John R Miller

John R Miller, the Shenandoah Valley's raw diamond, is not just any singer-songwriter-picker; he's an artist who turns existential musings into honkytonk anthems. With the Potomac River's rugged spirit echoing in his vocals, Miller's "Depreciated" is more than just an album - it's a tapestry of life in the haunting towns of West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. While Tyler Childers hails him as a "well-travelled wordsmith," Miller's roots run deep into the rich soil of Martinsburg and Shepherdstown, though his relationship with home remains complex. Navigating the challenges of a non-musical family, a youth tinged with punk music rebellion, and the siren calls of legends like John Prine and J.J. Cale, Miller's journey wasn't without its battles. Battles with depression, addiction, love, and loss. Yet, despite vodka-fueled nights and near brushes with the abyss, music always steered his ship. And "Depreciated" is a testament to the trials and triumphs of a life lived in the embrace of every chord and lyric.