Insane Clown Posse -is an American hip hop duo formed in Delray, Detroit. The group comprises Joseph Bruce and Joseph Utsler, who perform under the stage names and personas "Violent J" and "Shaggy 2 Dope", a pair of murderous "wicked clowns". Insane Clown Posse performs a style of hardcore hip hop known as "horrorcore", and are known for their dark, violent lyrics and their elaborate live performances. The duo has earned two platinum albums and three gold albums, but has 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 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. 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. The group has 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.