PRESS :

“great songwriting skills and has an enigmatic sound…”
Review from Wildy’s World - read full review

“the young man is a unique storyteller and songwriter”
Review from Skope Magazine - read full review

“refreshing…his music will certainly satisfy the urban cowboy in everyone, even the gravest of country music cynics.”
Review from Chicks With Guns - read full review

“Very impressive, no matter how you cut it… John Paul will soon be a recognized name with this nice collection of songs.”
Review from Eat, Sleep, Drink Music - read full review

“Each track on “Belmont Boulevard” is pregnant with literally tens of influences, emotions, and meanings, meaning that tracks like “Chameleon” or “Card” are the equivalent to a musical “Ulysses” or “Gravity’s Rainbow”.”
Review from NeuFutur - read full review

"John Paul's debut record, 'Belmont Boulevard', is a fantastic collection of songs reminiscent of Ryan Adams and Paul Westerburg.  Excellent songs, great hooks, and honest delivery...If you like good music, you will love this record!"
- Brad Pemberton (Ryan Adams and The Cardinals)

“Paul possesses a very clear and soothing voice and writes lyrics that are both thoughtful and compelling in equal measure.”
Review from Jersey Beat - read full review

“Possessing poise and maturity that belies his 22 years”
Review from Boston Post Gazette - read full review

"Local boy John Paul is no pope, but he does sing divinely..."
Review from The Bostonist

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“Winter Trek” is an album that makes you rejoice in the singer/songwriter vein of musicianship. John Paul delivers meaningful hooks with extremely versatile range and a ubiquitous vocal. Some songs are extremely minimal while others seem like it would have taken an army to arrange them. It’s always great to see a drummer move past the skins and into songwriting.”

"a rare talent"

- Scene Magazine

"In his lyrics, guitarist/keyboardist/singer John Paul completely immerses the listener in the environment he is describing...Paul gives a stunning performance"

- 88.9 WERS

“JOHN PAUL – WINTER TREK: John Paul is a busy man. He is a full time student at Emerson College and a singer/songwriter. John plays bass, drums, guitar and piano on his thirteen-track CD. Paul has performed in a number of bands but this album is mostly a solo project with some collaborations. John’s sound is a blend of airy pop and modern rock. His stories are varied with many moods ranging from happy to sad. ‘Sunshine’ floats on dreamy keys and instrumentation. John uses a low key vocal style reminiscent of Donovan that is complemented by female vocalist Jessica Wallner. ‘Lovely Evening’ has a reflective tone with whispering vocals as the tempo and texture of the song slowly grows. ‘Yellow Jacket’ is catchy, colorful and perhaps a bit quirky. John Paul has potential and Winter Trek is a good start on his musical journey!”

- J-Sin of Smother Magazine

Recommended Tracks: (5,10,11) [USA/MA 2006 - web] (Review by Laura Turner Lynch for Kweevak.com)