Nitro Microphone Underground

Formed through in-club collaborations and general interaction within the Tokyo hip hop scene, Nitro Microphone Underground perfected the large-crew format in Japanese hip hop and the rapid-fire passing from MC to MC that's become their trademark. Indeed, the group has drawn numerous comparisons to Wu-Tang Clan, and rightfully so given their style. After independently releasing their self-titled debut in 1999, the group was quickly picked up by Def Jam Japan, quickly reaching Top 20 status on the Japanese charts with the re-release of the album. With subsequent releases, the gr...