Unikkatil

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Unikkatil
Unikkatil
Background information
Origin	Priština, Kosovo, Serbia
Genre(s)	Rap
Years active	1994 - present
Label(s)	Conqueror Records
Associated acts	The Bloody Alboz
Website	http://www.unikkatil.com/ (Note:website currently under construction)

Unikkatil (born in 1981) (birth name Viktor Palokaj, also known as Rebel a.k.a. Unikkatil) is a successful rapper and producer from Priština, Kosovo (Serbia) who is generally viewed and as the 'King' (also self proclaimed) of the Albanian hip-hop scene.^{[citation needed]} He has been one of the prolific pioneers of Shqip Rap (Albanian Rap) since 1994. Unikkatil has continued producing successful tunes while living in the Bronx, New York and in Kosovo. Unikkatil raps in Albanian and English though his main focus is in the Albanian language. In the late 90s/early 21st century Shqip Rap was mostly commercial based until Unikkatil brought something fresh, Gangster Shqip Rap. Gangster rap did exist in one form or another in Albanian rap however it was never popularized and never really grabbed the attention of a greater audience until Unikkatil came along. The skillful delivery, witty metaphorical rhymes of Unikkatil changed hip-hop scene and many rap artists have taken his direction, leaving the commercial party scene with soft, simple rhythmitic and to the point hip-hop behind. Although Viktor has gained fame recently, he has been around for quite a long time. He actually started recording songs such as "Demokraci" (Democracy) and "Ta Zhdukim Policinë" (Let's Vanish The Police) way back in 1992. At the age of only 12 he recorded his first professional song entitled "Zinxhirët Qe S'kputen" (Chains That Don't Break) (1993). Viktor moved to the USA in 1996 because of trouble back home in Kosovo. There, in the heavily Albanian populated Bronx, he got along with many of other Kosovars and Albanians and started producing music. In 1998 he, along with fellow Albanians, created a joking-around freestyle and in the same year he created a song called "If I Die U Die" which is considered by many as the best 'American-style' rap song ever made by an Albanian.

Contents 1 Other projects 2 Associated Acts 3 Recent Activities 4 Music Samples 5 External links

[edit] Other projects

As well as being the C.E.O. of Conqueror Records, he has formed a rap group called "The Bloody Alboz" or "T.B.A." ('Alboz' short for 'Albanians') where they record in various studios across Europe and predominantly Conqueror Records Studio in the Bronx, New York. Unikkatil has hosted two albums to date for the rap group. Their debut album "Unikkatil Prezenton TBA" (which translates "Unikkatil Presents TBA") was released in 2005. The Album includes 19 songs. Judging by the sound of the instrumentals it appears that most tracks were

produced by Unikkatil himself. The style of the instrumentals is not consistent throughout the album however, so it's safe to say that Unikkatil was not the only one involved in production, which is a good direction for the group's future LPs because it breaks the monotony and fits well to the various styles of the members of The Bloody Alboz. Unikkatil's well arranged hard kicks and snares, ethnic and string oriented instruments make his music stand out from the rest. The most recent album "Armiqt Suprem" (which translates "Supreme Enemies") was officially released and distributed on November 24, 2006 and just like the first albumm, was made available to predominantly Albanian audience worldwide. It sold 8,000 copies within the first three days in Kosovo which is huge success in a country with a low population of 2 million. This album starts out with an intense intro in which Rebel addresses the 'fake shqipes' with hardcore lyrics in a beautifully produced track with amazing delivery. The album is very impressive, keeping up with TBA's gangster image but also tackling many social issues.Alboz.

[edit] Associated Acts

Presioni

Jeton (formerly known as Tony DiAlbo)

Tee (Unikkatil's brother)
Z.E.F.
Klepto (formerly known as Special K)
Gem Belushi
Tribun
VZ (formerly known as Mafioz)(part of Zinxhirt)
Rameka
Sacrifice
Buja (part of Zinxhirt)
Tornados (Barooti and Floetri)
Dredha
D-Prave
F-Tim
Era Corrupted (formerly known as Eridon Connection)
OG 043
Triot DP

[edit] Recent Activities

Unikkatil is currently talking to JRecords and will be producing two songs for Kristin Hart who is a talented vocal entertainer who is on her way to a lengthy career. He is also currently holding concerts around New York and performing his latest tracks from his new album.

[edit] Music Samples

[edit] External links

• More info
• Unikkatil website
• The Bloody Alboz forum