Dark Lotus was an American hip hop group based in Detroit, Michigan, United States. Formed in 1998 as a side project of Insane Clown Posse and Twiztid, Dark Lotus was a representative of the horrorcore subgenre. From 1998 to 2017, Dark Lotus' lineup changed multiple times, with the most consistent members of the group being Violent J, Shaggy 2 Dope, Jamie Madrox, Monoxide and Blaze Ya Dead Homie.
Wizard of the Hood is the debut EP by Violent J. Released in 2003, it is the Insane Clown Posse member's first solo release. The EP is a concept album based on The Wizard of Oz, which is retold in an urban setting. Several tracks from the EP also sample music from the 1978 film The Wiz, another urban reimagining of The Wizard of Oz. A song with the same title had previously been released on the album Carnival of Carnage.
Jamie Michael Spaniolo, known professionally as Jamie Madrox, is an American rapper from Detroit, Michigan, and performs as a member of the hip hop groups Twiztid and House of Krazees. Spaniolo's stage name is a reference to Marvel Comics's character Multiple Man.
Psychopathic Rydas was an American hip hop group based in Detroit, Michigan. Formed in 1999 as a side project of Insane Clown Posse and Twiztid, the group consisted of Psychopathic Records-associated rappers performing under alternate stage names in the style of gangsta rap. Their best known lineup consisted of Violent J, Shaggy 2 Dope, Jamie Madrox, Monoxide Child and Blaze Ya Dead Homie.
Christopher C. Rouleau, also known as Blaze Ya Dead Homie or simply Blaze, is an American rapper from Mt. Clemens, Michigan. A representative of the hip hop subgenres gangsta rap and horrorcore, his stage persona is a resurrected gang member who had been killed in the late 1980s.
Twiztid is an American hip hop duo from Detroit, Michigan, known for both their horror-themed lyrics and rock-influenced sound. Formed in 1997, Twiztid is composed of rappers Jamie "Madrox" Spaniolo and Paul "Monoxide" Methric. Spaniolo and Methric are also members of the group House of Krazees with Bryan "The R.O.C." Jones, which formed in 1992.
1 Less G n Da Hood is the debut studio album by American rapper Blaze Ya Dead Homie. Released on October 16, 2001, the album is his second release on the Psychopathic label, following his self-titled debut EP. 1 Less G n Da Hood was produced by Twiztid, Mike Puwal, Fritz "the Cat" Van Kosky, and Violent J, and features appearances by guests Anybody Killa, Monoxide Child, Violent J, Jamie Madrox, and Shaggy 2 Dope.
Colton Grundy: The Undying is the second studio album by American rapper Blaze Ya Dead Homie. The album was released on October 19, 2004. This album features Blaze rapping under his alternate persona, Colton Grundy, who he is credited as on this release and on guest appearances elsewhere during this period.
Mostasteless is the debut album by American hip hop duo Twiztid, released on August 4, 1998, by Psychopathic Records. The album was reissued in 1999 with distribution by Island Records and a drastically altered track listing, with tracks added and removed.
Cryptic Collection is a compilation album by American hip hop duo Twiztid. Released on November 13, 2000, it is the first in the Cryptic Collection series, followed by Cryptic Collection Vol. 2 and Vol. 3, each containing rare tracks not available on regular releases.
Mirror Mirror is the first extended play and third major release by American hip hop duo Twiztid. It was released on April 9, 2002, through Psychopathic Records. Production was handled by Fritz "The Cat" Vankosky and both Twiztid members. It features guest appearances from Blaze Ya Dead Homie and Violent J.
The Green Book is the third studio album by American hip hop duo Twiztid, released on July 1, 2003.
Krimson Creek is the second solo studio album by American rapper Boondox. It was released on May 13, 2008 via Psychopathic Records. It features guest appearances from Blaze Ya Dead Homie, Insane Clown Posse and Twiztid, and music by Brian Kuma, Mike E. Clark, Martin "Tino" Gross, Darkeonz, Dr. Punch, Eric Davie, Scott Sumner, and UnderRated. The album peaked at number 113 on the Billboard 200, number 13 on the Independent Albums, number 12 on the Top Rap Albums and topped the Heatseekers Albums charts in the US.
W.I.C.K.E.D. is the seventh studio album by American hip hop duo Twiztid. Released on March 17, 2009, it is the group's highest-charting album, peaking at #11 on the Billboard 200. The album is also the fourth-highest-charting album in Psychopathic Records history, beaten only by Insane Clown Posse's The Amazing Jeckel Brothers, Bang! Pow! Boom!, and The Mighty Death Pop!, all of which peaked at #4.
Gang Rags is the fourth studio album by American rapper Blaze Ya Dead Homie. Released on June 22, 2010, it was produced by Mike E. Clark, and features appearances by guests Kottonmouth Kings, The Dayton Family, Anybody Killa and Insane Clown Posse. One of five different colored bandanas was included in the packaging of each album. Gang Rags debuted at number 52 on the Billboard 200.
Bryan Kareen Jones, better known by his stage name The R.O.C., is an American rapper from Detroit, Michigan. He is a founding member of the group House of Krazees, which was originally active from 1992 until 1997, when Hektic (Monoxide) and Mr. Bones left to form Twiztid, who were subsequently signed to Psychopathic Records.
A New Nightmare is the first mixtape by American hip hop duo Twiztid, and is their 11th major release overall. It was self-released on July 30, 2013, marking the group's first project since leaving Psychopathic Records in December 2012. First released on the group's official website store, it was released nationwide on September 3, 2013, and re-released on November 20, 2018, via Majik Ninja Entertainment. Recording sessions took place at "The Disc". Production was handled by Michael "Seven" Summers, Eric Davie, and the Dead Beatz. In regards to Twiztid's prior albums, A New Nightmare featured the most guest appearances overall, such as AJAX, Blaze Ya Dead Homie, Bukshot, Caskey, Danny Boone of Rehab, DJ Swamp, Dominic, Irv Da Phenom, Jared Gomes of (həd) p.e., JellyRoll, Johnny Richter, Lil Wyte, Liquid Assassin, Mickey Avalon, Swollen Members, The R.O.C., Wrekonize of ¡Mayday!, Aqualeo, and Anybody Killa.
The Darkness is the tenth studio album by American hip hop duo Twiztid. It was released on January 27, 2015, through Majik Ninja Entertainment with distribution via INgrooves. Recording sessions took place at the Dojo, a MNE recording studio in Michigan. Production was handled by Michael "Seven" Summers, Jake One, Eric Davie, Fritz the Cat and the Dead Beatz.
The Casket Factory is the 6th studio album, and 10th overall album from American rapper Blaze Ya Dead Homie. It was released on January 15, 2016 on Majik Ninja Entertainment.
The Continuous Evilution of Life's ?'s is the eleventh studio album by American hip hop duo Twiztid. It was released on January 27, 2017, through Majik Ninja Entertainment with distribution via INgrooves. Recording sessions took place at the Dojo in Michigan. Production was handled by Michael "Seven" Summers, Needlz, Davey Suicide, Skull Seagal and Afro Keys. It features guest appearances from Boondox, Blaze Ya Dead Homie, G-Mo Skee, Lex "The Hex" Master and The R.O.C.
