Tiko (Tim Benson ) hails from a long line of old world tobacco farmers out of the mountains of Tennessee, so it's no wonder that he enjoys a fine cigar before a show, after a show, or even during ... establishment permitting.
Given to excesses, Tiko's bass has a few too many strings (7), but he thrives on the excitement of pounding out foot-stompin', booty-shakin' bass lines as bedrock for one of the solidest rhythm sections in the Seattle area today.
As for any information on his mysterious past, you'll have to inquire directly.
He does prefer the direct approach.
