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Up On The Ridge [+Digital Booklet]

Dierks BentleyMP3 Music
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  • This version contains: 12 songs and 1 digital booklet
  • Original Release Date: June 8, 2010
  • Format - Music: MP3, Digital Booklet PDF
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Play   9. Pride (In The Name Of Love) (With The Punch Brothers Featuring Del McCoury) 4:09 $1.29  Buy MP3 
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36 of 40 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars About damn time... June 11, 2010
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I eagerly bought and listened to Dierks Bentley's first three albums. They were different than everything else on the radio; true, he was pretty much following the formula set down by Waylon Jennings (and even lifted a few of Waylon's rhythms), but it was still a nice change from the regular mainstream pace. And then Bentley kind of petered out; MODERN DAY DRIFTER and LONG TRIP ALONE just weren't as good as his debut, even if they featured a handful of amazing songs.

That's why I didn't really pay attention when Bentley released a new album (I completely ignored his last couple). Yet, when I began listening to the tracks and discovered that it was a bluegrass album, I bought it. I'm all for mainstream singers cutting loose Nashville's chains and doing what they want (I'm waiting for the day Toby Keith decides to give radio the finger...still waiting...I should probably give up...). UP ON THE RIDGE is, at its heart, a bluegrass concept album, filled with minor-key songs about love and life. Some have decidedly upbeat lyrics ("Fiddlin' Around"), and some use up-tempo melodies to convey not-so-happy lyrics ("You're Dead to Me" and "Bad Angel"). Yet this is not a feel-good album; it's an album by a man not quite happy with his musical surroundings (Bentley hasn't had a genuine hit in a few years, I don't think), who has decided to play outside radio. RIDGE won't have much radio success; in this day and age of hick anthems, blindly patriotic lyrics, and bubblegum pop sensibilities, country music has turned its bearded cheek to bluegrass. So be it; quite a few of us don't even bother turning the radio on anymore (God bless satellite radio, though).

Bentley is joined by a few compatriots, notably from outside mainstream country: Del McCoury, Chris Thile, the Punch Brothers, Jamey Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Kris Kristofferson, Vince Gill, and producer/songwriter Jon Randall. Some of the material here is top notch: Bentley shines on Kristofferson's darkly humorous "From the Battle to the Bottom," even if he doesn't capture the original's whimsy (and Kristofferson, unfortunately, is not in top form voice-wise, though he's still a welcome addition); "Down in the Mine" is a hauntingly beautiful tune; "Bad Angel" features engaging performances by Lambert and Johnson, two of the few reasons to actually listen to contemporary country music. Some other songs are solid, if not among Bentley's best, and while Bob Dylan's "Senor" is a wonderful skeptic's tune, it doesn't quite fit Bentley or the album (it's more Chris Thile's territory, which is probably why he sings on it).

Overall, UP ON THE RIDGE is a solid album from a man who's finally doing what he wants (again; I still say his debut album was a fine example of classic-style country music). It won't sell as well as his previous records, and it won't overwhelm radio with any hits, and casual fans who expect the usual mainstream affair will be turned off. But those of us who appreciate high-caliber music with genuine soul, music that comes from an old, deep place that is never mined out, will rejoice at the album. It's not a classic, and it has its weak spots, but it's still a fine return to form for Dierks Bentley, who's still one of the more promising country artists out there.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fresh new / old Country Bluegrass blend July 1, 2010
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This is a great album and the most listen-able work the Punch Brothers have done so far.

Why mention the Punch Brothers?

Well, Dierks Bently is a smart, smooth, singer songwriter who has brains, humor and a balanced taste that shows he appreciates good song writing and fine musicians. He gathered together some great music here.

But in my mind, the most amazing feat he accomplished was to show that the Punch Brothers are at their best when they are eased back in musical music. Too bad they don't find this kind of musical ease on their own. They make one top-notch backup band -- like hiring the Eagles in 1973. How do you pull off that kind of a coup? I guess brilliance recognizes brilliance.

As with the work of those greats, this album is far greater than the sum of its parts.

You will buy no better set of songs for many years.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This is as good as it gets June 8, 2010
Format:Audio CD
Got my hands on a copy of the CD this morning.

My goodness ... this is good.

Takes a lot of courage to step away from "them that brung ya" to the dance, but by taking a break from his pop-infused country and making friends with some blazing bluegrass, Bentley proves he's more than just a pretty face. He co-wrote 5 of the tunes, including the title cut and my favorite, "Draw Me A Map." He also covers Dyan and Kristofferson, with a little Verlon Thompson thrown in for good measure.

Alison Krauss, Kristofferson, Jamey Johnson and Miranda Lambert also make guest appearances.

This one will be in rotation on my CD and iPod for a long time to come. Look for "Up on the Ridge" to clean up at awards time.

Enjoy!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great CD
Love the Blue grass roots that this CD has! Up on the ridge is one of my favorites along with Fiddleing around
Published 4 months ago by NJKSTL
5.0 out of 5 stars How could this be anything but Great!
If you like Dierks Bentley you will love this CD. The CD arrived in perfect condition, and was just what I wanted. I will enjoy it a lot!
Published 5 months ago by Suzanne Caffery
5.0 out of 5 stars Modern Take On Bluegrass
Dierks Bentley's "Up on the Ridge" is a modern take on bluegrass styling that is both modern and a throwback. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jessica
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome knee slappin' music!
You will not regret purchasing this album, it is filled with great music from the tinacious Dierks! If you like DB's regular country music, you will especially enjoy this and it... Read more
Published 15 months ago by WarVet24
5.0 out of 5 stars They don't play this kinda stuff on the radio!
Love this song. This is real music. They should play this kind of stuff more on the radio. I knew it would be great though cuz Jamey Johnson is in it.
Published 16 months ago by Lovinit
5.0 out of 5 stars Bluegrass Wonderment
Dierks Bentley has proven once again that he can sing bluegrass and do it justice. I appericate this cd for him 'singing outside the box'concept. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Bearfoot boy
5.0 out of 5 stars A side that you don't see much
This album that Dierks bentley wrote was really nice because he went to what he likes and it show in the music as it more personal and he seems to be having fun in the videos of... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jakethesnake
3.0 out of 5 stars My wife likes em
He's OK but I pretty much a fan of JC, Willie, Kris and WJ and the rest of that era. Modern western singers miss the beat, at least for me. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Virgil D. Gosch
5.0 out of 5 stars A great addition to your music collection
I bought the cd simply for the title track but was happily surprised when I realized there isn't a bad or even mediocre song on the album. Read more
Published on March 29, 2011 by racingmom
5.0 out of 5 stars Country Back to it Roots!
Great album! Every song delivers a great mix of traditional bluegrass instruments with a fresh twist of lyrics. Read more
Published on March 27, 2011 by Cowgirl
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