Insane Clown Posse – Mutilation Mix (1997)

January 28, 2024

Judging by the cover art this is a cheap cash-in “best of” that was supposed to collate some of ICP’s older stuff in one place for people new to the band with The Great Milenko. But don’t let the crappy cover art fool you. This is a great mix of old shit. A lot of the songs are cut down too, giving this record the vibe of an extended live set. I’m usually a guy who prefers songs in their original format / style / edit, but if you’ve heard the classic ICP stuff a million times this can be a good way to have a fresh rollercoaster ride through some of the highlights. My only complaint is that “Southwest Song” (arguably one of the group’s best cuts) is cut down to just one verse (as is “Wizard Of The Hood”) making the inclusion absolutely pointless.

The telephone skits that punctuate the record are always very entertaining. All in all, a good release IMO. I’m about to bounce, I’ll see you round like a donut.