John Paris – Surf Jazz Meets Rock & Roll

Blending surf-jazz textures with psychedelic rock spirit, John Paris delivers a high-energy night of guitar-driven storytelling and lyrical charm. His sound fuses nostalgic, homegrown melodies with adventurous improvisation—crafted for those who appreciate expressive fretwork and songs that hit both the heart and the groove.

Over the past decade, Paris has performed everywhere from post-Soviet rock clubs to Nashville honky-tonks, with stops in New York City, Berlin, Nashville, and Charleston shaping his eclectic style. Now based back in NYC, he’s touring regionally with his original rock project and a Jam Mayer tribute group.

Known for his fiery yet nuanced guitar work, Paris moves seamlessly from intricate counterpoint to playful improvisation—always guiding the crowd back to the warmth and wit of his folk-tinged songwriting.