Dierks Bentley: Everything you need to know about the country music star
Get to know the C2C 2025 headliner
Dierks Bentley has been one of the biggest artists in country music for over a decade now. 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 cover of 'American Girl', we've decided to celebrate Dierks' incredible success - and his incredible headline performance at Country To Country Festival 2025 - 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, which makes him 50-years-old.
What is Dierks' real name?
Dierks is actually the singer's middle name (and great-grandmother's surname). His full name is Frederick Dierks Bentley.
How many albums has Dierks Bentley released?
Dierks Bentley has released an impressive 11 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’).
Most recently, Dierks released his 11th album 'Broken Branches' in June 2025, featuring single 'She Hates Me'.
Dierks Bentley's latest music
On Valentine's Day 2025, Dierks released his latest single 'She Hates Me', as the lead single to his 11th album 'Broken Branches'. You can watch the video below.
Released in May 2024, Dierks took part in 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 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.
C2C 2025
The 'Different For Girls' singer returned to Country to Country festival in March 2025 for the first time since 2014. The three-day country music event took place in Glasgow, London and Belfast from 14th-16th March and saw Dierks Bentley headline alongside Lainey Wilson and Cody Johnson.
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 at the age of 29-years-old.
Watch Dierks Bentley perform 'Riser' Live From The ACM Awards Performance 2015:
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:
Max Mcnown - December
24-year-old Max Mcnown has risen to fame in the last few years, following the release of his 2023 single 'A Lot More Free'. So much so, he's added additional dates to his December tour, due to unprecedented demand. Max is now set to perform on the 2nd, 3rd, 9th and 10th December, visiting Glasgow, Manchester and London.
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Drew Baldridge - December
Drew Baldridge will be going on tour in December, performing four gigs in the UK, in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London, starting on Friday 5th December.
Drew's song 'She's Somebody's Daughter' helped him make history. This debut song became the first self-released debut song to reach Number 1 in the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart.
Here You Come Again (musical) - 2026
If you can't catch the iconic Dolly Parton live in person - then why not treat yourself to the next best thing? That's right, for the first time ever, all of the legendary country singer's biggest and best hits were experienced in the new 'rollicking and joyous' musical comedy Here You Come Again! After an incredible run in 2024 and 2025 - which saw the show feature hits such as 'Jolene' and 'Islands In The Stream' - the musical is continuing into 2026.
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Nashville in Concert - February 2026
The stars of Nashville will be returning to the UK for a 2026 tour - two years after they were last on tour! Starting in Newcastle on 6th February, and travelling through Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, London, Cardiff and finally Bournemouth on 15th. 'The Encore Tour' will see stars Clare Bowen, Charles Esten, Jonathan Jackson and Sam Palladio, performing songs from the hit TV show, along with some of their own original material.
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Tyler Childers - March 2026
Tyler Childers, the singer behind the new album 'Snipe Hunter', has announced that he will be coming to the UK, as part of his 'On the Road Tour'. The newly announced shows will bring the acclaimed singer-songwriter to some huge venues, including Glasgow's OVO Hydro and Manchester's AO Arena in March 2026.
Kezia Gill - February 2026
Kezia Gill is set to head on her 'All On Red Tour' in February 2026, kicking off in Leeds on Tuesday 17th. She'll be joined by special guest Alyssa Bonagura as she visits Glasgow, Newcastle, Nottingham, Manchester, Norwich, London, Exeter and Portsmouth. She'll then conclude the tour in Bristol on Sunday 1st March.
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Jordan Davis - February/March 2026
In August 2025, Jordan announced he would be coming to the UK as part of his 'Ain't Enough Road Tour'. He will be performing across Europe, including Manchester, London, Glasgow and Birmingham.
C2C Country To Country - March 2026
Following another hugely successful year in 2025, C2C Country To Country will return in 2026, over the weekend of 13th-15th March, with headliners Zach Top, Keith Urban and Brooks & Dunn. Also performing will be Scotty McCreery, Russell Dickerson, Drake Milligan and more.
C2C will take place at London The O2, Glasgow OVO Hydro and Belfast SSE Arena.
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Tucker Wetmore - April 2026
Tucker Wetmore will be gracing the UK with FOUR tour dates in April 2026, performing in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London. The singer, best known for 'Wine Into Whiskey', 'Wind Up Missin' You' and '3, 2, 1', released his debut album 'What Not To' in April 2025 - which peaked at Number 4 on the US Country charts. He also performed at the incredible Country 2 Country Festival in March 2025, sharing the bill with the likes of Lainey Wilson, Dierks Bentley and Cody Johnson.
Highways Festival - May 2026
Highways Festival will return to the Royal Albert Hall in May 2026, with a huge line-up on the bill. Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce and Emmylou Harris will headline, joined by Corey Kent, Kaitlin Butts and more from 15th-17th May.
Buy tickets here from 28th November
Garth Brooks 2026 - June 2026
Performing in the UK for the first time in three decades, country star Garth Brooks will headline BST Hyde Park in the summer. Known for putting on huge productions, Garth will take to the iconic stage on 27th June 2026, supported by soulful country singer Ashley McBryde and Zac Brown Band.
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Zach Bryan - June 2026
Zach Bryan will bring 'With Heaven On Tour' on to UK for four dates next summer. From Friday 12th June, he'll begin the UK leg in Liverpool, before heading through Edinburgh and London, concluding on Wednesday 17th June. He'll be supported by Dijon and Fey Fili.
Buy tickets here from 5th December
StateFayre - June 2026
A brand new festival celebrating Americana, rock and barbecue will come to Chelmsford in the summer. Headlined by Kings of Leon, Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts and The Lumineers, the festival will also feature Max McNown, The Black Crowes, Kingfishr, Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton, Counting Crows, Amble, Dylan Gossett, Sierra Ferrell and more.
Buy tickets here from 28th November
Luke Combs - July/August 2026
Luke Combs will bring his 'My Kinda Saturday Night Tour' to the UK in the summer of 2026, visiting London and Edinburgh for a total of five dates between 24th July and 2nd August. He'll be joined by special guests Thomas Rhett, Ty Myers and The Castellows in Wembley, and The Teskey Brothers, Ty Myers and The Castellows in Edinburgh.
The Long Road Festival 2026 - August
August Bank Holiday 2026 will see the return of the three-day The Long Road Festival - celebrating the music, lifestyle and influences of Country! From Friday 28th - Sunday 30th August 2026, the festival returns to Stanford Hall estate in Leicestershire with a range of incredible artists across the five stages. The first headliner has been announced as Bailey Zimmerman, who will be taking to the stage on the Saturday night.
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Brothers Osborne - December 2026
Brothers Osborne will support The Darkness on their December 2026 UK tour, visiting seven arenas. From Tuesday 8th, they'll head to Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Brighton and London, concluding on 16th.
Buy tickets here from 28th November
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