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Japanese hip-hop artist From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
AK-69, also known as Kalassy Nikoff (エーケーシックスティーナイン/カラシニコフ) is a Japanese hip-hop artist from Komaki, Aichi. As a rapper, AK-69 uses his stage name; while singing, he is usually known as "Kalassy Nikoff." AK-69 also goes by the alias "REDSTA." In 2004, he began producing a fashion line known as "BAGARCH."[3] The single "Public Enemy" was nominated in 2011 for Best Hip Hop Music Video in the MTV Music Aid Japan, and won the same award at the 2011 Space Shower Music Video Awards. At the 2011 Billboard Japan Awards, AK-69 was selected as Independent Artist of the Year.[4]
AK-69 | |
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Birth name | Takeshi Hiroki (武士 尋己)[1] |
Also known as | Kalassy Nikoff, Redsta[2] |
Born | 1978[2] |
Origin | Komaki, Aichi, Japan[3] |
Genres | Hip hop |
Occupation(s) | rapper, singer |
Years active | 2003–present |
Labels | Flying B Entertainment/Def Jam Recordings |
Website | www |
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