The | Hangman's Body Count

But beyond the "Elvis-metal" riffs and crushing groove, there is a haunting piece of folklore woven into the lyrics. Let’s dive into the story behind the body count. The Legend of the Blind Hangman

If you’ve ever cranked up Volbeat’s 2013 anthem "The Hangman’s Body Count," you know it hits with the force of a runaway steam engine. Released as the second single from their hit album Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies , the track quickly became a fan favorite, eventually anchoring the band’s record-breaking headline show in Denmark where they played to over 37,000 people. The Hangman's Body Count

The song depicts a blind Hangman who wanders through a desert valley, judging the souls of the living. But beyond the "Elvis-metal" riffs and crushing groove,