Storyteller
by Carrie Underwood
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Oct 23, 2015
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6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 167 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 106 out of 167
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 167
  3. Negative: 58 out of 167
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  1. JasonAlan304
    Oct 23, 2015
    2
    “Storyteller” is lackluster and a little too forgettable with no stand out hit songs on this album. Storyteller is Underwood’s fifth studio album and her lead single “Smoke Break,” is her worst selling lead single to date with just over 200K sold. That is dismal when you consider Carrie use to easily get 1 and sometimes 2 million sold from her songs.
  2. lilangel
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Wow, this is Carrie at her finest! Her best album to date. She teamed up with two new producers and it paid of! So many good and strong songs. Beautiful written. So co-writing half of the album consider it a job well done!
  3. KrayGirll
    Dec 18, 2015
    1
    I've listened several times trying to like this album. I don't. I really love Carrie's voice and have purchased several of her songs. However, I won't from this one. They don't appeal to me at all. I wish she would use other types of songs and other song writers.
  4. honeybubble
    Nov 8, 2018
    0
    This isn’t even music. It’s an over produced slug fest of the most cliche sickening elements of country music. No wonder her sales get worse and worse.
  5. Luci899
    Nov 8, 2018
    0
    Another terrible album by Carrie. She is one of the worst songwriters. She should stick to singing. She can’t write and she really can’t act. Embarrassment to country music.
  6. Waylon
    Nov 8, 2018
    0
    Yawn. Does she ever sing with real emotion? No. She’s a faux artist. There are no good songs on this dreadful album.
  7. Scraper
    Oct 26, 2015
    3
    Some people don't need anything but to wiggle their butt and occasionally feel sad when it comes to music (see Entertainment Weekly review) and thats ok. I get that. We all like music, movies, etc that is the equivalent of junkfood. Where it ends is where the talk about being authentic begins. You won't find authenticity here. This is a karaoke contest winner who has music execs, who wroteSome people don't need anything but to wiggle their butt and occasionally feel sad when it comes to music (see Entertainment Weekly review) and thats ok. I get that. We all like music, movies, etc that is the equivalent of junkfood. Where it ends is where the talk about being authentic begins. You won't find authenticity here. This is a karaoke contest winner who has music execs, who wrote the book on country songs for your untalented star, create the shells for her, then simply filled in with vapid, corny lyrics. She has vocal range, sure, but about as much as less attractive, actual songwriters with real perspective that don't have a river of corporate money drowning the competition. So, by all means, dance around the room, belt it out in the shower, but folks, it's not real country. It's a safe, irrelevant copy of hundreds of pop stars that came before who now have tracks on the "Oh man, what a jerky decade" compilation CD.… Expand
  8. CaioLima
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Carrie gave us her best album to date. The stories on this album are full of emotions. Besides, her voice have never been used better and the production never fails.
  9. sincerelyjenny
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Don't listen to those negative reviews. It's all probably just one person trying to hate on Carrie. That person obviously has too much time on his/her hands. Anyway, this album blew me away. I felt on top of this world listening to this album and I love every single song. Her lyrics and vocals have improved tremendously. This is Carrie's best album of her career so far!
  10. amiroamor
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Storyteller is Underwood's greatest piece to date, hands down. Starts off strong with Renegade Runaway and finishes perfectly with her most personal track of her career with What I Never Knew I Always Wanted. This album left me wanting more - AMAZING.
  11. northtexas45
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    I've watched Carrie mature from the awkward "farmbot" at her AI audition to the polished performer she is today and Story Teller is the culmination of everything she has thus far achieved in her ten year career. Excellent album...5 stars.
  12. tld68
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    A must buy! Great to have Carrie back. This is her best album to date. Vocals once again spot on. She has ventured out of her comfort zone and it has paid off. This album will bring at least 5 #1 singles.
  13. Yehchern
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Storyteller is definitely carrie's best album released to date. The melody, lyrics, phrasing, vocal and style is a complete perfect combo and you won't regret listening to it! With 13 chapters of story inside, you can get anything you want from uptempo country rock to sassy with attitude or soft and tender love song! God bless and thank you carrie!
  14. celso13
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    The best album Carrie released. Choctaw County Affair is so different that it should be a single even though it is a bold move. Heartbeat (wz Sam Hunt), What I Never Knew I Always Wanted, The Girl You Think I Am, Like I'll Never Love You Again are beautiful love songs. Renegade Runaway, Dirty Laundry, Mexico, Church Bells are great and will be even better live. Clocks Don't Stop might workThe best album Carrie released. Choctaw County Affair is so different that it should be a single even though it is a bold move. Heartbeat (wz Sam Hunt), What I Never Knew I Always Wanted, The Girl You Think I Am, Like I'll Never Love You Again are beautiful love songs. Renegade Runaway, Dirty Laundry, Mexico, Church Bells are great and will be even better live. Clocks Don't Stop might work more for pop radio. Don't judge the quality of an album because of sales. This is Carrie doing her best album yet and it stands as one of the best albums of the year.… Expand
  15. neilthewanderer
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This is Carrie's best album to date. the songs are cohesive and the experimentation on the production, content and the musical progression are just awesome. There are no filler songs too since every song can stand on its own, as reflected by the fact that people have different favorites. I love Choctaw Country Affair, Relapse, Heartbeat, Smoke Break, Church Bells, Chaser.... I love all the songs.
  16. hockey2k5
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    This album is such a different approach for Carrie...and that's a GOOD thing. Every song is at the minimum very good, and the production is flawless on each. It'll be difficult to pick the best radio singles because there are at least 7 songs that I can see doing well on radio. Great effort from Carrie, and it was worth the 3.5 year wait.
  17. carriedaway
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This album is revolutionary not only for Carrie Underwood, but country music in general. This album marks a pivotal point in Mrs. Underwood's career, as her sound takes on a new, exciting direction and her lyrics evolve and tell the most captivating stories. If you're looking for filler tracks, you won't find them here. This will be a record that will be praised and remembered years from now.
  18. musicality
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Absolutely the best album of Carrie Underwood's career. Everything about it is amazing, she did a remarkable job. Awesome production, great melodies, inspiring and crafty lyrics. A joy to listen to.
  19. theflow
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This album may be TOO good for these times in music. There is not a single song I dislike, and that's saying something because I'm a picky person and I've always had a few songs I dislike on her previous albums. If I could give this more than 10/10 I would. Everything from the production to the lyrics are amazing and game-changing.
  20. BrinkerOnline
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Hands down, Storyteller is Carrie's most diverse and adventurous album yet. With a ten-year career as consistent as Carrie's, it makes sense that her first LP heading in to her second decade as an entertainer would combine all the positive attributes of her previous four records. It's grandiose and dramatic like 2012's Blown Away. It's equal parts anthemic and tender like 2009's Play On.Hands down, Storyteller is Carrie's most diverse and adventurous album yet. With a ten-year career as consistent as Carrie's, it makes sense that her first LP heading in to her second decade as an entertainer would combine all the positive attributes of her previous four records. It's grandiose and dramatic like 2012's Blown Away. It's equal parts anthemic and tender like 2009's Play On. It's contemporary, yet rooted in core country like 2007's Carnival Ride. Finally, it's got massive mass appeal similar to 2005's 8x platinum selling Some Hearts, Carrie's debut.
    Carrie took a chance by collaborating with two new producers on her latest - Zac Crowell of Sam Hunt's Montevallo and Jay Joyce, frequent producer of country heavyweights like Little Big Town and Eric Church. It's clear this gamble has reaped incredible dividends because the new sounds have given Carrie a new lease to explore her musicality even further. Known for being a bad boy-basher, a faith proclaimer, and sometimes a murderer (in her music), Carrie can now add a bad girl-basher (Renegade Runaway), a daddy's girl (The Girl You Think I Am), a fugitive (Mexico, Choctaw County Affair), and best of all, a wife and new mom (What I Never Knew I Always Wanted). These new layers of character will expose Carrie to new fans and provide a wealth of new songwriting and performing abilities in the future.
    Speaking of growth, Carrie's voice ventures to new heights, even if she doesn't belt as much as she used to. The tenderness she emotes, the creative runs she employs, and cries she belts and better than ever, proof that years of experience and a natural born talent are a recipe for success.
    Carrie has kicked off Decade #2 with a bang. A big one.    … Expand
  21. shopkins
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Wow this album is fantastic! This is Carrie best album she has put out by miles. She only gets better each album. There is not one song that I would skip.
  22. bekkyjane
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Exquisitely crafted, brilliantly executed. Calling the production flawless is saying too little. Calling the lyrics elegantly interwoven is saying too little. Calling the vocals unmistakably audacious is saying too little. Calling this album the best work of Carrie's career is not saying enough.
  23. jbenkelman
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    What a dynamic album. There is two parts to this album, with an intermission love song sung right between them. The 1-2-3 punch of the opening three songs is enough to make you yearn for more. Then the second half of the album starts, and you are reminded of what made you stick around for the encore. The songs are so different, yet fit perfectly together under the idea of "Storytelling".What a dynamic album. There is two parts to this album, with an intermission love song sung right between them. The 1-2-3 punch of the opening three songs is enough to make you yearn for more. Then the second half of the album starts, and you are reminded of what made you stick around for the encore. The songs are so different, yet fit perfectly together under the idea of "Storytelling". This is Carrie's best piece of work to date, and will be a fan favorite for years to come.… Expand
  24. Willisben32
    Oct 23, 2015
    2
    This is obviously Carrie's weakest album to date .... Ms. Underwood is still preoccupied with power, not texture or finesse. She largely picks songs that serve as launch platforms for her ballistic-missile screaming sometimes voice, but they don’t cohere into an album.
  25. jasonrickyson
    Oct 23, 2015
    0
    Of all the albums Carrie has made so far. This is her worst album to date. There is not 1 hit song on this album I am sorry to say and I expected. ( I was hoping for much better )
  26. MikeJJones
    Oct 23, 2015
    0
    Storyteller was a waste of my time. I want the old Carrie Underwood back. These new songs were just cookie cutter garbage. Carrie should have taken more time and made a better album.
  27. Debbe
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    This album is Carrie Underwoods best yet. She has grown better each album. Her vocals are outstanding. Looking forward to watching and hearing her in the years to come.
  28. AngeloUnderwood
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This album is hands down her best EVER.

    Every song has its strong individuality. Some songs such as Renegade Runaway, Church Bells, Chaser and Relapse are smashes. Choctaw County Affair is perfect.
    She manages to give them life with her incredible voice.

    So excited for this album!
  29. Sandersdion27
    Oct 23, 2015
    1
    Why does Carrie have to scream every song she sings now? This album lacks a hit country song and sounds more like a Broadway play then a country album.
  30. Lisa34534
    Oct 23, 2015
    1
    This is Carrie worst album ever. She sings with no emotion and the songs themselves are just weak. Carrie played it too safe if you ask me and did not try to evolve her music style.
  31. MotherRussia1
    Oct 23, 2015
    0
    Wow,,,, What can I say? ,,, Carrie now looks like an underachiever with this new album ,,, It was a total fail for me ,,,, Sorry Carrie, But I am use to hearing nice albums from you and this was not one of those albums.
  32. cityslicker
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This is the best album to grace country music in years! Wow! Carrie-- you really surpassed my expectations and blew me away! Brilliant writing, amazing vocals, and every song is a BIG HIT waiting to happen! Congrats! INCREDIBLE ALBUM!
  33. corbae
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    As a long time Carrie fan, this is one of my favorite albums. Two standouts from the album are Church Bells and Dirty Laundry. Church Bells revolves around a Ken-and-Barbie like couple whose secrets are hidden under makeup and dark sunglasses. Dirty Laundry tells of a woman finding her husband's shirt, which reveals that the husband has been cheating on her. While some songs are instantAs a long time Carrie fan, this is one of my favorite albums. Two standouts from the album are Church Bells and Dirty Laundry. Church Bells revolves around a Ken-and-Barbie like couple whose secrets are hidden under makeup and dark sunglasses. Dirty Laundry tells of a woman finding her husband's shirt, which reveals that the husband has been cheating on her. While some songs are instant classics, other take a little to grow accustomed to. For instance, Heartbeat was not one of the standout songs, but it has come around for me. I would say for any Carrie fan or Country fan that this is a really good album and deserves a listen.… Expand
  34. TERPS21
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Storyteller is the finest of Carrie's career, and that is saying a lot. The way she uses her voice to tell the stories is amazing. There are so many #1 singles to come from this album. 'Like I'll Never Love You Again' is one of the best love songs I have ever listened to. This album is worth a listen, but be warned you'll end up listening over and over again. Congrats Carrie on a trulyStoryteller is the finest of Carrie's career, and that is saying a lot. The way she uses her voice to tell the stories is amazing. There are so many #1 singles to come from this album. 'Like I'll Never Love You Again' is one of the best love songs I have ever listened to. This album is worth a listen, but be warned you'll end up listening over and over again. Congrats Carrie on a truly great album.… Expand
  35. Boom_19284
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    As a vocalist, Carrie is certainly one of those rare voices, regardless of genre, that can make the hairs stand up on your arm. This is going to be the best album 2015.
  36. crabbycandace
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    This album is what I never knew I always wanted. I didn't know there was a hole, something missing in my soul, 'til this album filled it up with its love.
  37. RedPhantom
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    it was great and so much higher than i thougt.
    this album more diffrent than her older albums, including more pop and rock in this one and these makes it more special and fun.

    one of the best album that her ever made and one of the best country albums of the year.
  38. musicintheair
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    I couldn't believe my ears. Carrie has come a long way in the last ten years. This album shows much growth from her previous material and this will redefine her entire career. This will keep her relevant for another decade!
  39. amtam
    Oct 29, 2015
    9
    Great stuff, her best album. I initially found smoke break sub par when it first came out, but on hearing it in context of the album it sounds much better. Glad Carrie is upping her game when it comes to songs and not sticking with a particular formula. And her risks have been worth it, its a solid album.
  40. FunwithMusic
    Oct 23, 2015
    0
    I love Carrie's older music but this album was a complete disappointment for me. I wish I could say it was ok but sorry. It was just a very bad album :(
  41. dtl
    Oct 23, 2015
    4
    I have never been able to ignore an album of Carrie's. I used to be a big fan but she's been on a worsening spiral for a long time. She is still immensely talented, but her song selection is poor, and for this album she has largely given up on having a melody. Maybe that is her fault, maybe it is the producers, but either way, it severely hurts the album. If you're cool with the majorityI have never been able to ignore an album of Carrie's. I used to be a big fan but she's been on a worsening spiral for a long time. She is still immensely talented, but her song selection is poor, and for this album she has largely given up on having a melody. Maybe that is her fault, maybe it is the producers, but either way, it severely hurts the album. If you're cool with the majority of each song being noise, you'll like this album just fine. I, however, am not. This is her worst album by far.

    By my count, 5 of the thirteen songs are plain bad, and 4 more are below average. There are no great songs, one very good song, two more good songs, and one more above average. I individually rated each song when I was listening to it, and it came out to 4.38, which I rounded to 4 for this site.

    If you don't know whether you like the style she's going for here, her single "Smoke Break" is actually a very good representation of her album as a whole stylistically. I hated "Smoke Break" and that should have been a clue to me. I believe this album is pure style over substance with a bad style.    … Expand
  42. guits13
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    It's her best album so far, because it admits the concept she follows. Carrie has never made the intimate personal type of singer, but in this work she is really a storyteller, she presents beautiful stories with an impersonal character. Voice is really good as always and her songwriting has grown a bit.
  43. ahmedcash
    Dec 4, 2015
    8
    A solid effort from Carrie Underwood that not only shows the ascending brilliancy of her albums, but also tells how much she developed as a person as well.
  44. wilgnerreis
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso, boas músicas com histórias que dariam belos clipes, vejo tudo o que a própria Carrie disse, cada música se liga historicamente. Perfeito sem duvidas, um dos melhores álbum dela.
  45. rockabella
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    It's probably my favourite Carrie Underwood album as it's very cohesive with a great replay factor. The production is very good. I was sceptical after hearing Smoke Break first but actually it turns out that most tracks on the album are far better than Smoke Break and it doesn't really do the album as lead single justice in my opinion. Church Bells is one of the stand out tracks for me.
  46. AravindShyamLaL
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Storyteller is arguably Underwood's best album to date. It clearly indicates Underwood's improvement as a writer. The albums has more than a dozen single worthy tracks, which is amazing. "Clock Don't Stop","Renegade Runaway","Relapse","Heartbeat","Dirty Laundry" are some standout tracks.
    Storyteller clearly deserves a Best Country Album nod at the 2017 Grammys.
  47. AdamLim233
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    Must-listen:
    Dirty Laundry, Church Bells, Heartbeat, Chaser, Relapse, What I Never Knew I Always Wanted
    If you love rock stuffs, go for Renegade Runaway and Mexico.
    I love this album a lot. No fillers. Play the whole album, everyday!
  48. Charlermphol
    Dec 8, 2015
    10
    Absolutely one of the best album in 2015!! I believe Carrie is one of the best ever in spite of her loyalty to country! She is a great country singer in this world!!
  49. Dallasboi1992
    Jan 16, 2016
    10
    Hands down, Carrie Underwood's best album to date. Hard to pick a favorite from the album since it was so well done. From start to finish, great songs all around. I wouldn't be surprised to see Storyteller snag a few Grammy nominations.
  50. andrefariabr
    May 8, 2016
    10
    Carrie is at her best! I can see a little of rock n roll here and that worked very well. Dirty Laundry, Church Bells and Smoke Break are the best songs!
  51. CriticMLT
    Jul 5, 2016
    7
    I have to admit that i am not a huge fan of country music but when i listened to this album i was really surprised. Carrie is one of the best vocalist in the country industry and she is my favorite country artist that there is right now. This album Is very well produced and she can tell a story with songs that you will fall in love with them. She is a pure country Idol in my opinion andI have to admit that i am not a huge fan of country music but when i listened to this album i was really surprised. Carrie is one of the best vocalist in the country industry and she is my favorite country artist that there is right now. This album Is very well produced and she can tell a story with songs that you will fall in love with them. She is a pure country Idol in my opinion and deserve more success than she have already achieved.
    my score:
    1. Renegade Runaway 8/10
    2. Dirty Laundry 9/10
    3. Church Bells 8/10
    4. Heartbeat 8/10
    5. Smoke Break 7/10
    6. Choctaw County Affair 8/10
    7. Like L'ii Never Love You Again 7/10
    8. Chaser 7/10
    9. Relapse 7/10
    10, Clock Don't Stop 8/10
    11. The Girl You Think I Am 7/10
    12. Mexico 7/10
    13. What i never knew i always wanted 7/10
    overall: 75    … Expand
  52. musiccritique
    Jun 4, 2016
    10
    Carrie Underwood shines with this new rock-infused sound. Moving away from her standard country-pop fare that has helped her stay the reigning Queen of Country, (Blown Away, Before He Cheats, Good Girl), she instead tries her hand at a less polished, glossy sound.

    She mentioned in several interviews that her new sound would be more twangy country but that is not the case.This album sees    Carrie Underwood shines with this new rock-infused sound. Moving away from her standard country-pop fare that has helped her stay the reigning Queen of Country, (Blown Away, Before He Cheats, Good Girl), she instead tries her hand at a less polished, glossy sound.

    She mentioned in several interviews that her new sound would be more twangy country but that is not the case.This album sees the country star takes her now staple (story songs) and infuse them with rock and sometimes R&B elements which makes for a great album.

    The strongest songs on the album are indeed the story songs (Choctaw County Affair, Church Bells) while her ballads showcases her monstrous voice (The Girl You Think I Am, Relapse, Like I'll Never Love You Again). She's at her finest and fiercest when she's belting out rockers like Mexico, Renegade Runaway, and Smoke Break. Although the album is cohesive in regards to sound, it does not appear to match the album's title.

    Whereas Brandy Clark was successful in producing an album that told nothing but stories, Carrie missed her mark with this title. The look, the title, do not convey the overall attitude this album has. This album is a rocker and has lots of attitude and sass. It's a shame that the album cover is misleading. The album could have been entitled Renegade Runaway or The Girl You Think I Am or even more fitting Choctaw County Affair.

    Either way, this Carrie's strongest album to date. Although there is confusion on the actual sound of the album compared to the marketing pieces, it's still a country rocker. Potential singles: Choctaw County Affair, Chaser, Relapse, Dirty Laundry, and Clock Don't Stop.    … Expand
  53. noahmanning14
    Nov 24, 2016
    10
    As always Carrie Underwood does not disappoint. The name of the album is storyteller, and that's just what is does tell a story. On Storyteller Carrie Underwood tells stories of falling in love, heartbreak, and betrayal and she turns them into the amazing songs you hear on Storyteller. I say that there is not one song off this album that is bad, but their are some that stand out from theAs always Carrie Underwood does not disappoint. The name of the album is storyteller, and that's just what is does tell a story. On Storyteller Carrie Underwood tells stories of falling in love, heartbreak, and betrayal and she turns them into the amazing songs you hear on Storyteller. I say that there is not one song off this album that is bad, but their are some that stand out from the rest and they are Renegade Runaway, Heartbeat, Clock Don't Stop, Smoke Break, and Church Bells. So that's why this is one of my favorite country album of all time.… Expand
  54. manningn15
    Oct 8, 2018
    10
    This was Carrie Underwood's best work to date before she released Cry Pretty. Storyteller is my favorite album of 2015 and is one of my favorite albums of all time. She is still my favorite singer, the best country singer, and one of the best singers of all time. I loved ever song that was on the album. My favorite's are What I Never Knew I Always Wanted, Heartbeat, Church Bells, SmokeThis was Carrie Underwood's best work to date before she released Cry Pretty. Storyteller is my favorite album of 2015 and is one of my favorite albums of all time. She is still my favorite singer, the best country singer, and one of the best singers of all time. I loved ever song that was on the album. My favorite's are What I Never Knew I Always Wanted, Heartbeat, Church Bells, Smoke Break, Clock Don't Stop, Renegade Runaway, and Dirty Laundry. The music video for Heartbeat was beautiful and well filmed. The music video for Smoke Break had a great storyline and was very well filmed and directed. Carrie Underwood continues to give out stupendous music and great videos. I also really loved the album cover she looked gorgeous as always and her hair, makeup, and outfit was fantastic and I liked the the kind of old dusty looking background. A+.… Expand
  55. AlexE345
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    The Storyteller is by far Carrie Underwood’s best effort. It is her most country-leaning album, though still showing pop sides to it. The outlaw country type songs “Renegade Runaway” and “Choctaw County Affair” shine, as well as the powerful ballads “Relapse” and “Chaser.” Having the amazing songs “Church Bells”, “Choctaw County Affair”, “Chaser”, and “Relapse” on the same album is a riskyThe Storyteller is by far Carrie Underwood’s best effort. It is her most country-leaning album, though still showing pop sides to it. The outlaw country type songs “Renegade Runaway” and “Choctaw County Affair” shine, as well as the powerful ballads “Relapse” and “Chaser.” Having the amazing songs “Church Bells”, “Choctaw County Affair”, “Chaser”, and “Relapse” on the same album is a risky move, but the way Underwood pulls it off is beyond stardom. She is a living legend, and Storyteller proves that.… Expand

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Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Country Weekly
    Nov 18, 2015
    75
    Carrie’s never been in better voice, but a little more control in the production would have served her well.
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  2. Spin
    Nov 3, 2015
    70
    That’s Storyteller as a whole: expertly arranged, dense without overwhelming the force of its captain.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Oct 23, 2015
    60
    As with much high-gloss, high-compression pop, the heavy-handed production gets fatiguing after a while, even when Underwood transcends it (see the corny yet undeniable letter to Daddy "The Girl You Think I Am").
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