Paul Jackson Jr. facts for kids
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Paul Jackson Jr.
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| Birth name | Paul Milton Jackson Jr. |
| Born | December 30, 1959 |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
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| Years active | 1976–present |
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Paul Milton Jackson Jr. is a super talented American musician. He is known for playing the guitar. He also writes and produces music. He was born on December 30, 1959.
Paul Jackson Jr. is not just a recording artist. He is also a session player. This means he plays guitar for other famous musicians. He has worked with many stars over several decades. Some of these include Michael Jackson (no relation to Paul), Whitney Houston, The Temptations, and Daft Punk. He has also played with rock bands like Chicago and artists like Elton John. He has worked with jazz musicians like George Duke and Dave Koz. He even played for Christian artists like Don Moen.
He helped create songs on the album Random Access Memories by Daft Punk. He also played on Birdy's second album Fire Within. In 2014, he played guitar on Lisa Stansfield's album, Seven. Paul Jackson Jr. has also played guitar on popular TV shows. These include The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and American Idol.
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Paul Jackson Jr.'s Own Music
Paul Jackson Jr. has released many albums as the main artist. These albums show his unique guitar style. They feature his own compositions and arrangements.
Albums by Paul Jackson Jr.
- I Came to Play (1988)
- Out of the Shadows (1990)
- A River in the Desert (1993)
- Never Alone: Duets (1996)
- The Power of the String (2001)
- Still Small Voice (2003)
- Lay It Back (2008)
- Stories from Stompin' Willie (2016)
Music with Jazz Funk Soul
Paul Jackson Jr. is also part of a group called 'Jazz Funk Soul'. He plays with Jeff Lorber and Everette Harp in this group. They have released two albums together.
- Life and Times (2019)
- Forecast (2022)
Playing for Other Artists
Paul Jackson Jr. is a very busy session musician. He has played guitar on albums for many different artists. Here are some of the famous musicians he has worked with:
Pop and R&B Artists
- Anita Baker: Rapture (1986), Giving You the Best That I Got (1988)
- George Benson: 20/20 (1985), Songs and Stories (2009)
- Natalie Cole: Everlasting (1987), Good to Be Back (1989)
- Céline Dion: Unison (1990), A New Day Has Come (2002)
- Aretha Franklin: Aretha (1980), What You See Is What You Sweat (1991)
- Whitney Houston: Whitney Houston (1985), Whitney (1987)
- James Ingram: It's Your Night (1983), Never Felt So Good (1986)
- Michael Jackson: Thriller (1982), Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991)
- Elton John: Duets (1993)
- Madonna: True Blue (1986)
- Lionel Richie: Lionel Richie (1982)
- Smokey Robinson: Being with You (1981)
- Rod Stewart: Vagabond Heart (1991), Soulbook (2009)
- Barbra Streisand: Emotion (1984)
- Donna Summer: Bad Girls (1979)
- The Temptations: Power (1980), Truly for You (1984)
- The Weeknd: Starboy (2016)
- Stevie Wonder: A Time to Love (2005)
Other Notable Artists
- America: Perspective (1984)
- Chicago: Chicago 17 (1984)
- Leonard Cohen: The Future (1992)
- Dr. John: In a Sentimental Mood (1989)
- Kenny Rogers: Christmas (1981), Love Will Turn You Around (1982)
- Ray Parker Jr.: ... and the Single Man (1985)
- Steely Dan: Two Against Nature (2000)
See also
In Spanish: Paul Jackson, Jr. para niños
