E James Paris

E James Paris — Music Producer, Songwriter, Recording Artist & Filmmaker

E James Paris is a music producer, songwriter, recording artist, film producer, and author whose multifaceted career spans music production, live performance, original recordings, and the preservation of American musical history.

A multi-instrumentalist with a passion for collaboration and musical storytelling, Paris has performed with legendary acts including The Coasters, The New Christy Minstrels, and The Darrell Mansfield Band. His performance credits also include PBS-televised John Denver tribute productions. Beyond the stage, he has contributed to major music industry events, including the 51st and 52nd Annual Grammy Awards and MusiCares productions honoring some of the most influential artists in music.

As a recording artist and songwriter, Paris continues to write, produce, and record original music while collaborating with accomplished musicians. His creative partnership with legendary Motown Funk Brother Jack Ashford brought Ashford’s iconic tambourine playing to three of Paris’s releases: Motown Hitsville USA, The Spirit Moves Through It, and I Was A Wishin’ I Was A Fishin’. These collaborations unite Paris’s original compositions with the distinctive sound of a musician who helped shape Motown’s celebrated musical legacy.

In 2026, Paris expanded his film and music portfolio by composing music for the movie trailer Monaco Maneuver. His music was also featured in an episode of the YouTube channel Dig That Beep, titled “The Drought Revealed What Was Hidden Beneath This Lake For Decades,” bringing his work to new audiences through digital media.

Paris is currently producing The Spirit Moves Through It, a film and music project documenting the life and legacy of Jack Ashford and the legendary Motown Funk Brothers. Scheduled for release in 2027, the project aims to preserve an important chapter of American music history through firsthand stories, musical heritage, and the legacy of the musicians behind the Motown sound. The project is intended to bring greater recognition to the artists whose contributions helped define an era. Further information and production details are available through IMDb.

His film production experience also includes Shark Lake, IMDb, starring Dolph Lundgren, adding to his work across music and film.

Paris is also an author whose creative interests extend beyond recording studios and film sets. His published works include Jumpstart Guitar Arrangement — Method for Songwriters, a music instruction book designed for songwriters, and A Cat Named Steve and a Dog Named Doug, a music-themed storybook. Both titles are available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Across music, film, live performance, and publishing, E. James Paris remains dedicated to creating original work, collaborating with exceptional musicians, and preserving the stories, sounds, and artistic contributions that have shaped generations of American music.