Hatchet Chat

Lars and Snax ask Esham about his new album, and how it connects to Dante's Divine Comedy. They get his perspective on Hip-Hop culture, and how he thinks it has changed over the years. Esham's work with Psychopathic Records is also discussed, as are his plans for future projects. Don't miss this in-depth interview with one of the most influential and enigmatic figures in Hip-Hop!

Lars and Snax dive deep into this EP as they share their thoughts on its place in the Dark Carnival mythology. Connections are drawn to the transcendentalist and anti-transcendentalist literary movements, as well as David Foster Wallace's "Infinite Jest". Please enjoy Hatchet Chat's in-depth review of this great EP!

Lars and Snax's in-depth discussion covers a wide variety of topics, including the benefits of collaboration in an algorithm-driven world, as well as how the perception of institutional power has shifted over the years. Happy listening!

As Lars and Snax discuss Shaggy 2 Dope's latest solo effort, they cover a variety of topics, including the subgenres that may have influenced its production, and the differences between an independent and industry music career. Happy listening!

This week on Hatchet Chat, Lars and Snax are joined by legendary music and video producer Brian Kage aka Kuma. For over 15 years, Kuma has worked with Psychopathic Records both on the music and video side of things, in addition to his prolific work outside of the label. Lars and Snax get to ask him about his experiences producing for ICP and other Psychopathic artists, as well as his memories of working on the 2006 release, "The Wraith: Remix Albums". They also discuss topics such as video game music, data management, and Kuma's upcoming projects! Happy listening!

This week on Hatchet Chat, MC Lars and MC Snax discuss the production of the album "Gutter Water" and are joined by special guest, producer Deveraux. They discuss the similarities between "Gutter Water" and other classic Psychopathic records, as well as the moral lessons embedded in some of ICP's music. Deveraux shares his experiences working with Violent J, Shaggy 2 Dope and other artists, and provides insight into his upcoming projects, including "Detritus" and new music from Shaggytheairhead. The conversation also touches on live performances and the role of Chunk in adding flavor to the beats.

Welcome to Hatchet Chat, the podcast that dives deep into the world of Insane Clown Posse and their music. In this episode, we're exploring "Beverly Kills 50187". Released in 1993, this EP is the first "sideshow" entry in the group's Dark Carnival saga and features a mix of horrorcore and indie hip hop. Join us as Lars discusses the EP's tracks, including standout tracks like "In the Haughhh!" and "Chop! Chop!", which features guest vocals from Esham. We'll also delve into the production of the EP, with Mike E. Clark, Insane Clown Posse, Esham, and Chris Conley all contributing as producers. In addition to the music itself, we'll explore the backstory behind the EP. Did you know that "The Stalker" features an actual answering machine message left by an ex-boyfriend who was stalking Violent J's then-girlfriend? And what about the temporary member Greez-E, who appears on one track before leaving the group after the EP's release? Tune in to this classic Hatchet Chat for all this and more as we take a deep dive into the world of Insane Clown Posse and their music, and our episode on Beverly Kills 50187.

As you all now, Violent J is a 50-year-old MC, producer, and former wrestler from Detroit, Michigan, notable for forming the Insane Clown Posse and co-founding the label Psychopathic Records. Snax and Lars discuss how this might one of Violent J's finest solo album to date, with a darker and more focused sound than his previous efforts. The production is a mix of both old and new sounds throughout his thirty years in the game

Welcome to Hatchet Chat! In this remastered episode, we're going back to the beginning of the Dark Carnival with Insane Clown Posse's official debut album, "Carnival of Carnage". MC Lars explains how Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope take us on a wild ride through the carnival grounds with their signature blend of horrorcore and carnival music, via a saga that will eventually lead us up to the introduction of iconic characters like the Ringmaster and the Riddlebox. We'll also hear how ICP was able to get Kid Rock, Esham, and Capitol E on their adding, who added their own unique flavor to the album. If you're a true juggalo, you won't want to miss this classic deep dive into the origins of the Dark Carnival. Whoop whoop!

In this audio remaster of the third ever Hatchet Chat, join MC Lars as he delves into the "Dog Beats" EP by Inner City Posse, later to be known as the infamous Insane Clown Posse. Released in 1991, "Dog Beats" marked a significant moment for the Inner City Posse as it was their first professionally recorded release and the debut album for Psychopathic Records. The EP was produced and mastered by Chuck Miller at Miller MIDI Productions in Detroit, Michigan. Lars also reveals interesting tidbits about the album's cover art, which features Bruce's friend Don dressed as a clown, hanging from a rope in Delray. The group members promoted the album by putting up fliers all over the city. Join us as we explore the origins of this iconic album and the early days of Psychopathic Records in this third OG episode of Hatchet Chat.

An interview with V Sinizter, an American rapper who signed with Psychopathic Records for a one album contract, releasing "Hunting Season" in 2003. Three years later, V-Sinizter re-recorded some of the Hunting Season tracks for a new album, "Hunting Season: Annihilation".

This week on Hatchet Chat, MC Snax talks about Insane Clown Posse's 2005 EP, "The Calm". After the "The Wraith: Hell's Pit" came out in 2004, one question was on every Juggalo's mind - what did the Dark Carnival have in store now that the original six Joker's Cards were complete? This release had an answer!

On this remastered edition of the second ever Hatchet Chat, MC Lars chops it up about Inner City Posse's "Bass-ment Cuts". As we get closer and closer to seeing the Dark Carnival mythology take shape, we hear ICP come into their own as hip-hop artists with this release!

On this episode of Hatchet Chat, Lars and Snax delve deep into "Forgotten Freshness Volume 3", the third installment of this b-side and rarities series has become a Juggalo classic itself. Listen to hear these two Juggalo homies discuss what they love about this record, and also how it connects to everything from Ancient Rome to the Detroit auto industry!

In this audio podcast release of the first ever Hatchet Chat, MC Lars talks about the early origins of ICP. Violent J was one half of "Intelligence & Violence", along with rapper and Juggalo legend D-Lyrical. How did this DIY release contribute to the musical phenomenon we now know as Insane Clown Posse? Listen to find out! Also featured is MC Lars' interview with D-Lyrical, originally heard on The MC Lars Podcast! Enjoy!

MC Lars and MC Snax discuss the third EP around "Yum Yum Bedlam", "Pug Ugly the Stink Bud". They also talk about the 2022 Gathering of the Juggalos and speculate on whether Andy Warhol would have been a juggalo or not. Our first "audio" podcast after doing the YouTube ones for years, thank you for listening!