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Christian Death

Death Rock band formed in October 1979 - Los Angeles, California. The name was derived from the designer brand 'Christian Dior'. Members 1979-1981 - vocals - bass - drums John "Jay" Albert - guitar Members 1981 - vocals - bass - drums - guitar Members 1981-1981 - vocals - bass Rod "China" Figueroa - drums - guitar Member 1981-1981 - vocals - bass Rod "China" Figueroa - drums Michal Montana - guitar The band split at the end of 1981, but re-surfaced in 1983 after merging with members of . 1983-1985 - guitars - vocals - drums - bass 1985-1988 - guitar - vocals - drums - bass The band had signed a "partnership agreement" in 1985, making all members equal partners. Under the agreement any departing member would forfeit their rights. 1989-1991 - guitar + various session musicians 1991 onwards - guitar - bass & vocals (also 's second wife) 1991-1998 - vocals - guitar - guitar & vocals