Flesh Parade

FLESH PARADE, a relentless Grindcore band hailing from NEW ORLEANS, LA, emerged onto the Underground Metal scene in 1990, carving out a unique sound deeply influenced by the brutal elements of Death Metal & Grindcore. Their journey began with the release of their raw and explosive first demo, "MEATHOOK," in 1991. Despite the promising start, the band's original lineup struggled to maintain momentum, performing only a handful of shows before most of its members departed. Notably, bassist C.J. PIERCE made a significant career shift to DALLAS, TX where he gained widespread recognition as the guitarist for the famous Nu-Metal outfit DROWNING POOL.

In the wake of this upheaval, FLESH PARADE reassembled with an invigorated lineup, enlisting vocal powerhouse JASON PILGRIM and skillful guitarist RENE PEREZ from the band SEVERANCE, along with BEN MARRS, who previously was the bassist for the band EXHUMED. However, Marrs’ tenure was short-lived, and he exited before the band could record their next round of demos, which included pivotal releases such as "HATE LIFE" in 1992 and "WORTHLESS" in 1993. SHANE LECHLER swooped in to take on bass duties in 1994, contributing his talents to the band’s fourth demo, "GOOD STUFF," which showcased their evolving sound and increasing technical prowess.

The year 1997 marked a turning point for FLESH PARADE as they signed with the esteemed RELAPSE RECORDS, unleashing the impactful "KILL WHITEY" 7” & CD upon the world. However, by 2000, waning interest from their label prompted the band to enter a hiatus, as they chose to step back and focus on personal lives away from the stage.

A short-lived reunion in 2005 led to the GRIND DOCS series which documented the band's reformation before Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, LA. The devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 left the band members separated, but in 2007, they regrouped, determined to forge ahead. They welcomed new vocalist SCOTT LEGER, known for his dynamic performances alongside the band SHRUM, and recruited TONY SALISBURY, bassist from the Grindcore band MULE SKINNER, to round out their live line-up.

In 2010, FLESH PARADE released their long-awaited album "DIRTY SWEET" through their label, MAINSTAY RECORDINGS. The album received enthusiastic acclaim from both critics and fans alike, solidifying their place in the Underground Metal community. In 2012, the band experienced a nostalgic reunion of sorts when they welcomed back their original vocalist, JASON PILGRIM, and since then, they have played at various festivals and shows, reconnecting with their dedicated fan base over the last decade.

This year (2025), heralds a significant milestone—FLESH PARADE's 35th Anniversary as a formidable band in the Grindcore genre. To commemorate this incredible journey, they are set to embark on an extensive world tour. FLESH PARADE will celebrate their legacy and reignite the passion of their longtime fans with longtime members JASON PILGRIM (vocals) & RENE PEREZ (guitars). Joining them are new members JORGE CACEIDO (bass) and BRYAN FAJARDO (drums) to round out the live line-up. FLESH PARADE promises to bring fresh energy to the stage while honoring the established NOLA GRINDCORE sound they created.