Paris King

'...clutching an acoustic guitar that he held like a Brazilian folk singer, with the neck up high and his fingers crooked delicately over the strings. At first, it was a bit shocking; who melds loose, folksy songwriting with dance beats? ...was he a genius? ...the music had such a strong afterglow that by the end of each song you anxiously awaited the next. King is an acquired taste that will grow on you.' -Katy St.Claire - East Bay Express

'...music for guitar, bass and percussion composed and played by Paris King ...enhanced the drama.' -Jack Anderson - The New York Times

'The sound of life today and tomorrow.' - Rico Garfunkel - Defunct Magazine

'The laid-back King seemed content ...his musicianship made it all possible.'

'Paris King made magic out of poetry, soul-stirring song craft, and funky beats.' -Eric K. Arnold - Bay Guardian

'It's Sept. 12, and this is the first chance to smile that any of the assembled have had in two days; the relief it brings is profound.'

'King's music is at times so minimal ...but then suddenly it creeps up ...with electronics that converge in a scream.' -Amanda Nowinski - SF Bay Guardian

' Guitarist Paris King, freed from the task of providing all the rhythmic accompaniment, appeared rejuvenated.'

'Original songs ... were greeted with the same fanfare as the Missy Elliot tune Sake One spun later that night.' -Eric K. Arnold - Urbanview

'Something From Nothing is exactly the kind of music program directors and major labels don't want you to know exists. Get the CD now and you'll be able to claim bragging rights when Keepers of Tym blow up.' -Eric K. Arnold - East Bay Express

' ...moves in a new direction both musically and lyrically.'

' ...it's underground in the way Miles Davis' On The Corner and the Last Poets' This Is Madness were underground.'

' ...with organic, unprocessed music containing no commercial additives.' - San Francisco Bay Guardian

'Ever since Cream blasted onto the scene in 1966, the trio has been a vital vehicle in Rock and Roll. In the Jazz world trios have long been a staple and a viable way of delivering musical bliss, but in Rock trios were rare until the titanic threesome of Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Ginger Baker joined forces to turn the Rock world on its ear. From that single eruption sprang forth many other trios of note, some great (The Police, Crosby, Stills &; Nash, Nirvana) some less-so (Souther, Hillman, Furay Band) and some rather unsung (Uncle Tupelo, Grant Lee Buffalo). And now add to this heady legacy three guys from the Bay Area--Paris King, Jayme Arredondo, and Jeff Drudge--known collectively as the Paris King Band. Playing together since 2004, guitarist-vocalist King, bassist Drudge, and drummer Arrendondo have created a distillation of the last 25 years of music on their debut album Music To Groove To. Within these digital grooves, are songs that combine the tight, three piece dynamics of the Police and Rush (“Sharpshooter”, “Refrain”, and “Crash”) with the Alt Rock guitar histronics of the Pixies (“Broken Heart”) and the funky rhythms of Primus (“Night All Week” , “Dying To Be Heard”) into a cohesive and satisfying whole that does more than show promise for the future. For this band, I’d say that the future is already here. With songs as varied as the delicately acoustic “Wildfire” and the electro pop of “When We Ride”, these three men demonstrate their versatility as well their chops as players; and as players, they are first rate, the intricate rhythms of “Refrain” and “Beatrice” being particular examples of their abilities. Pulling off music this complex is not easy for four or five musicians, let alone three, but the Paris King Band manage this feat splendidly on Music To Groove To, putting themselves into the ranks of the great trios of the past and present.' -Gina Morris - EvolutionOfMedia.com

'"Urbanfolksunshine" by Khalil Anthony, is a socially relevant CD of mainly adult rock music with a reggae influence. The musicianship and recording quality are very good. The tracks on the CD include a variety of genres from reggae to adult rock, which keeps the CD interesting throughout. The lyrics are deep and directed to important global issues such as war and social injustice. The rhythmic grooves and timing is very complex on many tracks, yet the band remains tight throughout and the songs remain melodic and enjoyable. "So Hard," is a very strong track with a socially dark message, but a memorable chorus with a well-fitted complex rhythmic pattern. "Stop" has a nice mix of male and female vocals, and a powerful message in the hook-filled chorus. "Hey," which has all the elements of an adult rock hit, is our favorite track. If you enjoy adult rock music that has a reggae influence, you will enjoy this CD. Pick up a copy today!' -Review by RadioIndy staff - Radio Indy