Ian Paice is considered one of the greatest rock drummers of all time.
He has been an original member of Deep Purple since its formation in 1968 and has played on every album.
Paice is married and has three children, including a son who played rugby.
Biography
Early Life
Ian Anderson Paice was born on June 29, 1948, in England. He is best known as the drummer and an original member of the iconic rock band Deep Purple. Paice's musical journey began early, influenced by a variety of jazz and rock drummers, including Gene Krupa and Ringo Starr. His unique left-handed drumming style and matched-grip technique set him apart in the rock music scene.
Career
Paice's career took off when he co-founded Deep Purple in 1968, and he has remained the only member to participate in every lineup and album since the band's inception. His drumming is characterized by fast and smooth single and double-stroke rolls, and he is recognized for his exceptional skill, which has earned him a place among the greatest rock drummers of all time. In 2016, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Deep Purple, solidifying his legacy in the music industry.
Personal Life
Ian Paice is married to Jacky, who is the twin sister of the late Jon Lord's wife. The couple has three children: James, Emmy, and Calli. Despite a health scare in 2016 when he suffered a mini-stroke, Paice made a swift recovery and returned to performing shortly after. He is also known for his love of rugby, supporting the England team, and has a son who played the sport.
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Discography
Human Mechanic2022
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E-Thnik2005
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Gemini Suite1971
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X Moves2021
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You Fool No One2021
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Groups
- Deep Purpledrums (drum set), original, percussion · 1984current
- Green Bullfrogdrums (drum set)current
- Ian Paice’s Sunflower Superjamcurrent
- Paice Ashton Lordcurrent
- The Mazedrums (drum set)current
- M I 51966
- Deep Purpledrums (drum set), original, percussion · 1968–1976
- Whitesnakedrums (drum set) · 1979–1982
Played together with
Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1987–1991 · electric guitar- Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1994–1994 · electric guitar
- Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1997–1997 · electric guitar
- Aynsley DunbarWhitesnake · 1987–1987 · drums (drum set)
Bernie MarsdenWhitesnake · 1978–1982 · electric guitar- Brian TichyWhitesnake · 2011–2013 · drums (drum set)
- Chris FrazierWhitesnake · 2007–2010 · drums (drum set)
Cozy PowellWhitesnake · 1982–1985 · drums (drum set)- Dave DowleWhitesnake · 1978–1979 · drums (drum set)
David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1978–1991 · lead vocals, original- David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1994–1994 · lead vocals, original
- David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1997–1997 · lead vocals, original
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Also known as: Ian Anderson Paice, イアン・ペース
Ian Anderson Paice is an English musician who is the drummer and an original member of the rock band Deep Purple. He remains the only member of Deep Purple who has served in every line-up since the band's inception in 1968, as well as having played on every album and at every live appearance. He is considered one of the greatest rock drummers of all time, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Deep Purple in 2016.
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