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Intelligence and Violence

Insane Clown Posse · 1990

35 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop · rap rock · horrorcore

A raw and aggressive fusion of hip-hop and horrorcore, laced with gritty narratives and violent imagery.

Why this album works

'Intelligence and Violence' significantly impacted the underground hip-hop scene, establishing Insane Clown Posse as key figures in horrorcore. Although not commercially successful by mainstream standards, it gained a cult following that influenced numerous subsequent artists in the genre.
Best for
dynamic journey with interludes wave-like pacing for engagement intense narratives of grit
Context
Released in 1990, 'Intelligence and Violence' was Insane Clown Posse's debut album, introducing their unique horrorcore style to a broader audience. This album marked the beginning of their controversial career, setting the stage for their later projects and the development of the Juggalos subculture.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 2:10
  • 2 Intelligence and Violence Standout 3:39
  • 3 Wizard of Delray 4:11
  • 4 Violent J's The Mack 4:01
  • 5 Gangsta Codes Standout 7:04
  • 6 Inner City Posse (Interlude) 1:23
  • 7 Gangsta Times 3:32
  • 8 Something to Say Standout 4:34
  • 9 Violent Crimes 2:36
  • 10 D-Day 2:43

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