John Paul Jones

John Paul Jones: Hoediddle

by Geno Thackara
January 4, 2025

Sure, everybody and their uncle knows about that band that John Paul Jones played in once upon a time, but there has seemed to be practically no recognition for his two (and apparently still only) solo albums from around the turn of the century. These were a pair of wild--and impressively eclectic, in the case of '01's The Thunderthief--stompers that can still singe your eyebrows off at ten yards. ...

Minibus Pimps: Cloud to Ground

by Nenad Georgievski
April 4, 2014

Characterized by gloom and intricacy, the music on Cloud to Ground by Minibus Pimps is like a set of sonic hallucinogens that permeate deep in the mind. Minibus Pimps is a brainchild of Supersilent's Helge Sten and Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones, and the result is a creation that is deeply abstract, complex, austere and is virtually unclassifiable. Ever since the demise of Led Zeppelin, judging by JPJ's releases, collaborations, production or arranger duties, it is evident that ...

John Paul Jones: The Thunderthief

by Glenn Astarita
April 12, 2002

Famous for his affiliation with hard rock rockers Led Zeppelin, John Paul Jones is a proficient multi-instrumentalist who has delved into multiple genres since the mega-popular band’s departure from the scene. He has produced various artists and has composed for film, amid collaborations with avant-garde diva Diamanda Galás and others. The Thunderthief represents only his third solo effort.

King Crimson’s fabled guitar hero Robert Fripp provides a stinging solo on the power packed opener, “Leafy Meadows.” Meanwhile, ...

Happy Birthday, John Paul Jones!

Source: JamBase
January 4, 2009

ZEPPELIN'S BASS GOD IS A HEARTY 63-YEARS-OLD TODAY

The “quiet one" in Led Zeppelin was also the one responsible for many of that band's innovative nuances, not to mention his strata shaking low end brilliance. We adore every little thing about John Paul Jones - his musicianship, his versatility, his gentlemanly ways. JPJ is everything good about serious rock musicians, and he embodies much of the underlying philosophy here at JamBase, where a dedication to great music - of whatever ...
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XMAS Jam Adds John Paul Jones Daily Schedules Announced

Source: JamBase
November 13, 2008

Warren Haynes' Christmas Jam Adds John Paul Jones, Daily Schedules Announced

Warren Haynes' Christmas Jam is pleased to announce that John Paul Jones will be joining the Jam. Other recently announced performers include Coheed and Cambria, Roosevelt Collier and Audley Freed.

The Christmas Jam lineup and day schedules have been posted below. More artists will be added over the coming weeks. Pre-sale Civic Center and VIP Ticket Packages are still available via Christmas Jam Ticketing. Tickets will go on-sale to ...
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