INITIAL RHI (They/Them & She/Her)
PERFORMANCE DJ & Producer
Initial Rhi is also known as filmmaker RHI BERGADO who has directed content for music artists like Lizzo, Gwen Stefani, Yubin (Wonder Girls), CL (2NE1), Karol G, and Troye Sivan. Initial Rhi began their career as a DJ in the early 2000’s at various Pride Festivals
and nightclubs. Today, Rhi specializes in festivals and pop culture gatherings and tours the country DJing anime and comic convention events throughout the year. Known for an uncanny open format, Rhi has mastered the art of the meme rave with anime references video games, global dance, and overall pop culture nostalgia. Previous shows include: The House of Blues, Nokia Live, The Belasco, The Yost Theater, Urban Decay, K-Town Night Market, Tune in Tokyo, Long Beach Pride,San Diego Pride, Dyke Day LA, Theyfriend Festival, Comic-Con International, Anime Expo, Dragon Con, Holiday Matsuri, Anime LA, Gen Con, Disney's D23, performing bookings alongside artists including DEVO, Salt-N-Pepa, Jay Park, and Awkwafina
For bookings and press kit contact: rhi@kohaiandyoung.com
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Urban Decay's Moon Rave on IG Live - pop remixes and party jams for your Couch-chella pleasure
INITAL RHI DJ SET at ANIME LOS ANGELES AFTER DARK with Cosplay Deviants
INITIAL RHI CITY POP, FUTURE FUNK, DISCO HOUSE at CRYSTAL NOSTALGIA
INITIAL RHI LIVE AT COSPLAY DEVIANTS ANIME EXPO for COSPLAY DEVIANTS at THE BELASCO THEATER
Initial Rhi is also known as filmmaker RHI BERGADO (They/She) from Riverside CA, and Long Beach CA. House and dance music are their first love, but they also delve into hip-hop, trap, funk, jersey, drill, footwork, future funk and old school. Rhi can also rock a Dolly Parton sample when the situation arises. Previous shows include: The House of Blues, Nokia Live, The Belasco, The Yost Theater, Urban Decay, K-Town Night Market, Tune in Tokyo, Crystal Nostalgia at High Tide, Long Beach Pride, Dyke Day LA, San Diego Pride, Comic-Con International, Anime Expo, Dragon Con, Holiday Matsuri, Anime LA, Gen Con, Disney's D23, and your neighbor's bouncy castle.