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Credit Where Credit is Due
I've been watching Kalan Porter videos from Canadian Idol over the past week, and I've come to my own conclusion about his talent. If you're over 40, brace yourself.
Kalan Porter's voice is better than Jim Morrison's.
*gasp*
Now, I don't make this claim lightly. I'm a huge Jim Morrison fan, but I have to admit that the range, resonance, and quality of Kalan's voice is better...plus he has that amazing soul. Just wait until he's even older. I hope he can write his own songs.
I also hope he doesn't take on the same kind of lifestyle that Jim Morrison did. I'd much rather see Kalan around doing his thing for a long, long time. The question is...will he ever be bigger than Jim Morrison?
Kalan rocks, for real. Please, please, BMG, don't make him sing kiddy pop.
Postscript:
If you liked this post, you'll probably like this one, too.
UPDATE: Here's a post with pics about Kalan's 219 Days show.
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I am 40 and I totally agree with you.I am a Kalan fan from his first audition. His voice and his ability to pick songs that were songs that I wanted to here is what kept me a fan. I have the same fear as you about the record company turning him into a kiddy/pop singer. He is a true rocker at heart and there haven't been too many of them in the last 10-12 years worth talking about so I hope he stays true to his heart and puts out the music he wants to put out. We could sure use a new Canadian Rock Singer.
Posted by: C. Weaver | Oct 7, 2004 8:42:41 AM
He does write his own music and has been writing for a while. He has mentioned it a couple of times in interviews since he won and I really hope that he is able to include at least one or two of his own songs on his first album. We know and he knows that this first album won't reflect what he wants to do, but is a compromise he has to make for winning Canadian Idol. It's his second album I'm looking forward to!
Posted by: agw | Oct 8, 2004 6:01:48 AM
What we have here is something that is really quite unique. This entire country is literally in love with an entertainer who actually deserves the adulation. The unfortunate part is this kid is so gorgeous looking, many critics will fail to see the talent behind the face. As someone who has been in the music business for 35 years, it’s been my experience that most young people who study voice simply don’t sing popular music well. Kalan Porter does everything correctly. His pitch, timing, phrasing, range, and breath control are all excellent. He actually knows “how to sing” and he does it very well. The major bonus here, is he is also humble and gracious to a fault, and exudes character. The key will be just how well and how wisely he is managed. I intend to watch this young man’s career for a long time. Finally we have a Canadian role model for our youth deserving of the admiration he is receiving. To quote one of the idol judges, “he’s the real deal.”
Posted by: Band Crooner | Oct 8, 2004 9:54:13 AM
I hope we see more of him soon...I'm just itching to give him the Heart of Canada award....
Plus, his cd's already on my xmas list. I'm happy to hear he writes his own stuff, and I totally agree with the statement "he's the real deal."
I'm happy to say I'm Kalanadian.
Bill, I'm honored by your visit to my blog.
Posted by: tz | Oct 8, 2004 10:24:13 AM
i've seen Kalan perform live in a little cafe in Medicine Hat, and he is a true musician with a wonderful voice. no cameras, no editing, just pure talent all around. i'm very excited to hear his first album. Kalan rocks!!!
Posted by: Marika | Oct 8, 2004 10:36:51 AM
Kalan is gonna rock in World Idol 2 this winter!
Posted by: spencer | Oct 10, 2004 8:35:07 PM
Wow...didn't even know there was such a thing. Do tell more....
Posted by: tz | Oct 10, 2004 8:38:44 PM
World Idol is when the idols from nations all over the world gather in one spot and perform to be the best idol in the world. the nations in which the contestants are from get to vote.
last year, London and the BBC held the first World Idol where the New Zealand Idol won. there were 12 idols in this two-show/4 hour contest. Kelly Clarkson was the runner-up and Canada's Ryan Malcolm was 5th.
this year, i heard it's gonna be different where the show will last for many weeks, not days and a few idols will be eliminated each week. it's not announced where World Idol 2 will be.
Posted by: spencer | Oct 10, 2004 9:27:52 PM
Kalan Porter has the most captivating "vibrato" that I have EVER heard. From the very first time I heard him sing, I could not believe this beautiful, tremulous warmth arising from this young man.
Tuly a STAR! I have been rooting for him, the whole way, and I, too, cannot wait till his full CD is released!
We love you, Kalan. You make Canada PROUD!
Ann D.
Oshawa, Ont.
Posted by: Ann D. | Oct 11, 2004 12:17:25 PM
hi i am also a kalan porter fan i voted 3 times because i was pretty well as nervous as he was the last show i was so happy i almost cryed if kalan is reading this please write me back on my msn as it says as we speak i am listning to you kalan and i was listning to you my hole bus ride (around half hour) of you are ever around nova sctoia stop in at river john to have like a mini consert i am very happy for you and love your song and you .
yours truly,
Megan benjamin
Posted by: megan | Oct 12, 2004 4:32:25 PM
kalan you are the best singer wihth the best voice ive ever heard by the way and im one of your bigesst fans mouahhhh ashley
Posted by: ashley flemming | Oct 13, 2004 12:38:45 PM
Hey! I'm Kalan fan too. He has a really good voice and i love it lol. There's something in his voice that sum other ppl don't have which makes him a great singer :).
If you are reading this Kalan, continue doing your hard work and goodluck!
~Chantelle
Posted by: Chantelle | Oct 13, 2004 3:11:16 PM
I agree. Kalan is amazing! Breathtaking! He makes me melt when he sings and has captured the hearts of countless canadians including myself. The perfect CI and WI candidate! I just hope that World Idol WILL happen this year so the whole world can see and enjoy Kalan's talent!
Far too many people have failed to acknowledge his talent and have called him the winner strictly because of his charming good looks. That bugs the heck outta me. Kalan Porter is a true rocker with amazing tone and voice and range. His adorableness and melt-whenever-you-see-or-hear-him-ness is the icing on the cake.
Posted by: ~*~Marie-Danielle~*~ | Oct 14, 2004 10:44:55 AM
Wow, you just compared a shy teenaged kid,a winner of the pop star producing Idol franchise to Jim Morrison. My question, Are you serious? I agree Kalan is good vocally, but that is not what makes you buy a cd, because there are alot of people who can sing, it is how you sing it. I am not saying Kalan is bad at performing but to compare him to a Rock Icon such as Jim Morrison and then to go on and say he is better then him, makes me wonder if you a)Listen to the Doors b)If you under the age of 16 and c)If you are just flat out delusional.
There is no comparison to Jim Morrison and Kalan Porter... It is like comparing the Beatles to N'sync.
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 14, 2004 8:18:04 PM
Oh, yes, I am quite serious. My question for you is, how much have you listened to Kalan Porter?
I was wondering when a true Doors fan would stop by and comment on this post. I, myself, am a real fan of The Doors and listen to them on a regular basis. You'll notice I commented on Kalan's voice as compared with Jim Morrison's voice, not their relative status as rock icons.
Jim Morrison's career and status has a lot of meaning to rock fans beyond simply the quality of his voice. In terms of how the two sing, musically, I prefer what I've heard from Kalan Porter. Now, if you want to compare the two in terms of what they have done or the music they have brought to the world, certainly Jim Morrison would win hands down, at least for now.
One other thing...I was 16 more than 16 years ago ;) As for being delusional, well, I doubt if I'd succeed in my line of work, now, would I? No need to be rude.
Posted by: tz | Oct 14, 2004 9:01:53 PM
I just do not understand where you come up with the comparison. Besides The House of the Rising Sun in which The Doors also did a version(but that song has been covered by many), I don't see where you see the connection. Kalan would be more accurately comapred to David Cassidy then Jim Morrison. (The connection there them, both being on tv shows that are targettted to families and that helped further there musical career, also Kalan is in a family band).
The Jim Morrison comparison comes from no where, it is comparing apples and oranges. Jim Morrison wasn't just a voice was this incrediable musical force. Yes Kalan techinically has a very good voice, but will he ever be bigger then Jim Morrison, I am going to say a big fat NO.
Kalan is good, but looking at past idol winners, they do not have great success. Even the supposed World Idol is not doing great in North America and we voted for him.
By the way a much prefer The Doors version of The House of tthe Rising Sun much more then Kalan's.
Once Kalans intial Idol fame wears off, and the next CI starts he will be soon cast aside. Everyone talks about how much they love him now, as I am sure they did Ryan last year. ButRyan Malcolm has become somewhat of a joke, not to mention is second place finishing side kick Gary Beals. I did not watch last year, but when I saw both Gary and Ryan perform this year I laughed, I just hope Kalan does not suffer the same fate, because as much as we love him now, it will not last forever.
Jim Morrison though he is an icon, his memory will always be there.
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 14, 2004 9:17:58 PM
Well, it is comparing apples and oranges if you want to compare Morrison's rock idol status to Kalan's, given that Kalan isn't a rock idol yet. I don't think it's fair for you to prejudge Kalan's capabilities. He did a very good version of House of the Rising Sun, true, but you should listen so some of his longer pieces, like Imagine, Awake in a Dream or Born to be Wild. As for his family band, I have no idea -- I've never heard them play longer than about a 5 second bit on a Kalan bio.
About your David Cassidy comparison, come on. That's just insulting. I think you're confusing Kalan with your idea of pop-rock, and I'm wondering if you are discrediting him because of his age. Comparing Porter to Cassidy is like comparing a pipe organ to a soprano recorder.
Posted by: tz | Oct 14, 2004 9:21:59 PM
well, i don't think Canadian Idol 1 was properly advertised, therefore there wasn't much talent entering the contest.
Posted by: spencer | Oct 14, 2004 9:22:48 PM
I think Kalan's versatility will keep him in the spotlight for some time to come. I'd more likely compare him to Clay as they are quite similar in their down-to-earth, boy-next-door quality. Also, they are both extremely talented. Clay has done very well in maintaining his popularity and I think Kalan will too.
Posted by: KPJ | Oct 14, 2004 9:43:41 PM
"but you should listen so some of his longer pieces, like Imagine, Awake in a Dream or Born to be Wild."
I have :x. I was not a fan of his Mercy Me song, I thought it was poor song choice. I enjoyed his first Born To Be Wild performance but I did not enjoy his one he did on the last night. It is hard to comment on Awake in a Dream because it is such a horrible song, but I did not like it.
I really do not think the David Cassidy is insulting. David Cassidy had thousands of screaming fan girls, young and old. He came out with some hits. Infact comparing Kalan to David Cassidy might be a little to generous consdering today we still remember David Cassidy, whether or not we remember Kalan in 30 years, it is hard to say.
I think you comaring Morrison to Kalan is much more insulting to Morrison then comparing Kalan to Cassidy.
As for CI 1 not being properly advertised, I disagree. I think that the first one was much more of a big event since it was just off the heals of American Idol. Sequels often getthe less advertisement. They are not even releasing a cd this year.
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 14, 2004 9:56:07 PM
Well, I'll just reiterate that, on vocal quality, there's no comparison between Kalan Porter and Jim Morrison or David Cassidy. Talk to me about vocal quality, which is what my post was about. Talk to me about resonance, depth, and harmonics, as well as range, power, technique, breathing, articulation, phrasing, pitch, in addition to overall rock quality -- talk to me about those things. If you listen carefully to Jim Morrison's voice, it's good, even very good, but not quite as good as Kalan's. It gets thin in the high range and his pitch isn't nearly as clear and controlled.
Face it -- Jim Morrison's music was not really about his voice as much as it was about his music, his poetry, his weirdness, his mythos, and, of course, his lifestyle, drug culture, and eventual death. If you want greater musical and vocal talent than The Doors but from a similar era, you'd have to look to Led Zeppelin.
On historical record or pop icon status, no comparison is yet possible. Kalan has not developed (and might or might not develop) the same kind of mythos that surrounds Morrison. Perhaps nobody ever will, given that we will never repeat the 60s and 70s.
I hope CTV doesn't market Kalan badly, but that remains to be seen, as well.
Finally, about the Mercy Me song, he did a brilliant interpretation of it. I like his version much better than the much thinner original. It was a risky song to pick for the competition because it is a song of faith, but he sang it beautifully, and it showed off some of his technique very well.
Posted by: tz | Oct 14, 2004 10:32:03 PM
I actually do not think the Mercy Me song was risky. I think it was safe. He has mentioned it being his favorite song to sing, therefore knew it very well. I just do not understand why you decided to compare Jim Morrison to Kalan. It is weird mentioning them in the same sentence let alone the same thought process.
It is like saying Josh Grobinis a better singer then Madonna, personally I do not like either, but they are to different genres, comparing them does nto make sense.
Jim Morrison is mostly known for being an artist not necessarily the best singer.
As for vocal range, I thought Shane had the best range out of them all. There are many people with better range then Kalan, but range is not what makes you a great singer. Just because someone can go extremely high does not make them excellent singers, or else the radio would have alot more opera.
Kalan has great range, but I like Jim Morrisons voice much much better, its got soul behind it, not just a cute face.
Posted by: stacie | Oct 14, 2004 10:53:22 PM
"Jim Morrison is mostly known for being an artist not necessarily the best singer."
Yes, my point exactly.
I compared them because I'm a big Morrison fan, but I realized Kalan's vocal talent is better (and better than Shane's too). It's not just about Kalan's range, and Kalan's definitely not an opera singer -- he is, in fact, in the same genre of music as Morrison, that being rock.
I think you can't seem to let go of the fact that my post was just about vocal quality, and not about star quality or rock icon status or anything else. While I'm discussing vocal quality, you're talking about anything but that. You can prefer Jim Morrison's voice, but that doesn't make his voice any better overall, and, BTW, I still love The Doors. I'm just being realistic about who has more vocal talent.
On another note, if you want to talk about the importance of operatic talent and vocal range in relation to rock music, check out Pat Benatar.
Posted by: tz | Oct 14, 2004 11:01:34 PM
"I compared them because I'm a big Morrison fan, but I realized Kalan's vocal talent is better "
So you were just thinking one day, while listening to what and you thought to yourself, hey Kalan is better then JIm Morrison?... alrighty then :|
Really vocal range means nothing, if you cannot back it up with charisma, and either a catchy turn or meanigful lyrics, neihter which awake in a dream has.
Like I said before this is comapring the Beatles to N'sync. I just do not know any Beatles fans who would make that comparison, nor do I know any Jim fans that would make the Kalan comprison. I just seems wrong.
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 14, 2004 11:15:44 PM
Ludicrous!
Posted by: Melissa | Oct 14, 2004 11:38:46 PM
[Melissa -- I'm not sure what you are saying is ludicrous, but I corrected your spelling anyway. I didn't bother, however, to correct all the "alot" spelling errors in previous comments -- there were a lot of them!]
So it turns out that Jacob Hoggard's band, Hedley, has a webpage and forum discussion, where fans are dissing Kalan Porter. Tsk. Tsk. They're taking offense at the idea that I've compared Kalan's voice to Jim Morrison's. One of the participants called Kalan a hobbit. I wonder what Jacob Hoggard thinks of his fans' behavior! I'll bet Jacob doesn't think Kalan's a hobbit. Nevertheless, I'll thank "Re-Offender," who originally posted the topic on Hedley's site, for all the site hits I'm getting as a result. I hope Kalan and Jacob fans don't decide to have a rumble or something on my blog!
You can read the Hedley-fan comments here.
Warning: the discussion's not very deep. For example, in response to the question of whether Porter and Morrison should be compared, one person said, "and that chicken was running like wild till i gave him a biscuit but then Joan of Arc came in my house.....with some...........guys?......" Another thinks I smoke crack (I don't, but I do addictions work with people...) and another thinks I'm basically inept. None of them engaged the topic of vocal quality whatsoever.
So, go read the Hedley forum, but turn your brain off first.
Posted by: tz | Oct 15, 2004 1:00:06 AM
Well now… you’ve really started something here haven’t you… I don’t know how I stumbled in here last time, but here I am again. Forgive the intrusion from an old fart, but your discussion is interesting enough to jump in once again.
I’m one of thousands of people who entertains as an “avocation”…. not exactly professional in the true sense, and I’ll probably forever regret never having tried to pursue a real career in the business. But 40 years ago, Canadians didn’t do that sort of thing, because when I was a kid, our collective inferiority complexes told us that if it was Canadian, it wasn’t any good.
However, having sung at literally thousands of gigs, and having been associated with countless musicians over almost 40 years, I feel that I’m experienced enough in the business to express a meaningful opinion on this subject.
The first problem I find with the younger kids today, is they can’t seem to differentiate between what is good and what they like. You hear a lot of kids saying “that sucks”, when they should be saying “that’s technically well done, but I don’t particularly like it.” After all, there’s no accounting for taste. I actually heard a kid say Frank Sinatra ‘sucked’. Can you imagine?
Also, let me say that there is a world of difference between having a good voice and being a good singer. No one would say that Louis Armstrong had a good voice, but no one could deny what a wonderful ‘singer’ he was. Similarly, you could think of Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, and many others. On the other hand, Bob Goulet has a wonderful voice, but I’ve never considered him to be a good ‘singer’. In my opinion, and I think this is an objective analysis, Kalan Porter has both of those qualities in spades, and the personality, character, integrity, and grace to become a major international superstar. But once again I must say, it will depend on how carefully and wisely he is managed. The thing to remember is he is only 18 years old. We should all hope that his support systems are strong enough to protect him from this insane onslaught of adoration. It’s really quite phenomenal, and a bit reminiscent of Beatlemania. I think it’s absolutely incredible how this kid has stirred national pride the way he has. Let’s face it… the whole country is talking about him.
Finally, once entertainers reach the professional level, it’s pointless to compare them. Comparisons simply become too subjective. It’s like asking if steak is better than salmon.
Let’s not throw cold water on the best thing that’s happened to the Canadian music scene in a long time.
We should all be cheering for Kalan’s success. I think this whole thing is just terrific.
Posted by: bandcrooner | Oct 15, 2004 10:58:51 AM
I'm with you all the way, bandcrooner. Let's hope he has insightful management.
I'll just add that I can really relate to your statements about Canadian inferiority complexes when it came to believing that what we did was any good -- that feeling existed in other industries beyond music, as well. We have to fight that idea but also market our products well, IMHO.
Posted by: tz | Oct 15, 2004 6:23:36 PM
he's only 18, we WILL see great things from him from now and beyond.
Posted by: spencer | Oct 15, 2004 7:16:29 PM
Now I don't pretend to know much about the technicalities of singing, but I do appreciate music. Unfortunately, I am not familiar with neither Jim Morrison nor The Doors, I am only 18 years old, but I will address other interesting topics that have been raised.
It is my opinion that Kalan is very talented, and I am terrified that his management will be poorly handled, as was other Idol contestants' such as Ryan Malcolm and Clay Aiken. I think that the worst thing that might have happened for his musical career is to have been on Canadian Idol. Let's face it, Idol contestants have generally been poorly managed and forgotten as soon as another series hit airwaves...in other words, they were phases.
I think it's a travesty that Clay Aiken isn't getting more recognition because he is such a talented singer. I am praying Kalan will not suffer the same fate, because he is also very talented and has some amazing potential! I love his style, I love his voice and I love his maturity and modesty. And he can rock! I think he is an inspiration...Canada needs more role models like him. And please don't think that I am biased due to my age and because of the fact that I prefer contemporary music over the oldies...I wasn't even particularly fond of many of the other contestants on Canadian Idol. Kalan Porter really stood out above the rest and stomped all over the competition. Anyway, I will be keeping an eye out for his future accomplishments.
I would also like to say that I completely agree with bandcrooner's statement : "The first problem I find with the younger kids today, is they can’t seem to differentiate between what is good and what they like. You hear a lot of kids saying “that sucks”, when they should be saying “that’s technically well done, but I don’t particularly like it.” After all, there’s no accounting for taste." I think that "dissing" other people's tastes in music is low and reeks of immaturity. It's alright to have tastes and opinions, but bashing those of others is just wrong.
Posted by: sebastien | Oct 15, 2004 8:40:30 PM
First question, why you lurking at Heldey band?
THe Hobbit, coment is everywhere. I have heard radio personalities refer to him as the little hobbit from Alberta. If you have nto noticed he looks much like he stumbled out of the Lord of the Rings.
Saying Kalan is better then Jim Morrison, posting it and expressing it as a fact is flat out disrespectable for Jim's real fans. You can have your opinion but do not express it as a fact.
Really you lurking at the Hedley board, coming here and quoting them with out there permission, which by the way is bad internet etiquette, It makes me think this *I am over 40* comment was just something to get you crediability, I have no doubt you are one of Kalan's teenie bopper followers.
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 15, 2004 8:54:42 PM
"It makes me think this *I am over 40* comment was just something to get you crediability, I have no doubt you are one of Kalan's teenie bopper followers."
Heehee -- you should read the rest of my blog. Scroll to the top of the page and then click on "Main" to see my homepage.
You know, Stacie, you don't have to agree with me, and you don't have to discuss vocal quality if you don't want to. You like Jim Morrison -- that's cool, but let it go now.
As for the Hedley lurking -- that's just the way it goes. Someone posted a link to my site and then started wonking out comments, so, hey, it's fair game.
Posted by: tz | Oct 15, 2004 10:33:14 PM
Vocal, I personally think Jim Morrison has a better voice, less range, perhaps, but more memorable, Hell yes =)
You really did not get that many comments from Heldey people, mostly people laughing at the Kalan devotion on the Heldey site. I like Jacob, I like him better then kalan, is he better then Jim Morisson- Hell No!
Again you should not quote people with out there permission, and without giving them credit, it's stealing there words :o)
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 16, 2004 12:10:40 AM
Remember, the internet is public, and the comments were about me and my post. If you want to talk internet etiquette, get some first.
Besides, you should be a Theresa Sokyrka fan, anyway.
For new readers to this comments thread, you can read the Hedley posts Stacie is talking about here.
As for site hits to my blog off of Hedley -- they're coming in by the dozens. Not all people leave comments, but I can see the site referrals in my stats.
Posted by: tz | Oct 16, 2004 12:14:28 AM
Tell me, what is the purpose of this site... is it to promote positive remarks about our CI Kalan or to bash him to bits. Honestly, I find it insane that there are individuals bickering to and fro about whether or not Kalan is better than Morrison. Please, my goodness, Kalan is a true musician and has proven himself worthy of his win. I will express my views at this time but it is highly unlikely that I will ever return.
Comments have been made about Kalan looks. Yes, he is a handsome young man but let me tell you, it was not his looks that grabbed my attention. It was this powerful rich voice coming from a shy, soft spoken spirit. His voice touched the very depths of my soul. Kalan's voice is so beautiful that he brings tears to my eyes. I'll tell you something else. I grew up with and never liked 'House of the Rising Sun' nor 'Born to Be Wild' until Kalan.
Kalan may have a lot of young screaming fans but I'd wager, though I'm not a betting person, that half, if not the majority are 25+.(I'm 38 myself)
Kalan is a well adjusted young man with his feet firmly planted. He has demonstrated great courage, charisma, humility, grace, dedication, wisdom and stamina far beyond his tender years. CI has served as a launching pad for Kalan's music career. It has given Kalan the exposure he needed and, exposure, he did obtain!
Kalan has become a house-hold name and his career isn't even off the ground yet. He is raw talent and a superstar in the making. I believe in Kalan, and he will go far! It's one thing to be remembered for for years to come but, Kalan, he will be CHERISHED by many for years to come.
FYI Performing "I Can Only Imagine" was a risk for Kalan. Certainly not with respect to his vocal deliverance because Kalan did a superb job! The risk was two-fold: he was cautioned by the CI producers to change a word in the song so that it would be more 'palatable' for some viewers. The other, that he would be risking a possible loss in votes as a result in performing the song on the final night of the competition. Kalan, being true to himself and following his heart, took courage and demonstrated great character in choosing to sing his favorite song.
Tell me, how many of you (the bickerers) would have had the courage to withstand the pressures that Kalan so gallantly stood up against.
This is a young man of 18 who, when pressed, did not compromise his beliefs, stood his ground and delivered perfection, with passion. Kalan gained the respect of many that night, more than you, myself or he will ever know.
As a parent, I invest a great deal of energy into nurturing and instilling values, morals and beliefs unto my 12 and 14 year old boys. I hope and pray that when they, too, go out into the world, that they will be true to themselves and not compromise their standards. Kalan, genuine in all that he has shared with us, is a fine example of what we hope for our youth today and for the future. May God continue to be with Kalan as he sets out to accomplish his dreams!
Kalanadian Mom #7651
Donna Lee
Posted by: Kalanadian Mom | Oct 16, 2004 1:30:46 AM
"Besides, you should be a Theresa Sokyrka fan, anyway."
Why should I be? I am a Theresa fan, but why should I be?
"Remember, the internet is public, and the comments were about me and my post. If you want to talk internet etiquette, get some first."
No one quoted you with out your premission, and took it off the site.
"Kalan has become a house-hold name and his career isn't even off the ground yet."
Only to CI fans, I know people who would absolutely no idea who the heck Kalan Porter is.
"Tell me, how many of you (the bickerers) would have had the courage to withstand the pressures that Kalan so gallantly stood up against."
ummm, no you read what you post? He stood up to pressure, please the CI producers probably would have given Kalan their first borns if he would of asked. Yeah there were probably soem concerns about him singing a CHristian song on a Jewish holiday, but nearly as dramatic as you make it sound. He sang his favorite song, it isn't brave, it is easy.
"I'd wager, though I'm not a betting person, that half, if not the majority are 25+."
I for surely have to disagree since my guess is that not even half the CI fans are all over 25, and then you have to assume that they all love Kalan. Most older people who like CI that I know are Theresa fans. On the ctv message boards the young fans largely out weigh the older fans. I t is a good thing you don't bet.
"Kalan, genuine in all that he has shared with us, is a fine example of what we hope for our youth today and for the future."
Just to point out, you do not know this kid, as for you know he could have a drug habbit no one knows about (note I did not say he did have a drug problem, just that no one knows)
Posted by: Stacie | Oct 16, 2004 8:12:34 AM
"Honestly, I find it insane that there are individuals bickering to and fro about whether or not Kalan is better than Morrison."
Yes, you are quite right. The discussion initially started with me commenting that I thought Kalan's voice was better than Jim Morrison's...just a kind of passing observation that surprised me when I intially thought it, so I shared it with my readers. Then Stacie started arguing with me about this...and the discussion went on. If you read the whole thing, you'll see that the discussion isn't really about Kalan anyway, as much as it is about Stacie.
Now, seeing how she has replied to both you and me, above, in the way that she did, I confess that I don't really understand her need to bash Kalan. Plus, you are quite right in that the purpose of this site is NOT to pick Kalan to pieces or bash him. In fact, my site isn't really about Kalan at all, except for a couple of passing posts. However, I do encourage discussion of all topics that I post, and not all readers will agree with each other, even about Kalan.
I have a lot of admiration for this young man, who is just starting out in his career. So, as a consequence, I'm banning Stacie from commenting any further because she didn't stop when I asked her to let it go, and because I think making comments like the ones she made above (perhaps I should just delete her latest comment) are utterly disgusting and unfair.
I want my regular readers to know that I hate banning people and rarely do it, unless I think the person has way overstepped some kind of boundary. In the example of Stacie's comment directly above this one, I believe the action is more than warranted. Besides, she keeps referring to me as a teeny-bopper. So, basically, it's my blog and I can ban if I want to, ban if I want to, ban if I want to.
Thank you for your comment, Kalanadian Mom.
Kalanadians, rock on!
Posted by: tz | Oct 16, 2004 8:50:11 AM
Here in Sweden the first installment of "Idol" is running right now (it’s simply called “Idol 2004”). I don't know if all 23 Idol countries will send their winners to World Idol. But if they do, it will be a long and great show. After checking most of the winners I have to say that Kalan Porter is my World Idol tip. He uses his voice in such a musical way; he has a presence and an unsurpassed “it-factor” and looks gorgeous. Yes, Canada has really found a talent!
We don’t know yet who the Swedish winner will be, but my tip is the 17-year-old Darin Zanyar. Maybe that name doesn’t sound Swedish to you? (Typical Swedish names are, as you might know, Sven, Olle and Anders). Well, Darin’s parents come from the Iraq part of Kurdistan. His father refused to obey Saddam Hussein’s draft order, so he and his wife escaped through the mountains and finally ended up in Sweden as refugees. They are now citizens. Darin is born here. He is very, very musical, with a wonderful voice, and very, very cute. When he smiles, his braces twinkle. The Swedish BMG representative in the jury was stunned when Darin performed his first “real” song in the contest. He said: “Darin, you are the greatest talent I ever seen in my professional carrier – seriously!”
Well, it would be fun to see Kalan and Darin in the same show. In any case, we say congratulations to Canada. Take good care of Kalan!
Posted by: Anders | Oct 16, 2004 3:50:17 PM
A commenter all the way from Sweden! Skol!
Posted by: tz | Oct 16, 2004 5:03:43 PM
I'm a 37 yrs. old woman and absolutely crazy about Kalan. Everytime I watched him on tape, on t.v. wherever he is on, listening to AIAD, or just looking at his pictures, it always put a smile on my face and makes me feel like heaven. I hope Kalan doesn't change. Sure, he's good looking and talented but his being a goodhearted kid makes him more appealing (too bad I cannot stomach a Demi/Ashton kind of stuff so imagine my envy to all teenage girls). I wish him all the success he deserves and he could count on me to follow his career all the way up.
Posted by: isabelle | Oct 16, 2004 7:18:05 PM
Kalan Porter has been treated very unfairly in my opinion. He accomplished something that many people only dream of doing. As much as some people say what a joke Canadian Idol is, and how it doesn't really hold any talent, I would like them to go and try out for the show.
The truth is he won the show. Out of everyone in Canada, he won, and he deserved every bit of it. I don't know him or anything, but i do know that it takes courage to get up in front of many people and sing, probably even more so for national television.
Kalan Porter is only 19 years old. How much can you expect from him? He has not had all the years of experience that many other singers have had. But with his age that he is now, he is an amazing, incredible singer. Who knows how far he will go in life? If you mention the name, Kalan Porter, to a random person, my guess is that they would know SOMETHING about him, or who he is at least. That is alone alot to accomplish at 19, and alot of bands spend their whole life trying to get noticed.
People should be proud to have someone as talanted as Kalan Porter to be Canadian. He has the most captivating voice that I have ever heard, and you instantly know that it is his whenever you hear it. It is a unique voice, and Kalan Porter is truly a star.
Everyone who says bad things about him should be ashamed. They are of course free to state their opinion about his music, because everyone is allowed to do that. But to go as far as to say he is only a pretty face, that is very wrong. These people do not even know him, but are only basing their oppions on what they see in the media!
Kalan, you are an unforgettable singer, and don't ever stop. However bad the media gets, or what people might say about you, just remember that you won Canadian Idol and they didn't. Remember that you have MANY MANY fans and Kalanadians behind you.
YOU TRULY MAKE CANADIANS PROUD!
Natalie, Ontario, Canada.
Posted by: natalie van Dyk | Nov 4, 2004 9:16:04 PM
"People should be proud to have someone as talanted as Kalan Porter to be Canadian. He has the most captivating voice that I have ever heard, and you instantly know that it is his whenever you hear it. It is a unique voice, and Kalan Porter is truly a star."
Right on, Natalie!
Posted by: tz | Nov 4, 2004 9:45:33 PM
I dont think you should be saying things about Hedley and the hedley forums. I am a proud hedley forumer and i always will be. So you shouldnt say thing about them because they are a good band. And you know that little thing called 'freedom of speech' well thats what the person use when she/he called a hobbit.
Posted by: Tara*=) | Nov 7, 2004 12:53:03 PM
Yes, I am just another teen girl crazy over Kalan. But why not? He has a beautiful voice and great looks. I live near Kalan and many people around here know him. Kalan is a very determined guy and works his hardest at everything he does. He is also a very humble person and I've been lucky enough to talk to him. I think before people judge "The Canadian Idol", I think they should look behind the title and into the amazing person that he is. For truly, he is an Idol for all of us.
Posted by: Tianna | Nov 7, 2004 2:37:38 PM
hey!!! omg Kalan is soooo Hot !!! he's coming to moncton like this week!!! and i'm gonna meet him!!! omgogogmogmogogmog.....he's so hot !!! i love him !!! ....yey... he's has the most sexy voice in the whole world !!!
From>>> JO
Posted by: Josee | Nov 11, 2004 8:12:28 PM
When I first heard Kalan I wasn't even in the same room. I feel in love with his voice and instantly tears came to my eyes.
At that time I was confronted with a very hard decision, I was considering leaving my church choir (which is my life) because of, more or less, politics. Hearing his voice and being completely enthralled by his message helped me to make my decision, long story short -> I stayed with the choir and am now lead descant soprano and lead soloist for the church. Also, with my newfound inspiration I tried out for three operas and got leads in every one of them.
I owe this success to his overpowering faith and charisma. In addition to hearing him and being so impressed with his voice and the things I heard about him as a person, I voted for him week after week...I didn't even see his face until the final month of the competition; after I had been voting for him.
Yesterday he was at the mall I work at but I was in fact working and could not go meet him, but in my store I could hear him, and I am ever so thankful for that experience. I wish that I could thank him for what he has done for Canada, for what he has done for me. I had given up on myself and hearing him inspired in me a new fight. I may be only a nineteen-year-old girl, but in my soul I am much farther than my years, as is he. I never saw him, I never met him, but I heard...
In regards to the above comments on his prospective endurance in the business: Kalan knows God. He knows God is on his side. What happened to Kalan was a miracle, a gift, and I know in my heart that God will NOT let him fade. As a person he will rise up above temptation. As a performer, poorly managed or not, he will undoubtedly come out with his own stuff and Canada as well as true Kalanadians will always be there to receive him with open ears and open hearts. Regardless of whether or not the record company sends him burning to the ground with the forced "kiddy-pop music" that we know they will make him release, we also all know that he will come back showing us that true Kalan that Canada fell in love with the first time.
Feel free to message me on msn, I’d love to chat with some true fans who actually have something intelligent to say about the matter. It was an honour to read your site.
Rynn, 19, Barrie, Ontario.
Posted by: Rynn | Nov 13, 2004 11:56:28 PM
i have a picture of me and kalan together form canada day fesitival. i was the only one who got a picture of him email me if u wanna c it
Posted by: Erica Bauserman | Nov 14, 2004 4:45:50 PM
I am only a 14 year old Kalan fan but I know that he has true talent and not just good looks. He is a good person and wonderful to see perform live. I hope he does well as a muscian and singer and won't get forgotten or ignored when the next CI starts. Kalan is one of the greatest singers I've ever heard. I voted for him on CI and I even bought his cd (I never buy cds because they're all just people about sex appeal and not real talent)Kalan is truly talented and a wonderful person (not to mention good looking) I hope one day I can have the chance to meet Kalan in person but as for now I'll just be content to listen to his music and be a big fan! Edmonton loves Kalan, I was at West Edmonton Mall for his performance on the day of his cd release and it was truly amazing to see him perform. And there were around 2000 or more people there to see him which was a lot of fans for one of his first performances. Anyway go Kalan, keep up the good work.
Posted by: Lakila | Nov 25, 2004 11:34:51 PM
I am over 60 -- it was and is a distinct pleasure to have someone like Kalan appear on the singing stage. He is not just a pretty face -- he is a wonderful singer, and I've heard a lot of them. I enjoy everything he does as do most of my friends and relatives. I hope he keeps up the amazingly good way he has with a song and keeps in mind that it isn't necessarily mandatory that he creates the music -- just sings it. No one can do it better, from the Doobie Brothers to Kenny Rogers, to Gordon Lighthouse -- he is just a real gem and I'm pleased that he is from my home province of Alberta. Not to mention his rendition of Can You Imagine. Any negative comments regarding this piece are indicative of some parts of today's society. Keep up the good work Kalan. We are all behind you.
Posted by: Louise Hughes | Nov 25, 2004 11:48:03 PM
I agree with Louise's comments that negative comments towards Kalan singing I Can Only Imagine are to do with society today. I love that song and loved the way Kalan sang it. Again,go Kalan, Alberta loves and supports you!
Posted by: Lakila | Nov 26, 2004 12:00:57 AM
his cd is awesome... he put sooo much work into it and you can tell, the cd is truly amazing considering it was made in a month... what's your favorite songs?
thanks
Posted by: BigPete | Nov 26, 2004 11:11:14 PM
hey!!! Kalan Porter is the best thing that has happend to med hat!!! im just soo lucky i live here haha but in a away he goes other city's more then he does come here but w/e he si just awsome nad i luv him so much and i no every body eles does to :P eh lol im happy he came today i got pic's and got him to sign the cd :D lol welll bubizz
Posted by: Ashley | Nov 28, 2004 8:19:58 PM
hey
i just wanted to say that im a huge fun of kalan and i love his sining
Posted by: melissa | Nov 29, 2004 1:50:02 PM
I am so sick of people talking about Kalan Porter as a girl. I mean all the guys i know constantly complain about him and say he looks/sings like a female. How they can say that i do't know. He has seriously got the mos amazing and guyish singing voice i've ever heard. As for his looks, well before i go overboard i'll just say that what people are calling girlyness isn't feminity, it's innocence and sincerity.
Posted by: Orangeblossom | Nov 30, 2004 11:24:10 PM
Darin Zanyar from swedens idol is the best
Posted by: hahaha | Dec 6, 2004 1:35:17 PM
well i can't wait for kalan to have all the success he hopes for.
i'm 53 and have listened to my share of albums and rock/pop artists ,to compare him to morrison ,and cassidy and whomever is fun i guess,but it never dawned on me to compare him to jim morrison ,i never muched liked the doors ,but i love listening to kalan ,i just hope he finds the right music for him.
if he can write his own tunes or some at least all the better,but i was so proud to see him win idol,i picked him from the start ,good luck kalan ,you have all the tools to make it.
Posted by: allan | Dec 10, 2004 8:54:04 PM
I asked for his cd for Christmas : )
Posted by: tz | Dec 10, 2004 10:17:15 PM
Winner of the Swedish ”Idol 2004” was the 26-year-old Daniel Lindstroem. He got the majority of the Swedish television viewers/voters in a thrilling final, November 26, together with the 17-year-old Darin Zanyar.
Daniel is a most talented and competent vocalist, but somewhat dull and colourless. Darin is the opposite; having a fantastic presence, s*xy moves, and a burning look, but a small pop voice, sometimes slightly out of pitch.
So, it was a choice between two worlds, if you like. Both of them did very well, so it was impossible to predict the outcome. Jörgen Elofsson, the famous Swedish composer (Westlife/Unbreakable, Gareth Gates/Anyone Of Us, Britney Spears, Celin Deon, Backstreet Boys) had written a unique song, “Coming True”, for the final show. Both Darin and Daniel sung it as a part of the competition, and the winner got an all-exclusive right to perform and record it.
What happened? Well, people got upset that Darin didn’t make it. Not only his fans, actually. Sony BMG felt they couldn’t drop such a talent. Daniel will of course get the entire promised package with promotion, video, tour, CD coming December 15, etcetera.
But, Darin also got a record contract, with a CD coming January 19. There is no need for a promotion package for him: The day after the final show the major Swedish newspapers had pictures of Darin and big headlines (on their front pages!) saying “Darin crying in his mothers arms” (not true, by the way).
We kind of had two winners! And I can’t wait until January. The documentation CD (The Best From Idol 2004) with the ten finalists is available. There you can listen to Darin when he performs Toni Braxton’s “Un-Break My Heart”. After that, you will most certainly wish to have your heart broken by Darin, over and over again!
Or, buy his CD in January – you will NOT get disappointed. Jörgen Elofsson, Max Martin, GHOST, and other Swedish composers have written songs for Darin. Sweden didn’t come up with something like this since the days of Jussi Bjoerling and ABBA!
Posted by: Anders | Dec 14, 2004 4:12:16 PM
Thanks for the update! I know what you mean when you say that you had "two winners." When Theresa Sokyrka and Kalan Porter were in the final together, really, it seemed like we had two winners. The duet she and Kalan sang together ("True Colors") is on Kalan's album. I'd like to see Theresa's album when it comes out too - I think she wasn't allowed to release an album until Kalan had a chance to release his (or something like that).
Posted by: tz | Dec 14, 2004 7:18:33 PM
Enough already of the comparison Jim Morrison and Kalan Porter !!!!! It doesn't matter. Point is ........... it will be very exciting to see where his career takes him. He is very popular and regardless of age, we Canadians are hoping he goes far and does us proud. If you looked into this web site then Kalan has obviously grabbed your attention.
Posted by: Louise | Dec 15, 2004 8:00:04 AM
Have anyone heard any news about World Idol? Will they run such an international show once more, or are there too many winners now?
It would be nice to see and hear Kalan Porter, Daniel Lindstroem (Sweden) and Ruslan Alechno (Russia) sing in the same show!
Posted by: Anders | Dec 15, 2004 9:24:58 AM
Nope...haven't heard anything yet, but I'd like to know about it.
Posted by: tz | Dec 15, 2004 8:18:09 PM
Kalan Is The best singer ever I just bought his new cd I listen to it evry night its my fav CD!!!!!!!!
Posted by: pink | Dec 16, 2004 10:10:55 AM
Hi!
Check out the site of Darin Zanyar:
www.darin.se
- The real Swedish Idol 2004 -
/darin freak
Posted by: sofie | Dec 19, 2004 5:18:50 PM
I love love love lovvvve kalan porter...i have his new c-d and he is the best singer ever
Posted by: Devin | Jan 10, 2005 5:44:47 PM
I am in LOVE with Kalan Porter! He is SO hott and he has such a big heart and is humble and modest about everything he has done with his life. I'm telling you: He has the right to bragg! He is giving a concert here and I am SO excited. My best friend and I are SO totally going and if he picks us to come on stage with him we'll be 'Awake In A Dream' He is SO hott omigoodness. Kalan, if you see this, pick me and my best frind to come on stage we'll have a huge poster that is bright orange and says, "Pick us Kalan to come on stage and we'll be 'AWAKE IN A DREAM' "
Posted by: Sammi | Jan 16, 2005 7:36:49 PM
Alright. Don't hate me after this first comment. Just keep reading. Don't worry. I hated Canadian Idol. I hated all of those stupid Idol shows. I found them pathedic and a way for non-talented hacks to get their 15 minutes of fame (Ruebun Stoddard who?). Then I happened to pass the television when my mom and sister were watching Kalan sing "Born to be Wild". I immediately stopped and turned around to see where this voice was coming from. That voice was amazing. For once, there was talent on that show. And turns out, there were a few more talented folk on there. I found myself watching every episode. Then cheering when Kalan won. Never has such a talented individual won a competition like this. And one so down-to earth and sweet. I don't know from first-hand experience, but my uncle apparently knows him and says he's an incredibly nice young man.
I still am somewhat wary of the show. But they gave Kalan the record deal he deserved. So I guess they don't suck that bad. I bought the CD and was impressed with the amount of rock music on there. I'm a rock chick myself. By the way, not a teenager either. Older than Kalan, we'll leave it at that. Like many people in this little chat, I just hope he's able to further express HIS musical self, instead of some label's. That's what will keep in in the running. As far as the whole looks thing, yeah. He's incredibly good looking. If I was younger, mmm-hmm! But to those younger fans: keep the music first. That's what won him the competition in the first place. He's just like any other guy in your school. Just a little more famous. Just imagine what he feels like when little girls too young for him scream "Marry Me!" Ok. Embarrassing. He doesn't get that you like his music. What he puts so much effort into doing. Let him know you appreciate his talent, and not just his curly locks.
Oh-and if you're wondering, World Idol is gonna be this summer sometime. I think Kalan'll place pretty well. I mean, I don't know the others except for Rupert (???Rubert? Some guy from the States). But if Malcolm could place in the top 5 or 6, I think Kalan can place top 2 or 3 at least.
Okay. That's all from me.
Posted by: Amy | Jan 25, 2005 10:47:26 PM
It's hard for me to listen to the original "Born to be wild" song now because I really like what Kalan did with the vocals on that. As a middle-years kind of person, I find that disconcerting, pleasantly disconcerting.
Posted by: tz | Jan 26, 2005 1:11:30 AM
As someone in their late 50's, I have heard my share of singers over the years and I have to say Kalan is one of the best. He is one of few performers that my 20's daughter and I agree on. I have his CD and listen to it at least once a day. I hope his career is managed with the respect he deserves. Can't wait to see him perform live.
Posted by: Chris | Jan 31, 2005 7:59:59 AM
I think that Kalan has not only got the voice to back up anything he ever want's to do musically, but he also has got the smarts. It has been many years since I have seen a musician as humble and gracious as Kalan. It would make me proud if any of my 3 children could have a touch of this wonderful young mans values. I think that his parents and family should be proud to call him their son and not only because he is Canadian Idol's winner. He worked so hard to achieve what he has and he deserves what he worked so hard for. He will be a roll model for children and hopefully adults everywhere. I was as well a huge fan of Kalan throughout the show and I was just overwhelmed for him when he won.
Stay true to yourself and your values Kalan and the world is a wonderful place to be.
Posted by: Pooky | Feb 22, 2005 12:02:33 PM
Well, my five year old son may not know about pitch, timing or range when it comes to singing.We both enjoyed watching Kalan perform and win Canadian idol. My son asked me why Kalan was the one who won. Well, in a nut shell, I explain to him about being passionate about something and working hard for it. My son doesn't have much interest in music as Kalan may have had at five years old, but just a few months ago, my son was practicing his alphabates as we were listening to Kalan c.d. He turned to me and said, " mommy, if I practice my letters like Kalan practiced singing, maybe I will be writing my own stories one day." I hope Kalan Porter will be around for a very long time, because my son will need a person like Kalan to look up to. So, all I really want to say is,Thank-you Kalan for all the passion you have for music and sharing that with my son Daniel.
Posted by: Cynthia | Feb 26, 2005 4:42:30 PM
well...my name is diana im 16 and i personally think kalan is one of the best singers, myself being a singer knows alot about pitch , range, and all in all a good voice and that rite there is kalan. he has a voice to die for, i heard him live and have NEVER heard anything like that b4 in my life it was amazing, breath taking, and literally flawless. he is good looking, he appeals to all ages, its not just a bunch of teenie bopper gurls that love him , which you all might think it is , his fans age from 2-80 n thats amazing, howmany artists now a days can you say appeals to that manypeople NONE! i am extremely happy that kalan is being complared to the greats like jim morisson, i would personaly say he is better because i am a fan of kalans but comon the guy is 19 jim morrison in an icon so to compare the two is amazing in itself but i do have to say kalan will be around for years to come
Posted by: Diana | Mar 8, 2005 7:15:53 PM
Kalan has the looks (he's cute), the style is lacking (can be worked on), and basically i'm in agreement with most of what was said in the original post. Any of you know if I can get a copy of his CD here in the US, cause I'm itching to get one real bad...? :D, on top of that, he's my age.
Anyways, peace all, homework.
Posted by: Andrew | Mar 8, 2005 9:29:59 PM
You can buy the Kalan Porter cd here at Amazon.ca. I'm assuming they ship to the USA. If they don't, you can buy it through Amazon.com, but the price over there is quite a bit higher, as it's classed as an import product. I have his cd and have really enjoyed it.
Posted by: tz | Mar 8, 2005 11:43:06 PM
Kalan is THE most purest singer I have ever heard! That beautiful clear voice does not compare to everyother cheesey singer you hear these days. Kalan is wonderful and I think it's time to face up to the truth..........we havent had a hottie like him come along in Canada for a rreeeeeaaallll long time! Plus, honestly I mean who could resist those gorgeous curls??!!!????!!!????
luv ya Kalan, Kirstie!~!~
Posted by: Kirstie | Mar 13, 2005 10:12:34 PM
Kalan is AMAZING!!! If you don't agree with me you are stupid! Kalan is so sweet and humble, believe me i've met him. I gave him a rose and some chocolates and he was kind-of embarrassed.You know that sort of thing. Anyway I hate it when people say that Kalan looks like a girl!! He doesn't he is so hot and looks even better in person! I also can't believe that Kalan is a namanie for MUCH MUSIC'S VIEWER CHOICE POLL"STOP MAKING MUSICS VIDEOS ALREADY"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kalan has only made one video so give him a break you stupid people! If you agree with me reply and we can talk further! K bye everyone, you rock!
Posted by: Kirsten | Mar 20, 2005 5:43:13 PM
hey, i was looking around for some Kalan Porter videos, and i saw this link so i got reading some of the entries and decided to add one of my own. my friend Courtnee really really likes Kalan Porter, when she first told me about him, I thought ohh just some celebrity crush guy,and i thought he was ugly...and his voice kinda sucked.. but hmm 2 months later... I LOVE HIM! i regret saying he was ugly!!! i think he is the hottest thing on the face of the earth!!!! I love his cd! His voice is soo amazing!!! I AM KALANADIAN!!!!
Posted by: Danielle Thompson | Mar 22, 2005 7:06:14 PM
hi name is Laura kalaneatschodahair, and as a Phd reciver and a woman in the older age category. i have to say that kalan is very ugly and has a dumb grin on his face when he sings. Jim morrison on the other hand is fancied as the 8th wonder of the world by groupies [edited by blog owner]. [edited by blog owner] look seriously the doors are a respectabel legendary group. HOW CAN YOU PISSBLY COMPARE SOMEONE WHO DRANK LITRES OF WHISKY PER DAY, and some
[edited by blog owner]
r.i.p john.
if the board erases this post john will haunt you a night.
[edited by blog owner]
[Comment by blog editor: What are you, 12? Grow up. Live and let live.]
Posted by: Laura | Mar 26, 2005 6:44:38 PM
[Blog editor's note to readers: the following comment was made by the person at the same IP address as the person who made the rather repulsive previous comment -- probably the same person or someone close to them, anyway. FYI.]
you guys are makign me throw up this is like comparing backstreet boys to beatles you nasty bastards.
some liek shitface candian idol gettign his break so he could [edited by blog owner]. you guys are the saddest people in the wolrd dont comment on this unless you knwo jim morriosns middle name
[Edited by blog owner: It takes more muscles to frown than to smile. I personally am happy young people like Kalan are admired for their talents.]
Posted by: katy | Mar 26, 2005 7:06:50 PM
First of all to those who post nasty things maybe you should learn to type and proofread what you are writeing..You just sound like an idiot..
I like Kalan and I hope he makes it in the USA and becomes a REAL star...
Posted by: Sandy | Mar 30, 2005 6:04:08 PM
hey i love kalan so much im his bigest fan
april brownlee
Posted by: April | Apr 29, 2005 1:23:33 PM
I adore Kalan Porter. He's so flippen talented. I wish I could play the violin like he does. And I love his style.
Posted by: Reanne | May 9, 2005 11:52:39 PM
i saw kalan perform and all i can say is wow he is totally awesome
I LOVE KALAN!!
Posted by: Rochelle | May 24, 2005 1:30:04 PM
kalan porter cant be compared to any one. i seen kalan in consert it was asome i have his cd and i lisen to it every day i lov it he dose have good rang and a voise you can drownd in i will go to every one of kalan's consert's and buy every one of kalan's cd's i allso love jacob hoggard i voted for both of them because i couldn'et beside wich one i liked beter cant wat for jacob's cd
Posted by: jasmine | May 26, 2005 2:40:12 PM
I saw kalan in peterborough on june 25th and he is sooo amazing, but seriously, kalan is an awesome person. He was getting pinned up the wall by screaming gurls and he looked so relaxed and kept a smile on his face. Hes such an amazing person and i have loved him since his first audition. All my friends always made fun of me for likeing him but i didnt care.
I think i can say kalan is the hottest guy on this earth!
luv you kalan! You rock!!!!!!
em
Posted by: emily | Jul 4, 2005 2:18:58 PM
hey. kalan porter is like the best thing that happened to music.he is super hott, he can sing like heck, he beat a girl, he can play paino, vilion, harmanaca, and more. now is that talented?? listen he cane from a buffal ranch but i don't think he will be going back 4 a while. i just got one question why r ppl all way s dissing him???
Posted by: angel | Jul 7, 2005 1:26:55 PM
I saw Kalan live at the Empire Theatre in Belleville in Febuary and it was the best i've ever seen Kalan sing!! He is a real Idol!!
Posted by: Mallory | Jul 18, 2005 7:41:16 AM
I agree with everyone here. Kalan Porter is not only incredibly hot, he is extremely talented. He came to my hometown with Amanda Stott.. and before the show I got to meet him. He is amazing. I don't really understand why he gets made fun of he a) does not look like a girl b) his name IS NOT Caitlyn Porter and c) the people who make fun of him probably would NOT have the courage to go up on stage in front of thousands and perform I should know I am a performer and it is hard.. I am heading for Canadian Idol Myself next season!! but you all are DUMB if you do not like Kalan Porter! All of his songs melt my heart, and his CD is amazing and I cannot wait for his next cd... I LOVE KALAN PORTER!!!
Posted by: Terri | Jul 26, 2005 2:17:09 PM
I'm a guy and I'm in the US!! I am 25 and live in North Carolina.
I became a fan of his music after going to Can Idols website just for the heck of it one day about a month ago, since he was the winner I checked his official site to see if he was as good as our American Idols. I was blown away! The only person in American Idol who even comes close to him in music quality is Kelly (her new stuff), but talentwise, Kalan has more of that than most artist period for someone his age! I wish he'd put his music out here!! I think he would tear up our charts bigtime! I ordered his CD the same night I went to his site and got it 3 days later in my mailbox, since then it hasn't left my CDplayer. I became of fan of his cause I like classic rock music and after hearing his versions of rock classics from Canadian Idol downloads, I think he has the voice and soul to take music to a place where it never has been before, he has almost brought a whole new element to rock mixing it with Classical sounds. It's pure musical genius and thats all there is to it. I can't wait to hear what he'll create now that he has more freedom on his 2nd album. We need Kalan Porter's music here in the US, I think he could start a new musical revolution that would shake up the rock world. There was Elvis, then the Beattles, Nirvana, and I think if he came here, one day Kalan would rank on that list. All those artists transformed music with their own never heard of before sounds, just like Kalan is doing in Canada now. He will be an international superstar. Canada gave the US and the world Celine, Shania, Bryan Adams, so many more, soon Canada will share Kalan too, and the sooner the better.
Posted by: Jonathan | Jul 30, 2005 7:35:36 PM
Heya Kalan,
I hope you read this. Well, I was totally blown away by the way you sang your heart out in "I can only imagine". It's one of my fav. Christian songs, which is my fav. music. I hope that no matter what, you'll always give glory to God and He'll make you shine while you show the world the wonderful things He can do through you. Keep on rocking on!!!
Alma
Posted by: Alma | Aug 18, 2005 10:23:28 AM
Hi Kalan
Just returned home from your concert at the Festival Of The Islands in Gan Ontario. I really enjoy your music ,but was very disappointed in the show . You sounded great from what we could hear of you over the very loud background music. Also I wish you had sung more songs off you CD. Which I really enjoy listening to. Keep up the good work.
Posted by: Sharan Ruthowsky | Aug 20, 2005 10:00:55 PM
I have to say I love Kalan!
I went to see him live at the Klondyke 2005 in Bay Roberts Newfoundland and it was great to see him live he has awsome talent and I hope he will go far!P.S.I love you Kalan Porter!
Posted by: Justine | Oct 17, 2005 4:41:46 PM
darin zanyar is hott
Posted by: sam | Nov 16, 2005 8:17:04 PM
Hi! I'm so proud to be a Canadian because of Kalan. He makes such a great ambassodor for Canada --- so unassuming, diligent, perceptive, mature and focused, not to mention his 15-year musical background and extremely unique vocal ability. Give him any song and he can deliver it like it's his. He has the ability to make the old new. And he is also a great song writer --- he wrote "After All" --- words and music. And interestingly, he is an extreme sport kind of guy --- snowboarding, waterskiing, skydiving, etc..
Check ctv.ca and click Canadian Idols on top right under programmes (or shows?) and then "Where are they now" at the very bottom right.
Also check www.steviesalas.com/news/index.shtml
Take care.
Posted by: wings | Nov 29, 2005 8:05:19 AM
sorry, I know this site is to post comments about Kalan, this is sort of irrelevant, but w/e. Do and of you read Fashion 18? It's a Canadian Magazine. Well, if you do, you'll know what I'm talking about. My cuz bought me a subscription for my b-day last year, and there was an interview with Kalan, and the questions were so idiotic, that I had to just put down the magazine, and laugh. How could anyone ask such a talented singer such stupid questions about his favourite super power or whatever? I thought that the whole point of the interview was to ask about where they get their inspiration from ect. But that? That was total rubbish, and I think that many celebrites deserve much more than a waste of time on useless questions. As for Kalan, I hope he'll go far, because he's got so much soul, inside and out.
Posted by: elise | Dec 20, 2005 10:08:14 PM
Kalan Porter...how can a single person say a single bad thing about this guy? i'm 15..i've been listening and watching this guy since his first audition. Hes the best thing thats happend to Canada..hes betetr then avril lavigne(sorry to avril...i mean im one of her biggest fans but..Kalan is my fav)Hes got the cute curls beautiful eyes..hes drop dead gorgeus,his voice is amazing...even talking you can say hes singing..he reminds me of an elf from lord of the rings...cause they were the most beutiful creatures on earth...except hes no creature and theres only one of him. My boyfirned dosent liek him caus ei lvoe him lol..but i love my boyfirend too and he knwos that so he wont be mean to kalan lol.
Kalan Porter if you ever read this you are my hero,stay true to your heart,be who you wanna be don't let any music person tell you other wise,your hot and u suld know that lol...Canada loves you and i think canda's flag should be you and avril lol...gotta add avril!
GO KALAN!!! and im one of ur biggest fans...lol one of the million fans u have hun
**kISSES!!!AND HUGS!!!!!*
JANNELLE
Posted by: Jannelle | Jan 19, 2006 6:36:40 PM
Wow. That was a very heated argument there between tz and Stacie. I have to say I completely agree with tz, and in no way am I being biased (considering that I am a very BIG Kalan fan). Kalan's vocal range is unbelieveable and he really does have great voice quality, personality and range. I think all these things and more add up to being a "good singer" with an extreme amount of talent. The great thing is, he knows how to use it. I also agree that hopefully BMG will not steer him in the poptart direction. From what I've seen and heard, he is a VERY hard rocker, and the music that he writes seems to be strongly going in that direction. I can't wait until his second album, I know it'll be very promising and show his talents. And maybe CI wasn't the best thing for him, but it did work for Kelly Clarkson and hopefully it can work for Canada at least once as well--and by that I'm referring to staying power. He seems to have it since he knows what he's doing. I like that he appeals to such a varied demographic, little kids to older people, male and female. It's awesome. I'm proud for him and for Canada, in which case there really should be no need to bash him, since he's doing a great job. Who in the hell is he hurting? I think Kalan is going to stay for a very long time, and even if he won't be remembered in the next 20 years, I will always be his biggest fan because I know he has it. Why question it?
Posted by: Sadaf | Mar 13, 2006 6:25:32 PM
Yes, I totally agree with you tz--awesome post. Kalan Porter has an amazing amount of talent and shouldn't be underestimated simply because he got his start on Canadian Idol. Not only can he sing, but he also has an amazing personality. I'd also like to say that those fans of Kalan's who are often referred to as "screaming teenagers/teenyboppers" are not stupid. They don't scream because they are just in love with Kalan because of the way he looks, they scream to show support for him and his amazing talent. Just because they're not thirty doesn't mean that their views are naive and can't be taken seriously.
I agree with Sadaf, I can't wait for his next album, I hope BMG will give Kalan some more freedom with this one and that it will represent who Kalan really is.
Posted by: Iman | Mar 14, 2006 5:47:02 PM
Hi! I'm a 37 yrs old woman who's crazy about Kalan. If I was 20 again, I'd jump at the chance of trying to meet him for a date. Everything about him is just my cup of tea as they say; the voice, the soul, the beautiful eyes and wonderful smile ! Keep on rocking with soul my sweet one...
Posted by: christine | Mar 25, 2006 11:07:49 PM
Kalan your music really inspires me to sing and someday it would be really cool if i had a chance to meet you i can i also play the violin
Posted by: Cristina Zillmer | Apr 2, 2006 12:55:05 AM
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