dj sniff (Takuro Mizuta Lippit) is a musician, curator, educator in the field of experimental electronic arts and improvised music. His performances merge influences from experimental music, hip hop, and free improvisation, through utilizing self-built instruments. Over the years, he has collaborated on musical projects with Evan Parker, Otomo Yoshihide, Tarek Atoui, Ken Ueno, and Senyawa. His recent work has expanded into conceptual sound pieces and installations that are based on histories and theories of turntablism and audio culture, particularity from WW2 era Japan. He is currently based in both Los Angeles and Tokyo.
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