Nitro Microphone Underground, formed in Japan in 1997, comprised founding
members Bigzam, Dabo, Deli, Gore‑Tex, Macka‑Chin, Suiken, S‑Word, and XBS. The
group first appeared on stage that year, quickly establishing a collective style
that mirrored the Wu‑Tang Clan concept, with each member releasing solo projects
that highlighted individual lyrical prowess. Their breakthrough came with the
album Nitro Works on 5 November 1999, followed by the self‑titled album Nitro
Microphone Underground on 7 October 2000, which sold approximately 20 000 copies
and was re‑issued by Def Jam Japan...