John Holmstrom, a renowned American underground cartoonist and writer, was born in 1954. He is widely recognized for his exceptional work in illustrating the iconic covers of the Ramones' albums, specifically "Rocket to Russia" and "Road to Ruin". Additionally, his endearing characters, Bosko and Joe, were featured in Scholastic's Bananas magazine from 1975 to 1984, captivating readers of all ages.
At the tender age of 21, Holstrom took on the pivotal role of founding editor for Punk Magazine. After Punk ceased publication in 1979, he went on to contribute his talents to various esteemed publications, including The Village Voice, Video Games magazine, K-Power, and Heavy Metal.