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~ Kalan Porter (Artist)
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1. Praeludium and Allegro
2. She's So Dangerous
3. I Don't Wanna Miss You
4. Single
5. In Spite of it All
6. Awake in a Dream
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8. After All
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14. True Colours (w/ special guest)

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Kalan Porter unequivocally has ‘it’ – a combination of compelling voice, charismatic looks and star quality that had much of Canada in his corner when it came to final rounds of Canadian Idol 2. Porter also added two qualities unique to the game; humility for one (his shyness proved near painful, making his transition to charisma king even more dramatic). Secondly, Porter studied as a classical musician, both in voice and as a violin and viola student at the Royal Conservatory of Music. In fact, the opening 44 second violin solo, "Praeludium and Allegro" shows Porter’s diversity and talents straight out of the gate.

On Canadian Idol 2, Porter’s voting audience seemingly consisted of teenage girls determined to vote their boy to number one. As a result, the material chosen for his debut disc, 219 Days, is considerably different from the music that Kalan admits to being inspired by (everything from Radiohead to Christian rock). Much of the first half is pure-pop radio cuts like "She’s So Dangerous" and "I Don’t Wanna Miss You", while the second half is where it loosens up a little, drifting more into the rock-inspired vein. One of Canada’s original musical idols, Randy Bachman, participates on this disc both as a guitar player and also co-author of two tracks, the Shania-styled "In Spite of it All", as well as the eighties-influenced sounds of "And We Drive".

The emphasis on contemporary pop will likely make Porter’s teen fans happy. His future, however, is rooted in his love of timeless melodies. In fact, the disc’s highlight is the cover of Cyndi Lauper’s "True Colours" with fellow Idol alumni Theresa Sokyrka, a reminder that Porter’s voice makes a great song even greater--which will serve him well as he grows into a Canadian adult, rather than just an Idol. --Denise Sheppard



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Kalan Porter triumphed over 8,977 other competitors to become Canada's newest CANADIAN IDOL. The 19-year-old Medicine Hat, Alberta native received the majority of the record 3.6 million votes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous face, gorgeous voice, what more could one want?, Jun 11 2007
By Michelle A. Brooks (Las Vegas, NV USA) - See all my reviews
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I love Kalan's debut album. It's a nice change from a lot of manufactured sounding music out there nowadays. I've owned this album since it came out and I listen to it on a regular basis.

The violin work is just exquisite. That along with Kalan's voice makes this CD something special. Favorite tracks are "She's So Dangerous" and "Single." It's hard to pick favorites since all the songs are great.

Kalan's new song "Down in Heaven" from his upcoming album takes him to new heights. (Ha ha). Check it out, if you haven't already. The only thing left to do is to get Kalan released here in the USA!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Intro Alone is GREAT!, April 19 2006
By Mary (Toronto) - See all my reviews
The superb violin intro alone is worth every penny! How long ago did we hear that on a CD? Or have we? And to incorporate the violin in non-classical songs is very refreshing! Kalan's exemplary musical talent is much-awaited in the industry. I look forward to more of his work!
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4.0 out of 5 stars The voice alone makes it worthwhile, April 13 2006
Kalan Porter is one of the most exciting new stars to come along in Canada in a long time. He has a marvellous voice, and a terrific ability to emotionally connect with the song he is singing. This cd, although quickly done, is great to listen to and is a precursor of great things to come on his second cd, due this summer.

And just as an aside, how can "customer" declare the cd is terrible and a waste of time when they haven't heard it yet???? Kalan's Awake in a Dream (included on this album) is the best selling single by a Canadian artist of all time. Obviously a lot of people listened, and loved it, me included.

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1.0 out of 5 stars this cd is a waste of my time
i haven't heard this CD yet, but I could tell that this is one of the most terrible album of this year. i will not waste my precious time becuase of listening to this CD. Read more
Published on April 7 2006

3.0 out of 5 stars ok
Not what I'd expected. It's just "alright".

Kalan has a great voice, it's just to bad we can't hear it over the drums. Read more

Published on Jan 17 2006 by Dolly

5.0 out of 5 stars this cd in the best ever!!
kalan porter is my hero and idol and i love this cd so so much. i listen to it every day. it has a mix of pretty ballads to edgy rock tunes, and pop rock songs. Read more
Published on Sep 3 2005 by brittany

4.0 out of 5 stars Ultimatly, It's Still An "Idol" Debut
I never payed much attention to this kid back in his singing karaoke on CTV days. I just thought he was cute. Read more
Published on Jun 26 2005 by innocent_sheep

5.0 out of 5 stars 219 Days of Hard Work
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. Read more
Published on Jun 13 2005 by Trevor Gendre

4.0 out of 5 stars Enough to make you stick around for the second CD
It's not really fair to draw direct comparisons between this CD and Theresa's, or for that matter any independent new artist's. Read more
Published on May 26 2005

3.0 out of 5 stars Kalan fizzles instead of sizzles
Maybe because I am not a teenage girl (I am a male in his late 30's) I found this CD very disappointing. Read more
Published on May 20 2005

4.0 out of 5 stars He's On His Way
I'm new to Kalan Porter, but a friend has given me his album. What a beautiful musical talent this young man has. Read more
Published on May 1 2005 by Ashwyn

5.0 out of 5 stars KALAN'S CD ROCKS!!!!
I THINK KALAN'S CD, 219 DAYS, IS AWESOME!!! I LOVE HIS VOICE BECAUSE IT'S LIKE NO OTHER. THIS CD IS THE BEST I'VE EVER HEARD. Read more
Published on Mar 5 2005 by kalan_79

5.0 out of 5 stars 219 has rocked my world!!!
this is the best c.d ever kalan did a great job especially the time limit he had to do this album kalan should get all the credit he can have am so proud to have him as my... Read more
Published on Feb 11 2005 by lihsfdsdhg

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