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Book SynopsisOn Ice-T's 1991 classic
O.G. Original Gangster, he introduced his all-Black hardcore band Body Count with lead guitarist Ernie C, bringing them on the first-ever Lollapalooza tour that summer. The next year, Body Count's self-titled debut album, rounded out by rhythm guitarist D-Roc the Executioner, bassist Mooseman, and drummer Beatmaster V, made them the most incendiary band in the world, confronting white supremacy and police brutality with pulverizing songs that shattered musical boundaries.
Body Count's rage and shock humor sparked nationwide protests and boycotts, including death threats, censure from the federal government, a spot on the FBI National Threat list, and a denunciation by the President of the United States. The album was removed from stores and remains banned to this day, but decades later Body Count are performing to theirbiggest audiences and greatest acclaim, pulling off one of the most remarkable comebacks in punk or metal history.Drawn from years
Trade ReviewThe greatest story ever told. * Gerard Cosloy *
One of the most thought provoking and thoroughly researched entries in the Bloomsbury 33 1/3 series. * Jesse Rifkin, author of This Must be the Place *
A thoroughly researched and engaging exploration of both the origin and social relevance of Ice-T's hardcore band Body Count and their self-titled album. * David Gutowski, Largehearted Boy *
A read appealing both to longtime metalheads and those who only know the barest of details. * The Pitch *
A concise and informative read. * Under the Radar *
Table of Contents1. “Did you make ‘em pay?” 2. “You don’t wanna die there.” 3. “Who let ‘em in the club?” 4. “On with the Body Count.” 5. “There goes the neighborhood.” 6. “We’re here.” 7. “Body Count’s in the house.” 8. “Stop the car right here.” 9. “The tension mounts.” 10. “Just watch what you say.” 11. “You’ll be six feet underground.” 12. “But tonight we get even.” 13. “Body Count, motherfucker.”
Body Count Selected Bibliography
