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Porter – Can’t Keep Still

Having supported the Grammy nominated James Hunter last year, Essex band Porter emerges from the studio with the brand new album: Can’t Keep Still – a collection of tunes that soothes and delights its audience through a mixture of jazz, blues and ska flavours.

The album was recorded at Big Noise Studios and is the culmination of a seven year musical journey that has seen Porter writing, recording and performing with a host of seasoned musicians including drummer Phil Mount (Alex Harvey Band), Ron Rogers (T’Pau) and Al Vosper (Beverly Knight, Chris De Burgh).

This sampler CD featuring key cuts from the album kicks off with the track River, whose “Brubeck style” horns and upbeat rhythm section underpin Porter’s late 50s influenced crooning vocal style. Next up is Bridge Too Far with its bouncing ska beat, rich horns and infectious piano vamp.

Hanging On is the one that gets the audience every time it’s performed live. Alongside Porter’s heartfelt vocal performance, the track features a seductive sax solo by band member Clive Dimmock.

Then comes Ten Days – an infectious swing beat drives this song about missing loved ones, with a vocal performance whose lower register is reminiscent of classic Richard Hawley.

Closing track is Emily with its lilting beat and gentle pizzicato strings that subtly compliment Porter’s vocal performance about a tale of lost love.

With an ever growing following that includes fans from America, Spain and the UK, Porter have a busy schedule ahead of them with a string of live dates at which they’ll be performing tracks from the album.

Please visit their website for all gig listings.

Relevant Links:
www.garyportermusic.com

Porter – The High Barn (Great Bardfield, Essex)