Morbid Angel - Drummer History & Gear | MetalForge
Morbid Angel, formed in 1983 in Tampa, Florida, is one of the founding bands of death metal.
Complete history of Morbid Angel drummers including Pete Sandoval and Tim Yeung.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the drummer for Morbid Angel?
Charlie Koryn has drummed with Morbid Angel since joining for their 2023 spring American tour, following Scott Fuller's departure.
Who drummed on Morbid Angel's classic album Altars of Madness?
Pete Sandoval, who joined the band in July 1988, recorded Altars of Madness (1989) within a couple months of joining -- his first Morbid Angel recording, despite never having played double bass drums before.
Did Pete Sandoval play on Illud Divinum Insanus?
No. Sandoval was recovering from prolapsed disc surgery in 2010, so Tim Yeung (formerly of Hate Eternal) recorded all the drum tracks for Illud Divinum Insanus (2011), making it the first Morbid Angel album without Sandoval since he joined in 1988.
Who was Morbid Angel's original drummer?
Mike Browning, who co-founded the band with guitarist Trey Azagthoth in 1983, was the original drummer (and vocalist), playing from 1984 to 1986 and recording Abominations of Desolation before departing. Browning died on July 13, 2026, at age 62.
Who played drums on Morbid Angel's "Altars of Madness"?
Pete Sandoval played drums on "Altars of Madness" (1989).
Who played drums on Morbid Angel's "Kingdoms Disdained"?
Scott Fuller played drums on "Kingdoms Disdained" (2017).