Adolfo de la Parra

• Born — 8 February 1946 • Birthplace — Mexico City, Mexico • Genre — Blues rock • Occupation — Musician, author • Instrument — Drums • Years Active — 1967–present • Current Member Of — Canned Heat • Past Member Of — Los Sinners Bluesberry Jam

Parra was born in Mexico City and played in bands such as Los Sinners and Los Hooligans. After moving to the United States, he joined The Sotweed Factor before leaving to play with Bluesberry Jam.[3][4] In 1967, while playing with Bluesberry Jam, Parra was discovered by the members of Canned Heat. He was invited to join the band, replacing drummer Frank Cook, who in turn replaced Parra in Bluesberry Jam—a switch described by the bands as a "simple switch over."[6] Parra's first performance with Canned Heat was on December 1, 1967. He later performed with the band at Woodstock in 1969.[7][8] Parra was given the nickname "Fito," the only non-animal-related moniker among the band members. Following the death of Larry Taylor in 2019, Parra is the only surviving principal member from the 1960s lineup.[11][12] In addition to his work with Canned Heat, Parra has performed with blues artists such as The Coasters, T-Bone Walker, Ben E. King, Mary Wells, Etta James, and The Platters. He produced and appeared in the 2007 film Rock 'n Roll Made in Mexico: From Evolution to Revolution[13] and authored the 2010 book Living the Blues.

Adolfo de la Parra is recorded as a citizen of United States. Recorded with the occupation drummer. Classed in the genre blues rock. Identity and origins. He also worked under the name Fito. The authorities additionally record the headings Fito de la Parra and Adolfo Hector de la Parra. His recorded language was English.