King of the Road: A Tribute to Roger Miller is a 2018 double‑album tribute compilation honoring American singer‑songwriter Roger Miller. It was released on August 31, 2018, by BMG as a two‑disc CD set and in digital formats. The project features 37 tracks performed by a wide range of prominent country, Americana, bluegrass, and pop artists.
Background and production The tribute album was conceived to celebrate Roger Miller's songwriting legacy and to introduce his catalog to new audiences. Rolling Stone reported that the project was assembled with the participation of Miller's family and included both newly recorded tracks and archival banter segments from Miller himself.
Cowboys & Indians described the album as a broad survey of Miller's work, highlighting both humorous and introspective songs.
Critical reception The album received generally positive reviews.
NPR praised the compilation for its “first‑rate performances,” noting that the artists approached Miller's material with “warmth, humor, and emotional clarity.” American Songwriter called the project a “wide‑ranging and affectionate tribute” that underscored Miller's versatility. The Santa Fe New Mexican described the album as a “comprehensive and spirited salute” to Miller's catalog. Country Standard Time wrote that the album “overwhelms the listener with Miller’s obvious skills,” praising both the performances and the song selection.
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