Uchikawa (JP)

DJ Masahiko Uchikawa has been active since the beginning of Japan’s club scene in the 1980’s. Known for his deep and soulful sound, he has released several 12” singles with R2 under his Rhythm Of Elements guise- a duo alongside internationally renowned classical / jazz pianist Makoto Kuriya – creating a fusion of fresh electronic club beats and virtuoso musicianship. He owns one of the best intimate club sound systems on the planet, LOFT, located in his home town Ueda, Nagano, where he has hosted a list of who’s who in the soulful house game.