New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Twenty years into one of modern Country music's most credible careers, multi-platinum singer/songwriter
Dierks Bentley has his cowboy boot on the throttle towards his 10th studio album GRAVEL & GOLD, out Feb. 24 via Universal Music. Penned by Casey Brown, Jordan Minton, Hunter Phelps and Bentley, fans can listen to the sharply-written new track "Cowboy Boots" featuring critically-acclaimed Ashley McBryde from the forthcoming album.
"When I first really fell in love with Country music, Jim Beam and cowboy boots came along for the ride. I've had a few pair of boots over the years, many requiring duct tape at times. But, they've been my consistent and steady companion through this crazy ride," said Bentley. "Not only does Ashley have one of the best voices in Country music, she also always rocked a pair of boots when we were on tour together last year. I wanted someone that I could authentically sing this song with, and I didn't have to look any further than stage left. She's the real deal."
McBryde joined Bentley down at Lower Broadway's iconic Robert's Western World last week for his latest performance video from one Nashville's most important music venues.
"Assembling a mix that spans contemporary Country" (Rolling Stone), GRAVEL & GOLD is a story of renewal, family, persistence and devotion to making the music as authentic and lasting as it can possibly be. From the "Country music staple" (Esquire), Bentley is set to release the diverse 14-track album of perspective and self-awareness, at many levels, from the personal to the professional. It's also a testament to the many strains of Country music Bentley has mastered and cultivated in his career and fans can now pre-order GRAVEL & GOLD and access its first available tracks "Gold," "High Note" feat. Billy Strings, "Same Ol' Me" and now "Cowboy Boots" now.
The 10th album landmark speaks to how time has flown in Bentley's unique, 21st-century career. He landed his first publishing deal in 2001 and released his debut album in 2003, producing an instant No. One single. The years since have revealed a rare consistency that's fueled longevity - eight more albums that reached the top of the Country sales charts, resulting in 21 No. One songs, eight billion streams, three CMA Awards, 14 GRAMMY nominations and membership into the Grand Ole Opry. Trendy sounds have ebbed and flowed around him over these two decades, but fans have relied on Bentley for something more nourishing and individual. He also has created professional endeavors outside of the music with his Flag & Anthem lifestyle collection Desert Son, along with his "Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row" franchise hosting four locations. It was recently announced that Bentley will headline the pre-race concert prior to the Daytona 500 (2/19). For more information visit www.Dierks.com.
