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.

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Country Next: Walker County

Posted on April 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 Walker County.

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Kasey Tyndall; Photo by Annelise Loughead

Country Next: Kasey Tyndall

Posted on April 14, 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 Kasey Tyndall.

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Caitlyn Smith; Photo by Shervin Lainez

Caitlyn Smith Details the ‘Terrifying’ ‘Leap Of Faith’ She Took When Recording Her New Album, ‘High’

Posted on April 13, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

“I learned how to take a leap of faith and take a chance on myself instead of looking to other people to give me affirmation and belief,” she shares.

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Miranda Lambert; Photos by Getty Images for CMT

Miranda Lambert Takes Home 12th Career CMT Music Award, Performs ‘If I Was A Cowboy’

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Miranda Lambert may not be a cowboy, but she certainly stepped into the role for her performance at the 2022…

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The Judds; Photo via YouTube, CMT

WATCH: The Judds Reunite For Powerful Duet At 2022 CMT Music Awards

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

The Judds have not appeared at the CMT Music Awards in over two decades but on Monday (April 11) night…

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Gabby Barrett; Photo by Getty Images for CMT

Gabby Barrett Takes the Stage for Live Debut Of ‘Pick Me Up’ at 2022 CMT Music Awards

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Gabby Barrett returned to the stage on Monday (April 11) night for the 2022 CMT Music Awards. Dazzling the studio…

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Carrie Underwood; Photo by Getty Images for CMT

WATCH: Carrie Underwood’s Flies High With Soaring ‘Ghost Story’ Performance at 2022 CMT Music Awards

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Carrie Underwood slayed the stage with her current track “Ghost Story” during the 2022 CMT Music Awards on Monday, (April…

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Cole Swindell and Lainey Wilson; Photo by Getty Images for CMT

Cole Swindell and Lainey Wilson Power Through the Pouring Rain with ‘Never Say Never’ Performance at CMT Awards

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Country hitmakers Cole Swindell and Lainey Wilson joined forces on stage for the live television debut of their incredible new…

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Kane Brown, Katelyn Brown, Cody Johnson, Brandi Johnson, Brendan McLoughlin, Miranda Lambert, Laney Beville Hayes, Walker Hayes; Photo by Getty Images for CMT

Country Music’s Cutest Couples Rock The Pink Carpet At The 2022 CMT Music Awards

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

A handful of country music’s cutest couple’s graced the red (pink) carpet to celebrate the return of the CMT Music…

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Miranda Lambert, Kane Brown, Jessie James Decker, Dustin Lynch; Photos by Getty Images for CMT

CMT Music Awards Red Carpet: See Looks From Miranda Lambert, Kane Brown, Jessie James Decker, Dustin Lynch & More

Posted on April 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

The 2022 CMT Music Awards are taking place in downtown Nashville, and some of the hottest celebrities in country music…

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