According to Nielsen SoundScan, the entire catalog of the group has sold 6.5 million units in the United States and Canada as of April 2007. The duo has earned two platinum and five gold albums. Insane Clown Posse is known for its elaborate live performances and theatrical horror-inspired lyrics. Formed in Detroit in 1989 as a gangsta rap group, ICP's best known lineup consists of rappers Violent J (Joseph Bruce) and Shaggy 2 Dope (originally 2 Dope Joseph Utsler). Insane Clown Posse, often abbreviated as ICP, is an American rap rock duo.
