John Visconti, Author at CultureSonar

Author: John Visconti

John Visconti is a lifelong music and movie aficionado with wide-ranging tastes, including The Beatles, Otis Redding, and Bruce Springsteen, right on through to modern-day practitioners of power pop and retro soul. You can get into a spirited discussion with him about various film noir classics, or the relative merits of the entries in Toho’s Godzilla series. After long stints in both publishing and IT, he’s currently working in the healthcare world in a non-clinical role. You can check out his blog, John V's Eclectic Avenue at http://jveclectic.blogspot.com.

by John Visconti April 22, 2023 Comments4

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The One-Hit Wonder File: “Smoke From A Distant Fire”

“Smoke From A Distant Fire” was their only big hit — but this blue-eyed-soul earworm burned hot in the 70s.

by John Visconti April 10, 2023 Comments2

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“Hey Doll Baby”: A Love Letter to The Everly Brothers

A recent release compiled by the family of The Everly Brothers showcases a wider variety of songs covered than you might expect.

by John Visconti March 14, 2023 Comments4

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“Daisy Jones & The Six”: A Love Letter to 70s Rock

“Daisy Jones & The Six” is a not-so-fictionalized series about a 70s band going through the highs and lows of stardom.

by John Visconti February 23, 2023 Comments1

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When Burt Bacharach & Elvis Costello Collaborated

Burt Bacharach had one of music’s most prolific careers. His collaboration with Elvis Costello brought two exceptional songwriters together.

by John Visconti February 21, 2023 Comments10

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Before E.L.O. There Was The Move

Over a short period, Jeff Lynne, Bev Bevans, and Roy Wood helped forge what would eventually become Electric Light Orchestra. Revisit their roots via the trippy ’60s band, The Move.