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Gregory Porter | Essential albums and listening guide

Explore Gregory Porter through Be Good. Discover what to listen for and follow related styles to your next record.

Gregory Porter

Vocals

Meet the artist

A singer with a deep, warm voice nurtured by gospel and Nat King Cole. His original songs connect jazz and soul with themes of love and community. Resonant low notes and expansive melody give words careful attention.

Gospel strength coexists with the conversational softness of an intimate ballad. Original songs connect personal feeling with a concern for other people, bringing jazz singing close to everyday life. Band improvisation and clear song structures welcome soul listeners too. Phrase endings and lingering words reveal expressive detail beyond the sheer power of the voice.

Where to start listening

Notice not only the voice's fullness but also where words fall against the beat. After following the singer, find the replies from piano and horns.

  1. Be Good album cover2012

    Be Good

    Gregory Porter

    A piece that conveys the warmth of a baritone voice and the charm of original compositions. The jazz ensemble and soul-like vocals blend together, singing about love and everyday life with a deep voice.

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  2. Liquid Spirit album cover2013

    Liquid Spirit

    Gregory Porter

    A masterpiece released by Bruno Note. Its singing voice, with a background of gospel and soul music, conveys feelings of love and community, along with the dynamic spirit of jazz.

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