The Mountain
Dierks Bentley · 2018
47 min · 13 tracks · country music
A vibrant blend of contemporary country sounds infused with heartfelt storytelling and anthemic choruses that celebrate life’s highs and lows.
Top tracks — play these first
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Burning Man Start here — This track features a standout collaboration with Brothers Osborne, blending their harmonies with Bentley's narrative prowess to convey themes of resilience and self-discovery.
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Woman, Amen — Celebrated for its heartfelt tribute to women, this song combines gratitude with a catchy melody, resonating widely among listeners and showcasing Bentley's emotional range.
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Goodbye in Telluride — A poignant reflection on love and loss set against a beautiful backdrop, this track highlights Bentley's storytelling ability while evoking strong imagery and emotion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends contemporary country with introspective storytelling, though it follows familiar patterns within the genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and anthemic choruses, while the subsequent tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered harmonies and instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that supports the lyrical content.
- 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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6/10
- 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 uplifting flow
- heartfelt storytelling for reflection
- vibrant melodies for road trips
- sing-along moments with friends
- emotional connection in every song
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Bentley's growth with introspective lyrics and innovative production.
- Themes
- Telluride sunsets· resilience in love· celebration of womanhood
- Career context
- Released in 2018, The Mountain marked Dierks Bentley's ninth studio album, following the commercially successful Black from 2016. At this point in his career, Bentley was solidifying his status as a leading figure in modern country music, embracing a sound that melded traditional elements with a fresh, contemporary approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Paisley· Kenny Chesney· Jake Owen
Tracklist
- 1 Burning Man Start here 3:59
- 2 The Mountain 4:45
- 3 Living 3:42
- 4 Woman, Amen 3:00
- 5 You Can’t Bring Me Down 4:46
- 6 Nothing On but the Stars 3:47
- 7 Goodbye in Telluride 3:09
- 8 My Religion 3:05
- 9 One Way 3:38
- 10 Son of the Sun 3:10
- 11 Stranger to Myself 3:25
- 12 Travelin’ Light 3:15
- 13 How I’m Going Out 3:38
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
Shares a vibrant sound palette and lyrical celebration of love and life's moments.
Traveller
Chris Stapleton
Combines heartfelt storytelling with anthemic melodies reflecting resilience and personal reflection.
The Weight of These Wings
Miranda Lambert
Explores themes of love and strength with rich narratives and contemporary country production.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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