Before hopping behind the decks, Nashville-based photojournalist turned dj and producer Anthony Merriweather, known by his alias Hikko Mori, found an outlet with music in beatmaking – drawing inspiration from the likes of Madlib, Dirty Projectors, The Beastie Boys and Stereolab early in his musical journey. Whether sourcing sounds from obscure private press records to scouring the internet for the best tracks to fit a mood or venue – he prides himself as a crate digger that prioritizes curation. His presence in the booth evades an ego-driven approach and remains focused on the musical presentation. He’s created a name for himself via his Youtube channel – with his most popular mix surpassing 1 million views in six months. He’s exhibited his versatility with appearances at Cafe 1001 and Maxi Radio; and on Music is My Sanctuary and My Analog Journal. Hikko doesn’t shy away from any genre and can be found mixing anything from broken beat to soulful house. He currently frequents venues around Tennessee and has shifted his focus toward international gigs, Youtube, music production and a bi-monthly jazz rave hosted by his label Hikko Works.