As the name suggests, Bentley is launching the 2014 Riser Tour in support of his forthcoming studio album, Riser, which is scheduled to be released in North America on February 25th.

Bentley has revealed the initial cities for the tour which is set to launch on May 9th in Charlotte, NC and he plans to stay on the road through the summer and has recruited special guest Chris Young, Chase Rice and Jon Pardi for the trek.

"This tour is the culmination of everything I've been working on for the past two years, both out on the road and in the studio recording RISER," said Bentley in the announcement.

"I know what my fans want: a kick ass show, an affordable ticket and a good parking lot scene to get the pre-gaming going! The guys opening the show and getting the party started all know how to put on a great live show, and when it comes time for my set, I can promise that we are going big! I have never been more excited about a tour."

First Announced Cities on the 2014 Riser Tour First Leg:

Charlotte, NC

Raleigh, NC*

Virginia Beach, VA

Washington, DC

Holmdel, NJ

Bossier City, LA*

Robinsville, MS*

Detroit, MI

Philadelphia, PA

Scranton, PA

Hunter Mountain, NY*

Thornville, OH*

Craven, SK*

Eau Claire, WI*

St. Louis, MO

Morrison, CO

Los Angeles, CA

Phoenix, AZ

San Diego, CA

Mt. View, CA

Las Vegas, NV

Sixes, OR*

Havelock, ON*

Cincinnati, OH

Cleveland, OH

Indianapolis, IN