Search - Kalan Porter :: 219 Days

Amazing voice

CloudRyder9 | Cupertino, CA, USA | 12/02/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I heard one of the tracks on my Pandora station and was blown away by his voice. I purchased that one track based on the voice alone. I was shocked to realize he was 19 years old, and the winner of the Canadian Idol contests...lol (I'm laughing because normally anything "Idol" automatically repels me). I have not heard all his songs, nor do I feel compelled to buy this CD because (no offense to all the Idol fans) the first CDs produced as byproducts of Idol shows are always over produced and too "fan friendly" for my taste. Understandably, they are trying to cater to the show's fans, whose ages range from preschoolers to grandmas. However I feel compelled to write a review on the sole basis there seems to be lacking an "objective" review in general. I do not follow the Idol shows, American or Canadian. But Kalan's voice is undeniably a gem...I can hardly believe there is all that lung power in that elfin body of his. Given his musical background, I will definitely keep tabs on this kid and wait to see how he applies his own personal tastes in music to his sophmore release. If anything, buy the CD on the strength of his voice alone."

219 Days of Hard Work

Trevor Gendre | Wpg, MB | 06/13/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I found this C.D. to be extemely well done. Kalan Porter had very little time to make this C.D. and yet he did a excellent job on it. Kalan is a very strong singer, (as you can hear when listening to this C.D.) Kalan's win on Canadian Idol was well deserved. I think that Kalan Porter is a excellent role model for the young generation that wants to pursue a goal. Kalan Porter shows the young singers today that anything is possible when you put your hardest effort out. I am looking forward to Kalan's next C.D. GO KALAN!!!"

This young man has a bright future

Ashwyn | Qld Australia | 05/02/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I'm new to Kalan Porter, but a friend has given me his album. What a beautiful musical talent this young man has. His voice has a deeper register than I expected, while his phrasing and use of the rhythm of the subject music further shows his musicality. I love the ballads, while the "out there" tracks are probably more for those who love the man himself. It's obvious Kalan is a very perceptive performer and, as he matures, will grow further into his own inimitable style. His career should be watched with great interest."