Driving the Beat: Paris Bierk and the Family That Shaped a Drummer

Basic Information

Early Life and Family Roots

Paris Bierk was born on March 4, 1988, in Toronto and spent much of his childhood in the United States, particularly in the New Jersey area. He grew up in a home where art wasn’t just encouraged—it was ambient: his father, the powerhouse vocalist Sebastian Bach, brought the roar of stages and tour buses, while his paternal grandfather, the acclaimed painter David Charles Bierk, anchored the family in the visual arts. Creativity ran like a family river, and Paris found his own current behind the drum kit.

By middle school—around seventh grade—he’d gotten serious about drumming. The practice pad became a daily ritual, the metronome a strict friend. In a scene where many pick up sticks and few persist, Paris kept time and kept going, shifting from school rehearsals to garages, and then to clubs.

Carving a Drummer’s Path

The mid-2000s were formative. Paris’s instincts leaned heavy and precise: a modern metal pulse tempered with rock’s classic swing. That combination made him a solid fit for New Jersey’s heavier acts, where speed matters but the groove—those microscopic spaces between kick and snare—matters more. By his late teens and early twenties, he was landing drum chairs in regional bands and getting on bills that introduced him to bigger audiences.

His reputation was built the old-fashioned way: show by show, night after night. The work was local, then metro-area, then multi-state. He wasn’t chasing spectacle; he was building reliability. The through line was clear—he came to play, hit hard, and serve the song.

Bands and Collaborations

• Severed Hand: In the mid-2000s, Paris sat on the drum throne for this New Jersey thrash/power metal outfit. He is credited on releases from this period and was part of a roster that played the area’s tougher rooms—a rite of passage for any metal drummer honing live chops.
• The Infinite Staircase (2008–2009): A band known for collaborations and opening slots, The Infinite Staircase gave Paris a wider stage and a revolving door of peers to trade ideas with. It was a time of touring miles, recording sessions, and expanding his network.

Beyond formal memberships, Paris has taken on live and guest appearances, stepping into projects where a reliable, hard-hitting drummer is the missing piece.

Onstage With His Father

There’s a special electricity when family shares a stage. Paris has performed live with his father on select occasions, including a notable 2018 appearance in Las Vegas at the Fremont Street Experience. It’s a rare alignment—two branches of the same musical tree, one on vocals pushing the front edge, the other driving the engine room from behind the kit. These moments underline his comfort in both club-level shows and high-profile stages.

Discography and Credits (Selected)

Note: Years for early independent releases are commonly described as mid-2000s; exact release dates vary by pressing and platform.

Selected Associations and Roles

Family Tree Snapshot

The breadth of this family’s artistic footprint is unmistakable: music on one side of the canvas, visual art on the other, with sport and screen in the mix. Reports commonly note that David Charles Bierk had multiple children, several of whom maintain low public profiles; the relatives listed here are those most often cited in public arts and sports contexts.

Style, Approach, and Presence

Paris’s drumming lands at the intersection of muscle and measure. Think locked-in downbeats, double-time energy when needed, and a tasteful restraint that keeps the vocalist—and the song—front and center. He’s not the showboat in the spotlight; he’s the lighthouse, steady and bright, guiding the band through shifting waters. That reliability has made him a go-to player for bands that need a foundation they can trust.

Recent Activity

In the 2010s and into the 2020s, Paris has continued to appear on stages across the region, collaborating with rock and metal outfits and occasionally joining his father for special performances. Some music databases note credits under “Paris Bach” beginning in 2024, a naming detail that occasionally appears in live bills and online listings. As an independent musician, his professional life remains driven by gigs, sessions, and the kind of word-of-mouth that keeps good drummers busy.

Timeline

• March 4, 1988 — Born in Toronto, Ontario.
• Late 1990s–early 2000s — Begins drumming; commits seriously around seventh grade.
• 2005–2007 — Records and performs with Severed Hand (regional thrash/power metal).
• 2008–2009 — Joins The Infinite Staircase as a touring/recording drummer.
• 2010s — Continues live work with regional acts; builds a resume of club, theater, and festival dates.
• 2018 — Guest appearance on drums with Sebastian Bach in Las Vegas (Fremont Street Experience).
• 2024 — Some listings begin crediting him as “Paris Bach” on drums.

FAQ

Who is Paris Bierk?

He’s a Canadian-born drummer known for work in New Jersey metal and rock circles, including Severed Hand and The Infinite Staircase.

When and where was he born?

He was born on March 4, 1988, in Toronto, Ontario.

Is he related to Sebastian Bach?

Yes—Sebastian Bach is his father.

What bands has he played in?

Notably, Severed Hand and The Infinite Staircase, along with guest and live slots with his father.

Has he performed with his father onstage?

Yes, including a 2018 appearance at the Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas.

What is his musical style?

Hard-hitting, tight, and song-focused, with a rock/metal backbone.

Does he have recorded credits?

He’s credited on mid-2000s releases with Severed Hand and is associated with touring and session work for The Infinite Staircase.

Are there public details about his net worth?

No reliable public financial information is available.

How is he connected to the arts beyond music?

His paternal grandfather, David Charles Bierk, was a noted painter, and other family members work in sports and film/television.

Why do some listings say “Paris Bach”?

Some recent credits and live bills refer to him that way; it appears as an alternate professional credit.