Murder 4 Hire cover

Released 20 years ago

Murder 4 Hire

Body Count · 2006

44 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal · speed metal

Aggressive riffs and relentless rhythms deliver a raw, confrontational critique of societal issues and personal struggles.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • confrontational critique of society
  • raw emotional intensity throughout
  • relentless rhythm for focus
  • engaging narrative of struggle

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking lighthearted themes
  • want instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Murder 4 Hire' was released in 2006, Body Count had already established themselves as a pioneering force in heavy metal and rap-rock. This album marked their return after a hiatus following their previous release, 'Bloodlust,' in 2001. The band continued to push boundaries with their provocative themes and intense sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Slayer· Sepultura· Anthrax

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Invincible Gangsta 3:59
  • 2 The End Game 4:13
  • 3 You Don't Know Me (Pain) 4:12
  • 4 The Passion of Christ 3:11
  • 5 In My Head 4:04
  • 6 D Rocs (R.I.P.) 2:32
  • 7 Murder 4 Hire 3:26
  • 8 Down in the Bayou 3:34
  • 9 Dirty Bombs 3:45
  • 10 Lies 4:24
  • 11 Relationships 4:30
  • 12 Mr. C's Theme 3:03

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