Flesh Eaters

The Profile

Los Angeles punk band formed by Chris D. in the late 1970s, notable for the 1981 album A Minute to Pray, A Second to Die and collaborations with prominent LA musicians.

Founded by Chris D. (Chris Desjardins) in Los Angeles in the late 1970s. The 1981 album A Minute to Pray, A Second to Die featured contributors including Dave Alvin, John Doe, Bill Bateman and Steve Berlin.

DeBaser's reviews (one available) celebrate Flesh Eaters' 1981 album A Minute to Pray, A Second to Die as a landmark blending punk, blues and gothic lyricism. The band, led by Chris D., assembled notable Los Angeles musicians for that record. The review praises the album's atmosphere, performances and songwriting.