Longineu Warren "LP" Parsons III is a French-born American rock musician. He is best known as the former drummer of the American rock band Yellowcard.
Early life
Parsons has been playing the drums since he was five; he played with his father, Longineu W. Parsons II, in his band The Longineu Parsons Ensemble.[citation needed]
On March 13, 2014, Parsons left Yellowcard. By this point, Parsons had been the only remaining member of the original lineup. According to their Facebook page, the band said in a joint statement, "Longineu has decided to pursue other musical interests. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors."
This Legend: (2014–2017)
In June 2014, Parsons and former Yellowcard bandmate Ben Harper formed a new band with Chris Castillo (lead vocals and rhythm guitar) and Steven Neufeld (bass guitar) called This Legend.[2][3] They released their first album It's In The Streets on November 11, 2014. The band played several shows across the U.S. to promote the album.[4]
As of 2017, the band is on hiatus due to band members' other interests. Parsons began playing drums with Ten Foot Pole and Stages and Stereos.[citation needed]
Parsons performing in 2014
Vilano (since 2022)
Vilano is a modern rock band from St. Augustine, Florida. The band consists of vocalist Stephen Drawdy, drummer Longineu Parsons III, guitarist Adam Otoski, and bassist Nick Holtz.
Vilano released their full-length album, "No Rain, No Flowers" in March 2021.
KRASH PARTY (since 2023)
Krash Party is a Pop Punk/Alt band from St. Augustine, Florida. Formed by Shannon Fitz (Vocals), Longineu (Drums), Mark Mchone (Bass) & Aaron Grove (Guitar)
Other work: 2008–present
During the Yellowcard hiatus, Parsons played drums for Adam Lambert from October 2009 through September 2010. Parsons founded rap-rock group LPMD with producer Miles M. Davis.[5] Their debut album, Off The Record, was released on September 27, 2011.[6]
