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United States Capone, known as half of the rap duo Capone-N-Noreaga, has significantly impacted East Coast hip hop and expanded his influence into fashion and education.
Supreme collaborated with Capone-N-Noreaga for a Fall/Winter 2016 release, featuring a special video with the Queens duo rapping lyrics to announce the partnership. This collaboration commemorated the 20th anniversary of their street classic, "The War Report."
Capone collaborated with the Ewing brand to commemorate the 22-year anniversary of "The War Report" album, leading to the creation of The Ewing War Report Rogue.
Capone developed his own fashion brand, Akasi Collection, named after his government name Kiam Akasi Holley. The brand features apparel like t-shirts, sweatsuits, and seasonal collections, reflecting his passion for fashion.
Kiam Akasi Holley, known professionally as Capone, was born on February 8, 1976, in Queens, New York City. He rose to prominence as one half of the East Coast hip hop duo Capone-N-Noreaga (C-N-N) alongside his friend and fellow rapper N.O.R.E. Their debut album, “The War Report,” released in 1997, achieved critical acclaim and commercial success, charting in the Hip Hop/R&B Top 5 and earning Gold certification. Despite periods of incarceration that impacted his early career, Capone consistently contributed to the duo’s music and maintained a presence in the hip hop scene. After his release from jail, he and N.O.R.E. recorded their second album, “The Reunion.” Capone further diversified his work by releasing solo albums such as “Pain, Time & Glory” in 2005, which reached 42 on the US R&B charts, 21 on the US Rap charts, and 24 on the US Indie charts. He also contributed the single “I Need Speed” to the “Need for Speed: Underground 2” video game soundtrack in 2004.
Capone’s career has demonstrated notable versatility and progression beyond music. He has been featured as himself in video games like “Def Jam Vendetta” (2003), “Def Jam: Fight for NY” (2004), and “Def Jam Fight for NY: The Takeover” (2006). In 2020, he collaborated with Daz Dillinger of Tha Dogg Pound to form the group C-N-D, releasing the album “Guidelines” through Empire Distribution. This collaboration extended to an EP titled “Wolves” with Lak, known as The Hiphop Educator, under SmartThug Entertainment. This project showcased a conscious shift in his artistry, focusing on educational themes and lyrical depth.
Beyond his musical endeavors, Capone has ventured into fashion with his brand, Akasi Collection, named after his government name. The brand reflects his long-standing passion for fashion, evolving from t-shirts to sweatsuits and seasonal apparel. He continues to announce plans for future projects, including potential documentaries and a 20th-anniversary celebration of “The Reunion” album, highlighting his ongoing engagement with his musical legacy and new creative outlets.
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