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How does a young viola player become a folk-rock guitarist? Perhaps Leo Kottke is to blame. At least in Willy Porter's case he is. Upon hearing Kottke's 6 & 12 String Guitar, everything changed for a young Porter. He put down his bow and grabbed a pick. The rest is history and still in the making. Hailing from Wisconsin, the multiple WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) award-winner honed his… Read more in Amazon's Willy Porter Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (August 24, 1999)
  • Original Release Date: August 24, 1999
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Six Degrees
  • ASIN: B00000JZ2R
  • Also Available in: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #119,858 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Voted musician of the year in his native Wisconsin, Willy Porter combines stellar guitar skills with a gruff sincerity to create convincing songs about love, loss, and mystery. Not easy to pigeonhole, Porter has the talent that fits Six Degrees Records' stated goal of "breaking down the walls between the genres, creating unique, accessible recordings that combine elements from many worlds." Elements in Porter's songs range from earthy, heartfelt pop to mild funk imbued with a twinge of country. His primary appeal is his voice, which has a little Darius Rucker, a little Tracy Chapman, and a lot of earnest conviction. On Falling Forward's only instrumental cut, "Road Bone," his 12-string workout recalls the work of Leo Kottke and John Fahey. Willy Porter is a musician with a lot going for him. --Wally Shoup

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5.0 out of 5 stars Falling Forward creates a striking balance, December 15, 1999
Falling Forward reaches that perfect balance of production and vitality that creates an accurate and supurb picture of the talent of one (in my opinion) of America's greatest singer/songwriters. Falling Forward is a solid album all the way from the first note of Mystery to the last chord of Somebody Else. It is chocked full of the purely blinding guitar talent that Willy Porter wields so gracefully. This next evolutionary step in Willy's music is just stunning. It has beautifully crafted and thoughtfull lyrics combined with the afore mentioned trademark guitar work. Definately worth haveing. See this artist live if you possibly can! Buy all of his albums! Go out of your way, it will be worth it! http://www.willyporter.com
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5.0 out of 5 stars 3rd Time's a Charm, January 21, 2000
By "dr_angi" (Milwaukee, WI USA) - See all my reviews
An amazing performer, not just a recording artist, Willy Porter's live shows are warm, memorable and always offer something new. The same is true of his albums. Willy's warm soothing voice has a husky quality which sounds richer than ever on this latest release. His band adds a textured accompaniment but still leaves room to showcase Willy's skills on guitar. There are some great tracks here, the first 4 being immediate favorites, but every track on this album offers something to remember. The lyrics are full of lingering images, the guitar-picking on Road Bone dazzling. Lilting rhythms on Sowelu add to its floating feeling carried by the chorus "Fly butterfly...into the sky..." Buy this album now, you'll love it. But see him live, he'll leave you awe-struck.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Like hearing Mozart perform, July 18, 2001
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I have been blessed to see Willy Porter in concert four times in the past few months. He is an incredibly (I use that word literally) great acoustic guitarist, a marvelous singer, and a gifted songwriter. He also has an excellent sense of humor from the stage, and seems to be (from a few conversations I've had with him) to be a really nice, self-deprecating guy. He is definitely the most talented young musician I have heard/seen in my nearly half century of living. This album highlights his singing and songwriting. Backed by a band, his tremendous guitar work is somewhat stifled on many of the songs. Nevertheless, it is an album that I play several times a week because of its sheer beauty. After the last concert at which I saw him, my friends and I decided that this must be what it felt like watching Mozart perform. I encourage you not only to listen to this CD, but also to see Willy live whenever you can. His talent is essentially unlimited, as Jeff Beck, Paul Simon, Sting, and Jethro Tull all have recognized by inviting him to open for them on tour.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I listen to this Willie Porter CD and I am transported
I have never written a music review, but this music by Willie Porter transports me (can I say this?) to a heavenly place. I feel stoned without smoking anything. Read more
Published on May 18, 2007 by kim

4.0 out of 5 stars Willy's evolution continues into songs for films
Willy Porter's 3rd studio album, "Falling Forward," shows that his sound continues to evolve. His 1st album, "The Trees Have Soul," is a fingerstylist's wet dream, but the... Read more
Published on September 29, 2004 by P. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING, AMAZING FIVE STAR ARTIST
How this genius of a musician has remained, as another reviewer describes ~ "the greatest musician you have never heard of" ~ has to be one of the music industry's... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Hits the target while defying categories
Willy Porter is one of the best relatively unknown musicians working today. The songs on this recording range from mellow acoustic numbers to more electrified numbers with a... Read more
Published on February 23, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Great purchase for any music lover
Willy Porter is a great singer/songwriter. He should have become a star in today's culture not soon enough. He deserves all the praises he receives. Read more
Published on January 10, 2004 by daenger8114

4.0 out of 5 stars Seeing Willy Perform Live
Paper Airplane has to be one of his greatest! I had the incredible opportunity to see him perform as a soloist in an intimate setting in Wausau, WI along with approximately 30... Read more
Published on July 22, 2003 by H. Wietecha

5.0 out of 5 stars The best artist you've never heard of.
Willy Porter is a virtual God among musicians; he gets accolades from all types of people in and out of the industry. Read more
Published on December 11, 2002 by Andy Williamson

5.0 out of 5 stars good, great, FANTASTIC
I cannot say enough good things about this CD or Willy Porter. He's amazing. All of the tracks are good, Paper Airplane is my favorite. Read more
Published on July 11, 2002 by jrsygrrl

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I've been a huge fan of Willy Porter for the past 12 years. I first saw him in "concert" ... . He was promoting his first album--The Trees have soul--and WOW, I was stunned at... Read more
Published on May 10, 2002 by Ian and Kim Schroeder

5.0 out of 5 stars A truly outstanding performance
I actually just ordered this CD and am waiting for it to arrive, but I just saw Willy for the first time live this past weekend. All I can say is....WOW. Read more
Published on April 29, 2002 by Heather Hatcher

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