in…

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Breland; Photo by Chris Hollo

Exclusive Premiere: Opry NextStage Artist BRELAND Reflects On His Journey To Nashville

Posted on July 27, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Rising country artist BRELAND is making an undeniable mark in country music with his cross-genre appeal, incredible work ethic, and…

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Twinnie; Photo by Fraser Taylor

Country Next: Twinnie

Posted on July 21, 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 Twinnie.

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Kimberly Kelly; Photo by David McClister

Kimberly Kelly Details The ‘Roller Coaster Of Emotions’ That Went Into Creating Her Debut Album

Posted on July 14, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Kimberly Kelly is quickly emerging as one of the most talented traditional-leaning country singer-songwriters. Hailing from Lorena, Texas, she has…

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Charlie Daniels; Photo by Erick Anderson, eafoto

Exclusive Premiere: Hear Charlie Daniels’ First-Ever Volunteer Jam Performance of ‘Jambalaya’ From Forthcoming Album

Posted on July 13, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Charlie Daniels’ first-ever Volunteer Jam took place at the War Memorial Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. on October 4, 1974. In…

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Grace Leer; Photo by Alex Ferrari

Country Next: Grace Leer

Posted on July 6, 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 Grace Leer.

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Dallas Smith, Mackenzie Porter; Photo by Chris Hornbuckle

Exclusive Premiere: Dallas Smith Releases Music Video For ‘One Too’ With MacKenzie Porter

Posted on June 22, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Dallas Smith has released the official music video for “One Too,” his heartfelt breakup collaboration with MacKenzie Porter.  Premiering exclusively…

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Photo Courtesy Shelby Darrall

Country Next: Shelby Darrall

Posted on June 21, 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 Shelby Darrall.

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Sophia Scott; Photo by Alex Berger

Country Next: Sophia Scott

Posted on June 9, 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 Sophia Scott.

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