Rudy Parris, a singer, guitarist, and songwriter hails from California’s San Joaquin Valley. Influenced by the Bakersfield sound of Merle Haggard and Buck Owens, he served as lead vocalist for the legendary Buckaroos at the Crystal Palace in Bakersfield, CA. Rudy recorded his latest album, Makin’ My Way, at Capitol Records in Hollywood where both Owens and Haggard recorded many of their hits. The album features collaborations with Hank Williams II, Grammy winner Little Joe, actor Michael Madsen, Chad Smith, and Pete Anderson.
He gained national recognition on Season 3 of NBC’s The Voice as a member of Team Blake, performing in the live finale. His soulful voice has earned praise for icons like Steven Tyler, who called Parris “A soulful spirit with an authentic country voice.” Renowned as a versatile multi-genre artist, Rudy has performed with legends such as James Brown, Bo Diddley, and Jerry Lee Lewis. As a versatile guitarist, he performed at the Jason Becker Not Dead Yet concert sharing the stage with Jon Uli Roth, Gus G, Richie Kotzen, and Steve Morse. Rudy has also played guitar for country royalty Hank Williams III. As Rolling Stone described, “Rudy is a crooner and a shredder – the original model John Mayer.”