It's a rare case of the headliners homeboys actually matching the stars, with them all delivering aggressive, lyrical verses.

Capone was in jail during most of the recording, so Noreaga is the main star of this album, with other Queens rappers (Tradegy and a bunch of no-names) filling in the blanks. These guys would have definitely been put on some kind of watch list had it been released just a few years later. There are Middle Eastern elements to some of the beats as well. The group uses the 'Iraq' theme constantly, and many of the rappers also follow Islam, albeit a radical, urban version (not the DtA type). As Capone-N-Noreaga - which naturally translates into the clever initials CNN - were recording their debut album, Capone was sent to jail, leaving Noreaga to handle the majority of The War Report himself, with the occasional help of such stars as Nas. The creepy, often lo-key beats are reminiscent of a bleaker Wu-Tang Clan, and the bass is powerful. While the group mainly talks about dealing drugs and jail, the specificity of the lyrics prove the authenticity of the rapper's involved. 'Thug Planet' (featuring Imam T.H.U.G.CNN's debut offers a heavy, dark glimpse into life in Lefrak, Queens (Or Iraq as they like to call it). 'The Oath' (featuring Raekwon & Busta Rhymes) Upon their release, the duo hit the studio, concocting their debut album, 'The War Report, ' and. A video was also released for 'Hood Pride' on August 18, 2010. Tommy Boy Reissues exclusive limited edition pressing of Capone-N-Noreaga's 'The War Report' on Octoas part of Tommy Boy's 40th anniversary Hailing from Queens, New York, Capone and Noreaga first met while both serving time in prison. The War Report is the debut album of the hip hop duo Capone N- Noreaga(CNN shortly) released in 1997.Those of you who wondered from where these dudes are from, you was right again if you thought Queensbridge.The War Report was released too late to have very significant part in shifting the attention back to east from west since that happened already couple of years before and by 1997 west. The album received favorable reviews from critics and fans alike even earning a 4 out of 5 mic rating from The. 20 Years Later: A Ranking Of Capone-N-NoreagaвЂ™s Classic Debut вЂThe War ReportвЂ™ New York CityвЂ™s history of producing seminal rap talent and albums is by far the most illustrious, with many. Another video was released for 'My Attribute' on July 12, 2010. Rap duo Capone-n-Noreaga aka CNN from Lefrak City Iraq, Queens, NY, released The War Report in mid вЂ™97 which eventually went on to sell over 500,000 copies being certified Gold. 145 gsm fabric, solid color t-shirts are 100. Female model shown is 58' / 173 cm tall and wearing size Small. Male model shown is 60' / 183 cm tall and wearing size Large. Slim fit, so size up if you prefer a looser fit, or check out the Classic T-Shirt. A video was released for 'Pain' on July 11, 2010. Just your everyday smooth, comfy tee, a wardrobe staple. The first single from the album is 'Hood Pride', which features Faith Evans, was released on June 8, 2010. It is the sequel to the duo's 1997 debut album, The War Report. The War Report 2: Report the War is the fourth studio album by American hip hop duo Capone-N-Noreaga.

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