Morbid Angel's 1991 album "Blessed Are the Sick" pushed the boundaries of death metal with its technicality and dark atmosphere. The album features a blend of brutal riffs, complex song structures, and guttural vocals.
- "Blessed Are the Sick" was recorded at Criteria Studios in Miami, Florida. The album's cover art was created by Dan Seagrave, known for his work with other death metal bands. It reached number 10 on the UK Independent Albums Chart.
- The album features a cover of the song "God of Emptiness" by the band Behemoth.
- The album was reissued in 2000 with bonus tracks.
Morbid Angel is a death metal band from Tampa, Florida, formed in 1984. They are considered one of the pioneers of the genre. Blessed Are the Sick was released during a period of intense creativity and touring for the band, following their debut album Altars of Madness.
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