On ‘Black”s ‘Can’t Be Replaced’ Bentley explored depth and meaning whilst on ‘How I’m Going Out’ from previous album, ‘The Mountain’ he teased and threatened listeners with his own retirement. Featuring the talents of the mercurial Billy Strings, ‘High Note’ follows similar album closers in terms of reflecting on endings and beginnings. The album closes with a five and a half minute Bluegrass-leaning epic in ‘High Note’. ![]() Thumping drums and electric and steel guitars weave a tale that showcases Bentley’s wry humour to the max whilst ‘Gold’, a funky, lighter, Rock ‘n’ Roll driven handclap song, breaks out in full ‘singalong’ mode on a chorus made for an arena stage as Bentley sings about making the best out of life and finding the silver linings. ‘Beer at My Funeral’ is a song that sits somewhere between ‘Drunk on a Plane’ and ‘Somewhere on a Beach’ in terms of of tone and style. ‘Heartbreak Drinking Tour is a lush, Eagles-esque track about a guy who goes out on the road to get over a girl. After all, he sings, ‘life ain’t going to find us if we keep on standing still.’Īlongside the reflective, impactful songs and the big hits, there are a number of meatier, funkier songs that prevent the album from being too introspective for mainstream tastes. ![]() ‘Walking Each Other Home’ excels and breathes with repeated plays and is an intelligent look at how we are all inter-connected to each other whilst ‘Roll On Buddy’ is full of lilting melodies and delightful guitars and mandolins as Bentley yearns to move, to change and to grow. On ‘Still’, a quiet acoustic-ish song, Bentley sings about ‘roads less travelled’ and feeling at home on ‘some lonely hill.’ It’s a gentle yet impactful song that would be perfect around a campfire or at an intimate performance. Throughout ‘Gravel and Gold’ you’ll find an artist at peace with himself, searching for meaning in life. ‘If all I am is all you need then all I ever want to be is the same ole me,’ Bentley sings. It also would make a great concert opener. Driven by ‘Classic Dierks’ style drums and guitars, the song is a perfect re-introduction to old and new fans alike. Thankfully, the album is all the better for Bentley’s diligence and refusal to not accept anything but excellence.Ī couple of ‘holding’ songs in ‘Gone’ and ‘Beers on Me’ have been released in the last two years but, interestingly, neither song made it onto ‘Gravel and Gold’, despite both of them hitting number 1 on the charts, which tells you how strong this album is.Īlbum opener ‘Same Ole Me’ addresses Bentley’s five year absence in a direct and reassuring way. During that time there have been rumours of Bluegrass projects and scrapped albums so ‘Gravel & Gold’ hasn’t had the easiest origin story. It’s been 5 years since Bentley’s last album ‘The Mountain’. On new album ‘Gravel & Gold’ Bentley really digs into his reflective side: showing us who he is and who he wants to be in full glory, on an album that is emotional, honest, raw and impactful. Songs like ‘I Hold On’, ‘Burning Man’ and ‘Living’ have always sat side by side with his lighter songs like ‘Drunk on a Plane’ and ‘Beers on Me’. Many of Bentley’s best songs have been reflections on growth, on change and on what it means to be human. ![]() He yearns to find ‘something real’ like a deep cut or an old pick up and he prefers the solitude of Colorado to the chaos of Nashville. Different opinions are not welcome.Dierks Bentley is a man out of time and proud of it on his new, 10th album, ‘Gravel and Gold’. Incel Rhetoric: Origins of Digital Misogyny INCEL/MGTOW RHETORIC WILL BE DEALT WITH HARSHLY WITH AN INSTABAN AND NO APPEAL MODS HAVE FULL DISCRETION ON HOW THEY ENFORCE OR IGNORE THEIR OWN RULES Empathy is rewarded, being horrible will get you a one-way trip to Bansville. You might enjoy r/atheism also.ĭon't be a dick. Rants about religion belong in their respective subs r/exmuslim and r/exchristian. No users under age 18, physically, emotionally, or mentally. Uncivil disinformation promulgators shall be banned and muted. This sub stands against misinformation on Reddit. We reserve the right to moderate at our own discretion. We're here to help, but include a link to your post when messaging us.Īll other site-wide rules are strictly enforced ![]() Just don't be a complete dick, vent like an adult. are not permitted and may result in a ban without warning. Do not try to call out specific subs ADMINS, MODS, DOG BREEDS, CAT BREEDS, ANIMALS, companies, or individuals. Also check out r/angry, for when a simple rant's just not enough! Get it off your chest! Do not use this sub as your personal army. Angry? Annoyed? A tad bit peeved? We want to hear it. Proudly part of ProCSS Because the redesign sucks.
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