N'toko

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N'toko (born Miha Blažič), is a rapper and leading vocalist from a group Moveknowledgement, from Slovenia. He is well known for his socially critical lyrics, which gave him acclaim in the underground Slovenian hip-hop scene. He is also one of the best freestylers in Slovenian scene, yet he freestyles and writes in English as well, what is more, he is known to never have lost a battle, wheather it was in Slovene or English. Later ability comes from life-time experiences, since he lived in USA during his youth.

N'toko was twice 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).

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.

He also released three albums with moveknowledgement.