Bloodstock Announces Body Count as Special Guests

It’s happening! After years of fans requesting it, Body Count are finally set to tear up Bloodstock in August 2026. The Grammy-winning crew led by Ice-T will make their long-overdue debut as special guests on the Ronnie James Dio main stage on the festival’s final day, Sunday 9th August, playing directly before headliner Judas Priest.

No strangers to controversy or crushing riffs, Body Count have been a rallying cry for raw, unapologetic heavy music since the early ‘90s. Born from Ice-T and guitarist Ernie C’s vision to fuse street grit with blistering metal, the band has built a reputation for levelling every stage they set foot on. With a Grammy win for Best Metal Performance (for “Bum-Rush” off their Carnivore album) under their belt, they’re louder, harder, and more relevant than ever.

Festival director Vicky Hungerford comments:

“After 10 years of trying we FINALLY get Body Count to Bloodstock!!! This is going to be one of the most memorable shows the festival has ever seen and how timely it’s going to be a part of our 25th anniversary celebration!”

Bloodstock’s 25th anniversary is going to be truly unforgettable. With many more bands & additional on-site entertainment still to be announced, this is the must-attend celebration of 2026! Body Count joins an already heavy-hitting lineup including RJD headliners Lamb Of God, Slaughter To Prevail, Judas Priest and Saxon.

For the most up to date festival information, visit the official website at bloodstock.uk.com. Bloodstock 2026 will take place at Catton Park, Derbyshire on 6th – 9th August, 2026.

Bloodstock Open Air 2026 poster artwork