Dierks Bentley: Everything you need to know about the country music star
He's one of the biggest country music artists
Dierks Bentley is one of the biggest country music artists over the past 10 years. Starting his career back in 2003, he has released a massive amount of albums and created hits like 'Drunk On A Plane' and 'Different For Girls'.
From his career beginnings to his most recent studio album 'Gravel and Gold', we've decided to celebrate Dierks' incredible success by taking a look at his journey so far. Here are some facts about the country singer that you might not know!
Where is Dierks Bentley from?
Dierks Bentley hails from Phoenix, Arizona in the United States, and was based in the country music capital of Nashville, Tennessee for a long time.
How did Dierks Bentley become famous?
Dierks Bentley first started playing guitar aged 13 and was eventually playing his music in clubs in Nashville. After getting a job working for Paramount Network researching footage of old country performances, he landed a deal with Capitol Records, releasing his eponymous debut album in 2003. The album's first single 'What Was I Thinkin' reached Number 1 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart, and there began his long and successful career.
When was Dierks Bentley born?
Dierks Bentley was born 20th November 1975.
How many albums has Dierks Bentley released?
Dierks Bentley has released an impressive ten albums throughout his career. His first self titled album was released in 2003 and sold 1.1 million copies in the US. He then went on to release the following albums: 'Modern Day Drifter' (2005), 'Long Trip Alone' (2006), 'Feel That Fire' (2009), 'Up on the Ridge' (2010), 'Home' (2010) and 'Riser' (2014).
His eighth album 'Black', released on 27th May 2016, is his most successful, selling 88,000 copies in its first week. It debuted at Number 1 on Top Country Albums and was his fourth Number 1 album in a row in the US.
His ninth album 'The Mountain', released 8th June 2018, also debuted at Number 1 on the Top Country Albums Chart and featured the hit single 'Woman, Amen'.
In February 2023, Dierks released his 10th studio album ‘Gravel & Gold’, which was also his first studio album since ‘The Mountain’ which was released in 2018. The album included the singles ‘Gold’ and ‘Something Real’, as well collaborations with Ashley McBryde (‘Cowboy Boots’) and Billy Strings (‘High Note’).
Dierks Bentley's latest music
Due to be released in May 2024, Dierks is part of the Tom Petty tribute album ‘Petty Country’ alongside artists like Dolly Parton, Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson and more. The first song released from the project was Dierks' cover of 'American Girl', which was released as an official single to country radio.
Who has Dierks Bentley collaborated with?
Dierks Bentley collaborated with fellow country stars Brothers Osbourne on the single 'Burning Man', which is featured on his his album 'The Mountain'. Dierks also collaborated with country powerhouse Maren Morris on 'I'll Be The Moon' from 2016 album 'Black'.
He also featured on the Canadian country group James Barker Band’s single ‘New Old Trucks’, which was released in October 2021.
How much is Dierks Bentley worth?
Dierks Bentley reportedly has a massive net worth of $30 million!
Has Dierks Bentley won a Grammy?
Dierk Bentley has won a Grammy! The country singer won a Best Country Duo/Group Performance Grammy in 2016, for his performance of 'The Driver'. He's also won numerous Country Music Association awards, alongside a Billboard Music Award for his collaboration with country girl Elle King.
Dierks Bentley also has the honour of being a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and was one of the youngest members to be inducted.
Is Dierks Bentley on social media?
Dierks Bentley sure is on social media. You can follow him on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Take a look at some of the country tours to look forward to:
Bailey Zimmerman
Another tour for the calendar in 2024 is none other than 'Never Comin' Home' legend Bailey Zimmerman, with his 'Religiously. The. Tour'. Fresh from the news that his debut 'Religiously. The Album.' broke the record for most streamed debut country album of all time, Bailey revealed that he will be taking the album on tour in 2024, playing a stream of UK dates from Thursday 9th May - Sunday 19th May, travelling through London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Belfast.
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The Cadillac Three
TC3 fans have been ecstatic to catch the American rock/country band here in the UK this May 2024 - and lucky for us, they still have remaining dates! Catch the 'Back it Up' legends in Cardiff and London on 16th and 17th of May.
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49 Winchester
'Russell County Line' legends 49 Winchester are bringing tour dates to the UK & Ireland this year, with upcoming shows in Bristol, London, Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast and Dublin, from Sunday 26th May through to Saturday 1st June.
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Kacey Musgraves
'High Horse' superstar Kacey Musgraves is heading on her 'Deeper Well World Tour' in 2024, bringing dates to the UK from May! Starting the string of dates in Glasgow on 9th May 2024, she'll perform in Manchester and Wolverhampton, then performing a date in London on 14th May!
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Brett Young
The one and only Brett Young will be heading across the pond in May 2024 on his EU/UK tour, performing in Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds and Belfast - not to mention his headline appearance at Highways Festival! Dates span from 15th-24th May 2024, with his headline Highways show taking place on Saturday 18th May.
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Highways Festival
Highways Festival is back in 2024! Exciting fans across the country, the news of the headline acts dropped on 4th December 2023 - revealing we can expect to see The Cadillac Three, Brett Young, The War And Treaty and many more take to the stage - with shows taking place at Royal Albert Hall, London, on Friday 17th & Saturday 18th May 2024! Other acts include Shane Smith & The Saints, Josh Ross and Tanner Usrey, and more!
Buy tickets here (from Friday 8th December)!
Taylor Swift
Global superstar Taylor Swift is bringing her 'Eras Tour' to the UK! If the tour name wasn't a big enough clue, the phenomenal shows will see Taylor play songs from all different 'eras' from her incredible career so far - including her country roots! Her string of UK dates begin on Friday 7th June 2024, with her playing shows throughout the whole month, before returning for a three-night stint at London's Wembley Stadium from 15th-17th August.
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Sheryl Crow
Grammy Award winning Sheryl Crow will be heading to the UK in 2024, performing four huge shows in June! Playing a headline show at The Piece Hall in Halifax on 13th June 2024, Sheryl will then play dates at Black Deer Festival in Kent (15th June), Nocturne Live in Oxfordshire (16th June) and a further headline show at Hampton Court Palace (18th June). The shows will follow the release of her highly-anticipated 11th studio album, titled 'Evolution'.
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Morgan Wallen
Record-breaking country star Morgan Wallen will be returning to the UK for another incredible show, performing as one of the headline acts at BST Hyde Park 2024. The famous London festival show will be taking place on Thursday 4th July. On top of that, you can also catch the singer in Glasgow on his 'One Night At A Time 2024 Tour', with Morgan performing on 5th September.
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Noah Kahan
The incredible Noah Kahan is gifting us with two runs of tour dates this year, in both February AND August 2024! The 'Stick Season' star will began his first string of shows at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Saturday 10th February, playing in Leeds, Cardiff and two shows in London, and is now set to return for another series of shows in August, which begin on Tuesday 13th in Manchester. The August shows will see him play shows in other cities including Newcastle and Birmingham, before returning to London for another two-night stint playing his incredible songs.
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Russell Dickerson
'Love You Like I Used To' country superstar Russell Dickerson will be hitting the UK road on his 'Good Day To Have A Great Tour', this August 2024. With dates running from August 23rd - 30th, he'll be performing in Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Bristol, and London.
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The Long Road Festival 2024
August Bank Holiday 2024 will see the return of the three-day The Long Road Festival - celebrating the music, lifestyle and influences of Country! From Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th August 2024, the festival returns to Stanford Hall estate in Leicestershire with over 60 artists across five stages.
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Tenille Arts
Fresh from the release of her fourth album 'To Be Honest', the wonderful Tenille Arts will be bringing tour dates to the UK in September 2024! The singer will begin the string of dates on 4th September in Glasgow, then performing in Manchester and London before concluding in Birmingham on 9th.
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Megan Moroney
The incredible Megan Moroney delighted country fans when she announced her UK & Europe tour dates! The 'I'm Not Pretty' singer will be heading to the UK in September 2024, beginning her string of dates in Cardiff on 4th, performing in Manchester, Belfast, Glasgow, Birmingham and Cambridge - before finishing the run in London on 13th September!
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Little Big Town
September 2024 will also see country legends Little Big Town perform UK tour dates! Heading across the pond, the UK will see dates from their 'Friends of Mine' tour, with the 'Take Me Home' singers performing in Manchester, Bristol, Cambridge, Newcastle and London from 10th - 16th September 2024.
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Chris Stapleton
October 2024 will see 'Tennessee Whiskey' legend Chris Stapleton head to the UK on his 'All-American Road Show' tour! The Country singer, famed for songs such as 'Daddy Doesn't Pray Anymore', 'Either Way' and 'Traveller' will playing a series of headline arena shows around the UK and Ireland, starting from 16th October 2024, including stops at Manchester's AO Arena, Glasgow's OVO Hydro, Dublin's 3Arena, Birmingham's Utilita Arena and London's The O2 - featuring special guest Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives. The tour is in celebration of the singer's latest album, 'Higher'.
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Brothers Osborne
Kicking off 2025 strong will be country rock duo Brothers Osborne, who are lined up to be heading to the UK & Ireland in January. The duo will be bringing us nine dates as part of their 'Might As Well Be Us World Tour', with John and TJ Osborne playing shows in Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol and London in January 2025, from Friday 17th - Thursday 30th January, with support coming from Tyler Braden.
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