• Record Label: ATO
  • Release Date: May 12, 2015
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. May 13, 2015
    83
    Although The Traveler is a Miller solo vehicle, the chemistry he has with Black Prairie is what makes the album such a rousing success.
  2. Jul 6, 2015
    80
    Miller has turned in one of his most satisfying solo efforts to date.
  3. May 13, 2015
    80
    Funny, poignant, melodic, and warm, Miller shows that his travels have served him well as a songwriter.
  4. 80
    This rollicking outing confirms that his output and talents are just hitting their peak, with hopefully more to come.
  5. Uncut
    Jun 26, 2015
    70
    Rich with amped-up fiddles, mandolins, accordions and harmonies, it's vibrant, hook-laden and addictive. [Aug 2015, p.77]
  6. Magnet
    Jun 8, 2015
    70
    Miller is a clever, concrete writer, and The Traveler is full of melodies that lock into place with a sense of inevitability. [No. 121, p.58]
  7. May 15, 2015
    70
    There’s more breadth than linearity in the album, and if there’s a lack of destination--which requires saying a reason to live isn’t a worthy destination itself--there is still a complexity of expanse, with the scope of experience being quite wide.
  8. May 13, 2015
    70
    Most of the songs on The Traveler pass muster, and a few are excellent, but it's Miller's interaction with Black Prairie that really makes the album work.

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