John Paris
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Paris drumming with Earth, Wind, & Fire in 2010
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| Background information | |
| Born | 1968 (age 55–56) |
| Genres | Funk, R&B, soul |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Drums, Saxophone |
| Years active | 2001- current |
| Associated acts | Earth, Wind, & Fire |
John Paris (born 1968) is a drummer, saxophonist, arranger, songwriter and electric guitarist and since 2001 has been the drummer for the band Earth, Wind & Fire. Paris currently plays and endorses Drum Workshop Drums, Remo drumheads, Vic Firth drumsticks and Sabian Cymbals.[1][2]
John has also composed and performed songs for the indie released Gruvdisciples, "Move It On" CD produced by Loud Sunday Music. He has also worked with Bob Dylan, Jimmy Cliff, Waymon Tisdale, Sheila E, Patti La Belle, Karyn White, The Dazz Band, and Eric Benet.
