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N'toko
N'toko in 2015
N'toko in 2015
Background information
Birth nameMiha Blažič
Born1980 (age 43–44)
Novo Mesto, SFR Yugoslavia
Occupation(s)musician, songwriter, columnist
Years active2000–present
Websitentoko.si

Miha Blažič, better known by his stage name N'toko, is a Slovenian rapper and lead vocalist of Moveknowledgement. He is well known for his socially critical lyrics, which gave him acclaim in the underground Slovenian hip-hop scene. He freestyles and writes in English as well.

N'toko is a three-time Slovenian freestyle champion. In years 2001 and 2003, where he came up tied with fellow rapper Trkaj in the finals (this was the only 'battle' he didn't win, neither did he lose). He was also the champion in freestyle battle, 2009.

Shortly after his second title, that was rewarded with a record deal at Nika Records, N'toko released his debut album Cesarjeva nova podoba (Emperor's new image) which is considered as the best rap album on Slovenian scene.[1] Year later Ntoko would record his strictly English EP, Where's Waldo EP, that was again critically acclaimed. His second album was yet again another great album,[2] in 2007, he released his second EP as well.

N'Toko Le Toubab by Primož Jakopin, after the rapper's signature and the name's country flag.

He also released three albums with Moveknowledgement.

References

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  1. ^ N'Toko: Cesarjeva nova podoba, Trkaj: V času enga diha
  2. ^ "N´toko: rap - Dogaja.se". Archived from the original on 2007-10-15. Retrieved 2008-01-07.
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