Which former Doors keyboardist produced X's 1980 album 'Los Angeles'?

Ray Manzarek, the former Doors keyboardist, produced X’s 1980 album *Los Angeles*.

Released on April 26, 1980, *Los Angeles* was X’s debut studio album and a landmark of the early Los Angeles punk scene. Manzarek brought a seasoned studio perspective to the band’s jagged guitars, urgent rhythm section, and poetic, politically charged songwriting. He also played organ and synthesizer on several tracks.

The album’s connection to The Doors is especially memorable because it includes X’s version of “Soul Kitchen,” originally recorded by Manzarek’s former band. That cover can cause a common mix-up: Manzarek did not join X as a permanent member; his role was producer and guest keyboardist. The core lineup remained Exene Cervenka, John Doe, Billy Zoom, and D. J. Bonebrake.

*Los Angeles* was recorded in January 1980 at Golden Sound in Hollywood and released by Slash Records. Its title, like much of X’s work, tied the band’s punk identity directly to the city’s culture and mythology.