L.A. singer-songwriter hits right note with superb follow-up
Reviewed by Brian Kielty / Liverpool, England on September 29, 2007
Building upon the strong foundations of his excellent debut album 'Miscellaneous
Heathen', Hoskinson moves on to another level in term of his songwriting craft and
performance. Not afraid to wear his influences on his sleeve (Beatles, Crowded
House, Zombies etc) he is mastering the art of instantly 'catchy' melodic, pop-tinged
songs. Standout track tracks include the Jellyfishesque "Miss Rejection", the Phil
Spector influenced "Just Think It Over", the jaunty "Only One By Your Side" and the
(down the pub) singlalong album closer "We Can Never Be Friends". Pancho
Fantatastic has 13 gems which will appeal to fans of Neil Finn/Crowded House and
those appreciative of the "powerpop" genre.
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The Man Behind the Mask
Reviewed by Hillary Manning / Los Angeles, CA on August 02, 2007
This album is truly great. The first time I heard John Hoskinson sing was a... read more
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Fantastico!
Reviewed by Kevin Colebank / Old Saybrook, CT on July 08, 2007
Absolutely the best, most original work that I've heard in a very very long... read more
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Pancho Fantastico is magnifico!
Reviewed by Kat Adibi / Los Angeles, CA on July 08, 2007
I love this CD; it’s pure pop/rock magic! Every song is unique, but they al... read more
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Me like Pancho!
Reviewed by Richard Snow / United Kingdom on July 07, 2007
Another cracker from John. Opens with a piece of ELO-esque power pop magic.... read more
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Great Band
Reviewed by Sharon Riley / Harrisburg, PA on July 06, 2007
The music is very relaxing to listen to what great arangement of songs they... read more
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Tops in Pops!
Reviewed by Mark C. Easter / Missouri on July 06, 2007
Fantastic album... even better than Miscellaneous Heathen, which I didn't t... read more
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Viva Pancho Fantastico!
Reviewed by Lani Anzivino / Seal Beach, CA on July 06, 2007
Pancho Fantastico is a superhero of an album, saving listeners with discern... read more
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Pop with a Twist!
Reviewed by Tina Bold / KUCR-FM / Riverside, CA on July 06, 2007
John Hoskinson is a true poet. His lyrics are excellent. The song arr... read more
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Well Crafted Colorful Pop Music
Reviewed by Boris Kenton / Los Angeles, CA on June 23, 2007
This is the second full-length release from Hoskinson, following the equall... read more
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American Power Pop With Bite - Well Worth The Trip
Reviewed by Chris Welch / United Kingdom on June 17, 2007
John Hoskinson's latest release is a power pop gem. Full of great melodies,... read more
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Muy Fantastico!
Reviewed by Buddy Love / Los Angeles, CA on June 10, 2007
You will know from a previous review that I deeply admire John Hoskinson, a... read more
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