Taste Test: Jared Porter

The best record I stole from my folks’ collection was… I don't think my parents had any records that I would wanted to steal when I was younger. Maybe now?

The first record I bought with my own money was… I will never forget it. It was one of the most influential albums for me: Switchfoot – The Beautiful Letdown.

The record I put on when I’m really miserable is… Just about anything that makes you feel good! There is too much sadness in the world to embellish it.

The record I put on when I bring someone home is… Well I am a married man so those tricks stay in the secrecy of our bedroom! ;)

My favourite party album is… I probably shouldn't admit this... but it would be any Katy Perry album. Most recently though her latest, Prism.

The best album to come down to is… Riser by Dierks Bently. It just has all the right songs, for all the right emotions.

The most surprising record in my collection is… I grew up with a dad singing R&B, rock and country, and a black sister who listens to rap and hip hop. I don't think one really does. Maybe... Simple Plan? 

The last thing I bought/downloaded was… I had to have Round Here by Florida Georgia Line. Just bought it last week! It's freakin’ awesome!

The record I’m loving right now is… Billy Currington's Icon. Came out in 2011, but just has so many songs on it that are killer. It’s about as country as you can get, but I love it!

When and where are your next gigs? 10 Sep, Revolver Upstairs, and also on 12 Sep with Morgan Evans.

Jared Porter website.