Episodes

  • Episode 16: Esham - "Purgatory" (2023)

    Episode 16: Esham - "Purgatory" (2023)
    Jul 25 2023
    Lars and Snax ask Esham about his new album, and how it connects to Dante's Divine Comedy. They get his perspective on Hip-Hop culture, and how he thinks it has changed over the years. Esham's work with Psychopathic Records is also discussed, as are his plans for future projects. Don't miss this in-depth interview with one of the most influential and enigmatic figures in Hip-Hop!
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    28 mins
  • Episode 15: Insane Clown Posse - "Woh The Weeping Weirdo" (2023)

    Episode 15: Insane Clown Posse - "Woh The Weeping Weirdo" (2023)
    Jul 18 2023
    Lars and Snax dive deep into this EP as they share their thoughts on its place in the Dark Carnival mythology. Connections are drawn to the transcendentalist and anti-transcendentalist literary movements, as well as David Foster Wallace's "Infinite Jest". Please enjoy Hatchet Chat's in-depth review of this great EP!
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    34 mins
  • Episode 14: 3 Headed Monster - "Obliteration" (2023)

    Episode 14: 3 Headed Monster - "Obliteration" (2023)
    Jul 7 2023
    Lars and Snax's in-depth discussion covers a wide variety of topics, including the benefits of collaboration in an algorithm-driven world, as well as how the perception of institutional power has shifted over the years. Happy listening!
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    24 mins
  • Episode 13: Shaggy 2 Dope - "Professor Shaggs and the Quest for the Ultimate Groove" (2023)

    Episode 13: Shaggy 2 Dope - "Professor Shaggs and the Quest for the Ultimate Groove" (2023)
    Jun 14 2023
    As Lars and Snax discuss Shaggy 2 Dope's latest solo effort, they cover a variety of topics, including the subgenres that may have influenced its production, and the differences between an independent and industry music career. Happy listening!
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    47 mins
  • Episode 12: The Wraith: Remix Albums (2006)

    Episode 12: The Wraith: Remix Albums (2006)
    May 31 2023
    This week on Hatchet Chat, Lars and Snax are joined by legendary music and video producer Brian Kage aka Kuma. For over 15 years, Kuma has worked with Psychopathic Records both on the music and video side of things, in addition to his prolific work outside of the label. Lars and Snax get to ask him about his experiences producing for ICP and other Psychopathic artists, as well as his memories of working on the 2006 release, "The Wraith: Remix Albums". They also discuss topics such as video game music, data management, and Kuma's upcoming projects! Happy listening!
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    43 mins
  • Episode 11: Ouija Macc - Gutterwater (2018)

    Episode 11: Ouija Macc - Gutterwater (2018)
    Apr 3 2023
    This week on Hatchet Chat, MC Lars and MC Snax discuss the production of the album "Gutter Water" and are joined by special guest, producer Deveraux. They discuss the similarities between "Gutter Water" and other classic Psychopathic records, as well as the moral lessons embedded in some of ICP's music. Deveraux shares his experiences working with Violent J, Shaggy 2 Dope and other artists, and provides insight into his upcoming projects, including "Detritus" and new music from Shaggytheairhead. The conversation also touches on live performances and the role of Chunk in adding flavor to the beats.
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    48 mins
  • Episode 10: Beverly Kills 50187 (1993)

    Episode 10: Beverly Kills 50187 (1993)
    Mar 11 2023
    Welcome to Hatchet Chat, the podcast that dives deep into the world of Insane Clown Posse and their music. In this episode, we're exploring "Beverly Kills 50187". Released in 1993, this EP is the first "sideshow" entry in the group's Dark Carnival saga and features a mix of horrorcore and indie hip hop. Join us as Lars discusses the EP's tracks, including standout tracks like "In the Haughhh!" and "Chop! Chop!", which features guest vocals from Esham. We'll also delve into the production of the EP, with Mike E. Clark, Insane Clown Posse, Esham, and Chris Conley all contributing as producers. In addition to the music itself, we'll explore the backstory behind the EP. Did you know that "The Stalker" features an actual answering machine message left by an ex-boyfriend who was stalking Violent J's then-girlfriend? And what about the temporary member Greez-E, who appears on one track before leaving the group after the EP's release? Tune in to this classic Hatchet Chat for all this and more as we take a deep dive into the world of Insane Clown Posse and their music, and our episode on Beverly Kills 50187.
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    14 mins
  • Episode 9: Violent J - Blood Sunday (2023)

    Episode 9: Violent J - Blood Sunday (2023)
    Feb 28 2023
    As you all now, Violent J is a 50-year-old MC, producer, and former wrestler from Detroit, Michigan, notable for forming the Insane Clown Posse and co-founding the label Psychopathic Records. Snax and Lars discuss how this might one of Violent J's finest solo album to date, with a darker and more focused sound than his previous efforts. The production is a mix of both old and new sounds throughout his thirty years in the game
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    50 mins