Dierks Bentley has been involved in several notable music events, including a collaborative Nashville concert with Pearl Jam's guitarist to support the wrongfully convicted, a heartfelt ACM Honors performance honoring a late friend and songwriting partner, and reflections on past career decisions, such as passing on a hit that later became a Brad Paisley success. His first No. 1 single was inspired by a childhood romance, and his 2016 album 'Black' topped the Top Country Albums chart. The country community also mourned the passing of a Nashville legend, with Bentley among those paying tribute.