Body Count’s latest album, Merciless, marks a defining moment in the band’s long history of blending rap, hardcore, and metal with sharp social commentary. Fronted by Ice-T, the group has carved out a niche as one of the most intense and unapologetic crossover acts since their 1992 debut. With Merciless, their eighth studio album, Body Count continues to push boundaries, offering a mix of savage riffs, politically charged lyrics, and unexpected collaborations, including a reinterpretation of Pink Floyd’s “Comfortably Numb” featuring David Gilmour. But is it worth your time? Let’s dig into what the critics think.
