Bark and Rhythm: Beats for Dogs

Dog Beats, the 1991 EP by Inner City Posse, later renowned as Insane Clown Posse, marks a pivotal moment in the duo's career. This release was their first professionally recorded work and the inaugural offering from Psychopathic Records. Before Dog Beats, the duo had only released homemade "basement tapes" on cassette. The EP features a unique blend of hip-hop and horrorcore, setting the stage for their future iconic sound. Notably, the track "Dog Beats" samples George Clinton's "Atomic Dog," adding a layer of funk to their gritty lyrics. The EP's cover art has become a cult classic, with fans even tracking down the photo shoot locations. Dog Beats is not just an album; it's a testament to the duo's early creativity and the birth of their distinctive style.