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Willy Porter
Searching for the shaman that lives inside the guitar has led Willy Porter on a musical and personal odyssey spanning over two decades, 10 albums, and multiple continents.
His journey remains defined by an independent drive to evolve as a musician and human, affording him the freedom to create the next song on his own terms. Equally accomplished
as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Porter's songs weave a universal perspective about the questions, struggles, and triumphs of human existence. His live shows are
guitar-driven eventsequal parts grit, soul, and musclethat are electrifying, dynamic, and wholly original in the way that Porter's voice blends and fuses with his virtuoso fret work.
A largely self-taught musician, Porter began treating audiences to his brand of guitar playing and wry storytelling in the late '80's while living in Madison, Wisconsin. In 1990, he released
his first full-length independent album, The Trees Have Soul, and the touring life has flowed steadily ever since. Porter has literally logged millions of miles across America, Canada,
the UK, and Europe, touring solo, as well as with various incarnations of the Willy Porter Band and in support of artists like Tori Amos, Paul Simon, Jethro Tull, Sting, and Jeff Beck.
In addition to making a life in music, Porter finds ways to make an impact on local and international levels. He is an active supporter of Advocates of Ozaukee, a shelter and treatment facility
for victims of domestic violence and abuse in Mequon, Wisconsin. His annual benefit concerts have raised more than $90,000 for this organization to date. Porter also gives his time and
talents to helping behind the scenes at First Stage, a world-class Milwaukee-based children's theatre company. His recent involvement with Kids4Peace International works to bring kids
from Palestine, Israel, and the Middle East together with American kids to work towards a dialogue of mutual respect, tolerance, and understanding in hopes that the next generation will
have leadership comprised of strong, peaceful voices.
Willy Porter lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with his wife, two children, and their Beagle/ Terrier, Charlie.
Willy Porter has gained international praise as a player, writer, and live performer since his recorded debut in 1990. His road-wisened songcraft, production chops, and musicianship
all come together seamlessly on Human Kindness, Porter's 10th album. He digs in and takes his time building on arrangements with a production approach that serves each song
individually while also unifying them thematically. Through this approach the songs collectively radiate and support the central message that, "human kindness is alive and well."
Porter and Co-Producer Kaylen Prescott employ a rich palette of acoustic and electric tones to produce tunes that live symbiotically on the disc. The result is easily one of Porter's
most cohesive and focused studio recordingsan album of musicianship and substance that moves between shadows and light with ease.
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LocationThe Arcata Playhouse (View)
1251 9th Street
Arcata, CA 95521
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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