Dierks Bentley releases 4-song ode to summer fun

Thursday July 26, 2012 6:15 AM

CHRIS TALBOTT

The Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A few years ago, Dierks Bentley went hard against country music convention by releasing a rockin' bluegrass-roots album. He decided to break the rules again.

This time around, Bentley is releasing a new four-song EP called "Country & Cold Cans" even while his last album continues to chart hit singles.

He says he cut the short album just to have a little fun with his friends. The EP will be a digital-only release available on iTunes initially.

He's supporting it with a quick three-date tour from Aug. 20-22 at the University of South Carolina, the University of Georgia and the University of Mississippi. Tickets go on sale Friday.

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