Paris (band)
| Company type | Supergroup |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1975 |
| Defunct | 1977 |
| Headquarters | United States |
Key people | Bob Welch, Glenn Cornick, Thom Mooney, Hunt Sales, Tony Fox Sales |
| Products | Music albums |
| Parent | Capitol Records |
Paris was a power trio supergroup from the United States, specializing in rock music. Established in 1975, the band featured guitarist and vocalist Bob Welch, who had recently left Fleetwood Mac, bassist Glenn Cornick formerly of Jethro Tull, and drummer Thom Mooney from the band Nazz.
History
In 1976, Paris issued two albums through Capitol Records: their self-titled debut Paris and the follow-up Big Towne, 2061. The group embarked on extensive tours, performing alongside notable bands such as Blue Öyster Cult, Rush, Cheap Trick, Rainbow, and Heart. After releasing their first album, drummer Mooney was succeeded by Hunt Sales, who had connections with Rundgren.
The musical style of Paris transitioned from straightforward rock to a blend that incorporated funk influences, marking a departure from Welch’s earlier sound. When Cornick left the lineup, he was replaced by Tony Fox Sales, Hunt Sales’ brother. Although there were intentions to produce a third record, these plans were halted due to Hunt Sales’ illness and the band’s limited commercial impact, resulting in their breakup in 1977.
Songs originally meant for the third album were later adapted into Welch’s solo breakthrough French Kiss, allowing Capitol Records to convert the band's contract into a solo agreement. Following Paris’ dissolution, Welch pursued his solo career while the Sales brothers collaborated with musicians such as Iggy Pop before joining Tin Machine alongside David Bowie. Meanwhile, Cornick moved to the United States and revived his group Wild Turkey during the 1990s.
In 2013, both Paris (TYCP-80036) and Big Towne, 2061 (TYCP-80037) were remastered and reissued as paper-sleeve SHM-CD editions by Capitol Records/USM Japan/Universal Music.
Discography
- Paris (1976)
- Big Towne, 2061 (1976)