John Hoskinson - Wearing His Beat Group Influences With Pride
Reviewed by Chris Welch / Boston, United Kingdom on June 27, 2007
If you've only just discovered Hoskinson's work via the recently released 'Pancho Fantastico' then you are in for a treat. His 2004 solo debut 'Miscellaneous Heathen' is every bit as good and well worth hunting down.From the Mr Blue sky piano intro to 'I Hope I Die Before You Do' to the Lennonesque melody and Harrison like solo of closing track 'Time Will Tell' Hoskinson wears his classic beat group influences with pride. 'I Belong To You', with its infectious chorus and smart brass flourishes, should have been a big summer hit whilst the quirky 'Waiting For Someone To Call' is Difford and Tilbrook at their most commercial. The gorgeous 'Going Nowhere' and the smart 'It's like Cigarettes' ably demonstrate that this native Californian can handle the slower numbers with as much restraint and panache as the up tempo. Lyrically accomplished, possessed of a great voice (think Macca and Neil Finn) and clearly in love with the music he makes, John Hoskinson is one of power pops best kept secrets. Fans of Wings era McCartney, Badfinger and, more recently, The Feeling should sign up now.
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Smart Pop for Now People
Reviewed by Buddy Love / Los Angeles, CA on November 05, 2006
This is a terrific CD, hands down one of my favorites ever, and I own thous... read more
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Beautifully conceived from start to finish
Reviewed by Anna Borg / Los Angeles, CA on September 13, 2005
"Miscellaneous Heathen" plays like a series of short stories, rather than a... read more
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This album might get you laid!
Reviewed by Christopher Lee Barnes / North Hollywood, CA on September 04, 2005
If you like chicks/dudes who favor clever lyrics, solid production values, ... read more
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BUY THIS CD!!
Reviewed by Kat Adibi / Los Angeles, CA on September 04, 2005
John's a great LA-based singer-songwriter. The songs are this CD are catchy... read more
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It's a goodie!
Reviewed by Niki Smart / Newport Beach, CA on September 10, 2004
I play it over and over in my car which is uncharacteristic, makes me feel ... read more
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This guy is REALLY GOOD!
Reviewed by Zak Morgan / Chicago, IL on August 25, 2004
I happened to catch a clip of John singing live while channel surfing in Lo... read more
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A Pop Heaven for Miscellaneous Heathens
Reviewed by Warren Allen / The OC, California on July 23, 2004
John Hoskinson regularly delivers sit-up-and-take-notice live performances ... read more
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