[3] By 1988, Bloodgood represented one of the four largest Christian metal bands (excluding the mainstream success of Stryper) alongside Barren Cross, Leviticus, and Whitecross.

"[6] The band formed around the leadership of Les Carlsen and Michael Bloodgood, who had been active in the local music scene in Seattle for some time.

Directly prior to the formation of Bloodgood, Michael had been involved in a local effort, what he later described as "basic straight-ahead rock.

Themes often included Armageddon, hope and victory in Christ, and the Grace of living in God, with Biblical language throughout.

The group reformed in 2006 and performed several times a year in the U.S. and Europe until 2022 working with Oz Fox from Stryper in the newly formed lineup.

He performed as a guest vocalist with the American Christian metal band Tourniquet on Intense Live Series, Vol.

Produced by Bloodygood Pictures, the film features exclusive interviews, music and photos, and all of the controversy surrounding the band.

[citation needed] On July 29, 2022, it was announced on their official Facebook page that Michael Bloodgood had died due to complications of a hemorrhagic stroke he suffered in February 2022.