Y’all, Dierks Bentley just proved he’s still got a whole lotta leavin’ left to do — and a whole lotta crowd-pleasing, too.
The Broken Branches Tour officially launched this weekend with three sold-out, boots-off-the-ground shows in Austin, Dallas, and Tulsa, and if these first stops are any sign, this 30-city run is going to be one for the record books.
From day-one chart-toppers like “What Was I Thinkin’” to fresh cuts from his upcoming album Broken Branches (out June 13), Dierks delivered a high-octane show laced with grit, heart, and a whole lot of surprise collaborations.
Setlist Packed With Firepower
Fans got everything they came for — and then some. The crowd roared along to Bentley classics like “I Hold On,” “Drunk On A Plane,” and “Free and Easy” (which got mashed up with Alabama’s “Mountain Music” for a full-on country jam sesh).
He also dug deep into his roots with covers of bluegrass and country icons, including Jimmy Martin’s “Freeborn Man” and Garth’s “Callin’ Baton Rouge” — with Zach Top tagging in on vocals for “Lot of Leavin’ Left to Do.”
And speaking of surprises, Friday night’s crowd in Austin got a bonus: Jessi Alexander and Jon Randall joining Dierks for a one-night-only performance of “Bad Angel.” Goosebumps.
Broken Branches, Full Circle
Songs from Broken Branches like “She Hates Me” and “Well Well Whiskey” hit just as hard live as they do in the studio. This upcoming album might be Bentley’s most grounded work yet — all about outliers, underdogs, and finding beauty in the rough edges. Expect guest spots on the record from Miranda Lambert, Riley Green, and John Anderson, among others.
Fans can pre-order the album now and get ahead of what’s sure to be a summer staple.
“After 20 years on country’s family tree, Dierks is still that proud broken branch — out here shaking things up and keeping it real.”
The Tour Continues
Bentley rolls on through August, hitting amphitheaters and iconic venues like Madison Square Garden with tour openers Zach Top and The Band Loula. Trust us — you don’t want to miss this one. It’s got all the swagger of a seasoned pro, with just enough wild-card moments to keep you on your toes.
And yes, the ROW 94 Truth Booth is coming with him, giving fans a fun interactive way to spill “two truths and a rye” at each stop.
Ready to experience the Broken Branches Tour for yourself? Grab your tickets now at Dierks.com and catch him live before this tree stops shaking.
