The Wayne Gretzky of Guitar Players
by MusicFan19 on 2012-12-02West End Cultural Centre - WinnipegWhen you look at the music industry it is somehow perverse that a man with this kind of talent is playing a venue like the WECC. And that's not a shot at the venue, I love it and I'm happy that it is there so that we can enjoy the many talents that grace its stage. It's just that Willie Porter should be playing to a much larger audience. His guitar playing is so impressive for its technicality and most importantly his originality. He doesn't play like anyone else I've ever seen. I could watch him play all day and night long. His singing and showmanship, including a seriously sharp wit and sense of humour, are also as good as it gets. His songwriting both intelligent and interesting. Bottom line is, if you've never had the chance to see him live, never miss the chance again!