We here at Faygoluvers.net are celebrating 30 years of Insane Clown Posse’s legendary “Ringmaster” LP! As the 2nd Joker’s Card continues to hold a special place in the hearts of Juggalos worldwide. And remains a significant milestone in Insane Clown Posse’s journey to Wicked Clown stardom. Simply put. The release of “Ringmaster” marked a pivotal moment in Insane Clown Posse’s career, propelling them from local Detroit success to fully fledged Midwest fame. The album’s unique blend of Detroit murderous rhyme scheme’s and haunting carnival madness, instantaneously resonated with distraught teenage angst. And forever solidified ICP’s signature Dark Carnival emcee style that meshed flawlessly Mike E. Clark’s genius production.
By achieving Gold Record status, “Ringmaster” not only showcased the group’s bright future of Faygo launching longevity. It also affirmed the horrorcore hip-hop genre was not just a gimmick. Because inside the sadistic slasher tunes, an abundant amount of powerful raw emcee talent (Esham, Gangsta Nip, Gravediggaz, Necro, Flatlinerz, Brotha Lynch Hung, etc) lurked to destroy bullshit music. With over 500,000 units sold nationwide, “Ringmaster” stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of Insane Clown Posse’s Dark Carnival legacy .
Detroit Free Press ICP Spotlight 1994
But. The biggest mystery is the actual release date of when Insane Clown Posse’s “Ringmaster” became available for the public to purchase in Detroit. As a wide variety of music sources have two different street dates for “Ringmaster”. So does anyone know?! Was the 2nd Joker’s Card released on January 28th, 1994 or March 8th, 1994? Either way! The 2024 year is the 30th anniversary of the legendary “Ringmaster”! So turn it the fuck up! And get wicked with your local serial killing neck cutta neighbor!
Post your favorite tracks and bars from both Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope featured inside the “Ringmaster” below!
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