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Parris Wright
Parris Wright(born 12.01.1991) is an independent British recording artist, from South East London.

Biography
Parris who was born in the UK, is of Jamaican decent which played a large part in his upbringing and his music. Parris grew up in East Dulwich, South London and it was here where he began learning his trade as a music artist, listening to other local rappers, MCs and DJs who preformed at his local youth club. Parris took a keen interest in rapping when mentor Davinche, (known for "his notable works include Kano’s “Brown Eyes" and "P's and Q's” and Tinchy Stryder's “Something About Your Smile”, "Breathe" and the production of Star in the Hood (album)". Took him under his wing. Parris was always in the studio anxious to become a musician, sitting in on recording sessions admiring his mentorʼs work. Parris has observed the likes of Tinie Tempah, Bashy, Shola Ama and Wretch 32 at work in the studio, taking great inspiration and motivation from each artist.

After completing his A Levels, Parris would go onto study Commercial Music Performance at Westminster University. Whilst at Westminster, Parris really began to develop as an artist which gave him a chance to collaborate with new artists from a variety of different genres and musical backgrounds. Parris regularly writes and performs with fellow musician, singer and song writer Sherika Sherard who he also connected with through university. With the help of his childhood friend and manager (Tobi Eyide) Parris has released a number of music videos and performed at a range of industry events. The first industry event Parris performed at was Spotlyte an urban showcase for up and coming and established artist, where Parris charmed the crowd with his truthful, powerful, passionate, emotional lyrical content and of course his captivating stage presents. In the reviews Spotlyte said:

“Up-and-comer P-Equals (more recently known as Parris Wright) is definitely one-to-watch. He released his first mixtape ‘The Arrival’ and its packed with songs with witty lyrical content. Parris Wright was born to bless the stage and he puts on a great performance each and every time.”

In the short time Parris has performed on stage he has performed along a few known names such as Mz Bratt, Cleo Sol, Bluey Robinson, Scorcher, Kyra and Vince Kidd to name a few.

In 2007 Parris released his first mixtape The Arrival, under the name P equals. Although not heavily promoted or widely distributed, it received applauds from fans and critics alike. Parris also features on his mentors debut album Open Minded (artist Davinche, due to be released late 2012) and is currently working on a series of EP's and Visuals that will be released throughout late 2012 and early 2013.

Rolling with the team (RWTT)
At his live performances, Parris often makes reference to fact he is Rolling with the Team. According to Parris Rolling with the Team, is his brand, a movement that refers to his close friends, team, fans, music and artists he collaborates with. Rolling With the Team is also a lifestyle and a journey that Parris is only just starting.

Discography
The Arrival (Mixtape) – 2010

P.S I Love (EP) – To be released in summer 202