JOHN PAGANO: Pure Imagination

John Pagano

Pure Imagination

© 2008 JonVin Records

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Vocal influences of Donny Hathaway and Luther Vandross singing American classics accompanied by a 40-piece orchestra.

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John Pagano was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. He originally started out as a guitar player when he picked up the instrument at age nine and taught himself to sing while strumming The Platters classic Only You. John next learned to deliver a proficient version of the show biz anthem "On Broadway" and by age fourteen he was heading up his first band. John lied about his age and his band went to work regularly throughout the northeast. It was during this time that John began to pay particular attention to certain singers. John credits his vocal style to listening to such music icons such as Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, Donny Hathaway and Marvin Gaye. He continued to hone his craft by listening to these legends and working six nights a week, four sets a night for years. Johns live performance regimen quickly curbed any urges to over-sing, a trait common among young singers blessed with big voices.

John's current album project is PURE IMAGINATION which features a 40 piece orchestra, transitioning effortlessly between the role of producer & vocalist and recorded at the legendary Capitol Recording Studio A. John is also a featured vocalist in music icon Burt Bacharach's band. In addition to performing with Burt Bacharach, John has worked with Grammy award winning songwriter Barry Mann ("The Best I Ever Was"), renowned composer/producer George Duke ("Change In My Life"), George Howard (singing vocals on the saxophone players album Shower You With Love) and saxman Michael Lington's "Everlasting Love" (a song John co-wrote). John has also had a song of his covered by David Cassidy ("Sheltered").

Along the way John's voice also caught the ear of Jerry Seinfeld who invited him to open for his Las Vegas and Atlantic City shows.

John also appeared in the Adam Sandler film "Click", appearing and singing in a pivotal wedding scene.

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  • John Pagano
    author: Mar

    Fabulous voice.....saw him with Burt Bacharach quit a few years ago in Ohio and he stoled the show. I always thought no one could sing a Bacharach arrangement like Dionne, but, boy, was I wrong...p.s. Love her too!

  • john pagano pure imagination
    author: franco garagnani

    Wonderful voice and great arrangements. Go on, John!

  • Pure Imagination
    author: Steve Worland

    A fantastic album. Pagano is one of America's great voices. Can't wait his next offering. Steve Worland Sydney, Australia

  • Pure Heaven!!!
    author: Gill Harrison

    Saw a Burt Bacharach concert on TV here in England and had to find out more about the amazing male singer. With great expectations bought this CD and it did not disappoint. Great selection of songs, great arrangements and fabulous, smooth vocal. More please!!

  • Pure Imagination
    author: Linda Bock

    Loved what I heard. Great vocals!

  • John Pagano
    author: Tracy

    This is a fantastic album..I would LOVE to feature it in my restaurant! My faves are "Let's Fall In Love" & "(Love Is)The Tender Trap"..way to go John!

  • Run, do not walk, to purchase this CD!
    author: Stacy

    What a great collection of classics. John does a fantastic job interpreting these old favorites. Great orchestrations and John has a terrific voice!

  • LuxeGlobal Entertainment
    author: Robert L. Mani

    Fabulous voice, wonderful songs and great arrangements!

  • John Pagano:Pure Imagination
    author: Jeanne Froatz

    I have been extremely fortunate to hear John Pagano sing on several occasions while performing in concert with Burt Bacharach, Donna Taylor and Josie James. His soothing baritone can be detected on several Bacharach CDs. I have anxiously awaited a CD featuring John's powerful voice. I am so very happy for John Pagano and thrilled to have the pleasure of listening to him sing a selection of jazzy, sexy music regularly on CD. He has contributed his outstanding interpretation to some great music. Thanks John!

  • pure imagination
    author: susan

    upbeat and fun...terrific arrangements...John is the perfect singer to keep the great american songbook alive... I keep thinking of other standards he should record...good luck John

  • Pure Imagination
    author: Alvina Hackney

    I totally love this album and it hasn't left my CD player since receiving it a couple of weeks ago. There really isn't a song choice that I don't like.I have loved "Pure imagination" since i heard it on "Kenny Login's Back to Pooh Corner". I am hoing it gets the promotion and airplay it deserves. Look out Michael Buble.

  • John Pagano
    author: anthony arena

    It's been a long time coming. Finally John Pagano will be heard. Good Luck John !!!!!!

  • John Pagano is a STAR!
    author: Gomez De Maria

    I bought this album, and I am waiting for it to arrive. However based on what I hear... it is the Best of John Pagano YET! This guy is no the only the BEST!... but he has Burt as well. Now THAT is something! Ride on John! I expect to hear more of and from YOU! Gomez de maria 575.993.3030 emailsent2u@gmail.com

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