| John Paris | |
| Landscape: | Yes |
| Background: | non_vocal_instrumentalist |
| Birth Date: | DD MM YYYY |
| Birth Place: | Trenton, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Instrument: | Multi-instrumentalist |
| Occupation: | Musician, arranger, producer, singer, and songwriter |
| Years Active: | 1987– current |
John Paris is an American musician, best known as the drummer for Earth, Wind & Fire.[1] [2]
John Paris was born in Trenton, New Jersey, into a musically inclined family. His mother was a musician and jazz singer, and his father was a big band leader and singer. Paris began playing drums at a young age. During his early teens, he relocated to San Francisco and later to Oakland, California, where he became involved in the local music scene.
Throughout his career, Paris has toured and recorded with such artists as Whitney Houston, Bob Dylan, Patti LaBelle, Philip Bailey, Verdine White, Wayman Tisdale, Jimmy Cliff, Sheila E., Karyn White, Eric Benét, Natalie Cole, Donna Summer, Honey Cone, Kelly Clarkson, Stephanie Mills, Mica Paris, Bruce Hornsby, and Meghan Trainor.[3]
In 2001, John Paris joined Earth, Wind & Fire as their drummer. His drumming has become a key element of the band's distinctive sound, contributing to their continued success. Paris has appeared on the albums The Promise and Now, Then & Forever, and has been an integral part of their extensive world tours.[4]
John Paris is also a member of the American music duo Back 2 Basics,[5] which he formed with Eddie Mininfield. Back 2 Basics blends smooth jazz, soul, R&B, and, pop reflecting their diverse musical backgrounds.