Born in Guam and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, Rebecca Porter blends soulful melodies and fearless lyrics with her honey-smooth voice to create her own brand of Appalachian honky tonk. Her 2023 EP, Queen of the Local, earned national acclaim and led to recognition in Rissi Palmer's Color Me Country Class of 2024, features on Ed Helms' Good Country, and a debut on NPR's Mountain Stage. Known for electrifying live performances, Porter captivates audiences with her emotional intensity and grit. With her highly anticipated debut album, Roll With the Punches, set for release in August 2025 (announcing April 25), Porter's personal and raw storytelling continues to push boundaries, projecting a cinematic soundscape that balances traditional country’s rugged spirit with an unapologetic journey of perseverance.
"An absolutely honky tonkin' Pacific Islander country singer-songwriter from rural Virginia. We've featured Porter on BGS before - and she's one of Rissi Palmer's Color Me Country Class of 2024."
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Reminisce on 106.1 The Corner's picks for the best music from Virginia Man, Rebecca Porter, Rare Bird Alert, Acelia and more.
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BGS 5+5: Rebecca Porter
Get to know a little bit more about Rebecca Porter through her feature with The Bluegrass Situation.
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