Philip Paul (drummer)

Philip Paul
Paul in 2010
Background information
Born(1925-08-11)August 11, 1925
Harlem, New York, U.S.
DiedJanuary 30, 2022(2022-01-30) (aged 96)
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
GenresJazz
OccupationStudio musician
InstrumentDrums
Years active1938–2022
LabelsKing Records

Philip Paul (August 11, 1925 – January 30, 2022) was an American studio drummer from Cincinnati, Ohio.

In 2009, he was honored at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, as part of their "From Songwriters to Soundmen: The People Behind the Hits".[1] Also in 2009, Paul was honored with the Ohio Heritage Fellowship, Ohio's highest honor for traditional artists. In 2002, he was honored by the Cincinnati Enquirer with a Lifetime CAMMY Award for his contributions to the music and culture of the city.[2]

  1. ^ "From Songwriters to Soundmen: The People Behind the Hits featuring Philip Paul Photo Gallery | The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum". Rockhall.com. 2009-02-18. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  2. ^ "Grants & Programs | Ohio Arts Council's Heritage Fellowships". Oac.ohio.gov. Archived from the original on 2010-05-27. Retrieved 2012-01-28.