Aniketh Ashok is a professional drummer, educator, and the Founder of Gigman Live, a premier talent management agency based in Bengaluru, India. With a journey rooted in rhythm, Aniketh began his musical path with Indian percussion before transitioning to the drum-kit, where he discovered his true calling.

Over the years, he has established himself as one of the most versatile and dependable drummers in the Indian music scene. Aniketh has had the honour of performing with some of the country’s most celebrated artists, including Shankar Mahadevan, Hariharan, Sanjith Hegde, Vasuki Vaibhav, GuruKiran, Arjun Janya, Brodha V, Kutcheri, Haiku-like Imagination, Chandan Shetty, Dr. Prakash Sontakke, and Dr. Jyotsna Srikanth, among many others. His ability to adapt across genres and his deep musical sensitivity make him a sought-after musician for both live and studio settings.

Beyond performance, Aniketh is committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians. He serves as a Drum Mentor at Octavium Music Academy, where he imparts his knowledge and experience to aspiring drummers.

Through Gigman Live, Aniketh combines his performance expertise with a sharp eye for talent and event execution, bridging the gap between artists and opportunities. His unique dual career as a full-time touring drummer and an artist manager gives him a holistic understanding of the industry—both on stage and behind the scenes.

"I’ve been playing Mapex for nearly 10 years now, and it’s become an essential part of my sound. The hardware is rock solid, the tone is spot on, and it’s unbelievably reliable, on stage, in the studio, everywhere. Mapex just gets it right. And of course, from the very first time I sat behind the Black Panther, I knew it was something special. It continues to be the strongest element in my musical indentity & I look forward to what it has in store for me, every single time." -Aniketh Ashok