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.

Tanner Adell; Photo by Sean Yedid

Country Next: Tanner Adell

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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Kane Brown; Photo via Boys & Girls Club

Kane Brown Graciously Donates New Gymnasium To Ohio Boys & Girls Club: ‘This Is What It’s All About’

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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Jessica Willis Fisher; Photo by Sean Fisher

Country Next: Jessica Willis Fisher

Posted on February 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 Jessica Willis Fisher.

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Naomi Cooke; Photo by Kayla Schoen, CMA

Naomi Cooke Leaves Runaway June To Embark On A Solo Career

Posted on February 24, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

“I am beyond excited to share new stories and music with you,” she wrote.

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Jo Dee Messina; Photo by Nick Zimmer/CMA

10 Best Jo Dee Messina Songs

Posted on February 23, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Let’s face it. The late ‘90s and early 2000s wouldn’t have been the same without Jo Dee Messina. The Framingham,…

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Taryn Papa; Photo Sara Kiesling

Taryn Papa Celebrates Finding Love For The First Time In Debut Single, ‘Awake’

Posted on February 11, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means people all over are celebrating love and the warm feelings and…

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Jake Hoot, Brittney Hoot; Photo by Jonathan Volk

First Listen: Jake Hoot and Wife Brittney Cherish Time Together On Mesmerizing Duet, ‘Wherever Time Goes’

Posted on February 10, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

The duet officially drops on Friday, February 11.

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Jordan Fletcher; Photo by Jeff Ray

Country Next: Jordan Fletcher

Posted on February 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 Jordan Fletcher.

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Erin Kinsey; Photo by Sara Kauss Photography

Exclusive Premiere: Erin Kinsey Unveils Acoustic Performance For ‘Hate This Hometown’

Posted on February 4, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

RECORDS Nashville artist Erin Kinsey is premiering the acoustic performance of her brand new emotional and personal track “Hate This…

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Photo Courtesy Brandon Davis

Country Next: Brandon Davis

Posted on February 1, 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 Brandon Davis.

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