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 -

“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

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

"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)