Jon Paris

A member of Johnny Winter's band and a frequent guest of Les Paul's, Milwaukee native and NYC resident Jon Paris has stories to tell! Greg and John get into the Gristle on today's episode.

1:59 - Growing up outside of Milwaukee, starting out as a drummer, the intriguing naturing of the early Beatles, and Jon’s band The Ox
16:19 - Jon’s chops playing the bass and harmonica
19:13 - Jon’s transition from The Ox to New York, and a bunch of fun stories
39:33 - Jon’s relationship with Johnny Winter, and floating around with friends and different bands in New York
55:38 - Getting the gig with Johnny Winter, hanging out with Les Paul, and so much more
86:39 - Some of Jon’s favorite guitar players, and GETTING LOUD


Total Length: 97:37

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Chapters

• 1:59 Growing up outside of Milwaukee, starting out as a drummer, the intriguing naturing of the early Beatles, and Jon’s band The Ox
• 16:19 Jon’s chops playing the bass and harmonica
• 19:13 Jon’s transition from The Ox to New York, and a bunch of fun stories
• 39:33 Jon’s relationship with Johnny Winter, and floating around with friends and different bands in New York
• 55:38 Getting the gig with Johnny Winter, hanging out with Les Paul, and so much more
• 1:26:39 Some of Jon’s favorite guitar players, and GETTING LOUD