John Paul Jones

The Profile

English musician and multi-instrumentalist, best known as the bassist and keyboardist of Led Zeppelin; composer, arranger and solo artist with notable instrumental releases such as Zooma and The Thunderthief.

Born John Baldwin (publicly known as John Paul Jones). Longtime member and arranger in Led Zeppelin. The review notes Jones released solo albums between 1999 and 2001 and that Zooma is an instrumental, bass-driven record featuring collaborations with Pete Thomas, Trey Gunn and influences or affinities with Fripp/King Crimson.

The provided review praises John Paul Jones's album Zooma as a remarkable, bass-driven instrumental record with modern, dark tones and relentless drumming. The reviewer compares it to King Crimson and Led Zeppelin, notes collaborations with Fripp, Trey Gunn and Pete Thomas, and observes Jones's measured post-Led Zeppelin career choices. The review recommends listening to the album in one go.