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Dierks Bentley · 2012
52 min · 14 tracks · country music
A blend of contemporary country sounds with heartfelt storytelling, evoking nostalgia and a sense of belonging.
Top tracks — play these first
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Home — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of longing for a sense of belonging and pride in one's roots, resonating deeply with audiences.
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Am I the Only One Start here — This upbeat single showcases Bentley's ability to fuse traditional country elements with contemporary sounds, capturing the excitement of love and heartache.
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5-1-5-0 — With its catchy hook and playful lyrics, this track represents Bentley's knack for infusing humor into his music while addressing themes of youthful rebellion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary country elements but lacks standout compositions throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and energetic instrumentation, while the fourth track, 'Home', shifts to a slower, reflective pace.
- Several songs incorporate prominent acoustic guitar riffs and harmonies that emphasize the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- celebration of home and connection
- warm melodies for gatherings
- thoughtful tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of fast-paced excitement
- prefer abstract or experimental sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Dierks Bentley's reputation with chart-topping singles and commercial success.
- Themes
- small-town roots· nostalgic longing
- Career context
- Released on February 7, 2012, 'Home' marked Dierks Bentley's seventh studio album during a period of significant commercial success. Following the critically acclaimed 'Up on the Ridge', Bentley shifted back to mainstream country while retaining his signature storytelling style, solidifying his place in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Paisley· Kenny Chesney· Jake Owen
Tracklist
- 1 Am I the Only One Start here 3:11
- 2 Gonna Die Young 2:55
- 3 Tip It On Back 3:26
- 4 Home 3:58
- 5 Diamonds Make Babies 3:23
- 6 In My Head 3:34
- 7 Breathe You In 3:47
- 8 The Woods 3:15
- 9 When You Gonna Come Around 3:26
- 10 5-1-5-0 3:02
- 11 Heart of a Lonely Girl 3:34
- 12 Thinking of You 7:01
- 13 Cold Cans 3:30
- 14 Line #7 4:18
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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Kacey Musgraves
Explores small-town themes with a blend of nostalgia and contemporary production.
Uncaged
Zac Brown Band
Shares heartfelt storytelling and a warm, inviting sound that evokes belonging.
Traveller
Chris Stapleton
Combines emotional depth and rootsy instrumentation, focusing on personal stories and nostalgia.
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