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 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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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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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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Posted on April 5, 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 Karley Scott Collins.
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Posted on April 1, 2022
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Melinda Lorge
After announcing the release date for his upcoming sophomore album, Livin’ My Best Life, Dylan Scott has chosen to give…
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Posted on March 25, 2022
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Melinda Lorge
As her latest single, “Just Drive,” continues to build a buzz at country radio, Erin Kinsey officially releases her debut…
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Posted on March 24, 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 Jackson Dean.
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Posted on March 15, 2022
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Melinda Lorge
“I don’t want to be a dad that’s not around,” he says.
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Posted on March 15, 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 Tanner Adell.
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Posted on February 28, 2022
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Melinda Lorge
Kane Brown has been a long-time supporter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. And, on Saturday (Feb. 19),…
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