The Parris Bowens Legacy
Parris Bowens II inspired countless musicians and artists across genres. His influence in modern music was wide as he found himself arranging, composing, and touring with acts ranging from Israel Houghton to Marvin Sapp, Justin Timberlake, The Roots, Anthony Hamilton, Lauryn Hill, Musiq Soulchild, Timbaland, and so many more.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, he inherited music and art at an early age from his parents, who were pastors. He was the eldest of five kids and came from a very musical household. He attended the Philadelphia Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) high school where Boyz II Men, Questlove, Christian McBride, Bilal, Joey DeFrancesco, and Leslie Odom attended as well.
Creatively, he considered becoming an animator and exploring his gift as a visual artist, but all of that changed in 1998 when he was discovered by Tye Tribbett and got his big break. He spent the next 10 years as an integral part of Soundcheck, Tye Tribbett’s massively influential band that was stacked with top musicians. During that time, he was signed to Sony and released three albums with them – LIFE , Victory LIVE , Standout .
As an indie artist, Parris released his own projects A Digital Flow VOL.1 & 2, The Freedom Project, Parris & the Revival, A Time With You, Stay: LIVE In Baltimore, and Mitch’s Moves. He also performed with his band Tiny Spicy Chick’n.
Parris’ influence and impact reached far beyond the gospel community, touching musical artists across genres, ages, and geographies. His legacy will forever live on.
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