Paris was formed by Bob Welch in 1975 after he left Fleetwood Mac. The other original members of the band were bassist Glenn Cornick (formerly of Jethro Tull), drummer Thom Mooney (formerly of Nazz), and keyboardist Michael Been.

Paris released their debut album in 1976, which was produced by Welch and contained a mix of hard rock and bluesy ballads. The album received positive reviews and helped establish the band's reputation as a promising new act.

Over the next few years, Paris released three more albums: "Big Towne, 2061" (1976), "The World Outside" (1978), and "Gold" (1979). These albums featured a similar mix of hard rock and blues, with Welch's guitar work and vocals taking center stage.

Paris was known for their energetic live shows, which often featured extended jams and improvisations. They toured extensively throughout the late 1970s, playing at venues across the United States and Europe.

Despite their talent and critical acclaim, Paris never achieved the same level of commercial success as Fleetwood Mac or other popular bands of the era. In 1980, the band disbanded, and Welch went on to pursue a solo career.

In addition to his work with Paris and Fleetwood Mac, Bob Welch was also a successful songwriter and producer. He wrote several hit songs, including "Sentimental Lady," which was a hit for Fleetwood Mac in 1977. Welch continued to be involved in the music industry until his death in 2012

• Bob Welch - guitar/vocals - b. July 31, 1946, Los Angeles, California - formerly with Fleetwood Mac.
• Glenn Cornick - bass/vocals - formerly with Jethro Tull and Wild Turkey.
• Thom Mooney - drums - b. January 5, 1948, Altoona, Pennsylvania - formerly with The Munchkins, Woody's Truck Stop, and The Nazz, The Curtis Brothers, and Tattoo (with Wally Bryson of The Raspberries),