Paul DeLisle | |
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Paul De Lisle performing with Smash Mouth in 2014
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Background information | |
Birth name | Paul Gerald DeLisle |
Born |
Exeter, Ontario, Canada |
June 13, 1963
Genres | |
Occupation(s) | Bassist, vocalist, songwriter |
Instruments | Bass, vocals |
Years active | 1990–present |
Associated acts | Smash Mouth |
Paul Gerald De Lisle (born June 13, 1963) is the bassist for the pop rock band, Smash Mouth.
De Lisle was born in Exeter, Ontario, Canada. He has been with the band for their whole career thus far, and is known for being the "long haired guy" in the group. Aside from Smash Mouth, De Lisle is also an avid surfer, which may be an influence on surf sounds in Smash Mouth's music. He is also the writer of the band's single "Pacific Coast Party" and is credited with many others.