Ikue Mori

Ikue Mori (もりいくえ Mori Ikue, born 1953 in Tokyo, Japan) is a drummer, composer, and graphic designer. She often records on Tzadik, as well as designing the covers for many of their albums. Mori has played on many projects led by comp

Ikue Mori (もりいくえ Mori Ikue, born 1953 in Tokyo, Japan) is a drummer, composer, and graphic designer. She often records on Tzadik, as well as designing the covers for many of their albums. Mori has played on many projects led by composer John Zorn.

Mori was born and raised in Japan. She says she had little interest in music before hearing punk rock. In 1977, she went to New York City, initially for a visit, but she fell into the music scene, and has remained in New York since.