Insane Clown Posse
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Insane Clown Posse (Joe "Violent J" Bruce and Joey "Shaggy 2 Dope" Utsler) are known for their dark, violent, humorous lyrics and elaborate
live performances. The duo has earned two platinum albums
and three gold albums, but they have been criticized for the violent content and perceived immaturity of their lyrics. Originally formed under the
name "Inner City Posse", Bruce and Utsler changed the name after being prompted by a dream containing a vision resembling a traveling
carnival. The dream also inspired the introduction of supernatural- and horror-themed lyr ...read more
Insane Clown Posse (Joe "Violent J" Bruce and Joey "Shaggy 2 Dope" Utsler) are known for their dark, violent, humorous lyrics and elaborate
live performances. The duo has earned two platinum albums
and three gold albums, but they have been criticized for the violent content and perceived immaturity of their lyrics. Originally formed under the
name "Inner City Posse", Bruce and Utsler changed the name after being prompted by a dream containing a vision resembling a traveling
carnival. The dream also inspired the introduction of supernatural- and horror-themed lyrics. The pair founded an independent record label,
Psychopathic Records, with Alex Abbiss as manager, produced and starred in a feature film, Big Money Hustlas, formed their own wrestling
federation, Juggalo Championship Wrestling, and collaborated with many famous hip hop and rock musicians. The themes of Insane Clown
Posse and other acts on Psychopathic Records center on the mythology of the Dark Carnival, which the duo says is a spiritual force that has
revealed a series of stories known as "Jokers Cards". These stories each offer a specific lesson designed to change the "evil ways" of listeners
before "the end consumes us all". Insane Clown Posse has dedicated followers, whom they call Juggalos and Juggalettes. « hide |
