Flotsam and Jetsam is a band from Phoenix, Arizona with a legacy that goes back well over 30 years. Originally signed to Metal Blade Records in the mid 80's, Flotsam and Jetsam released their highly acclaimed debut 'Doomsday for The Deceiver' in July of 1986. At this time the band consisted of Eric AK Knutson (Voc), guitarists Michael Gilbert and Edward Carlson, and founding members Kelly David Smith and bassist Jason Newsted.