"I didn’t just learn to play; I learned to listen to music, to emotion, and to myself."

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What began as a break from vocal training soon became a deep and lasting connection with the guitar. Growing up in a Carnatic music household, Sreeram’s journey started in the ninth grade with a red-burst Crusader acoustic, a gift from his supportive father and inspired by a school senior who could shred like Slash.

Originally advised to rest his voice, he turned to the guitar, first under the guidance of Vibin, then through countless YouTube tutorials. With roots in Indian classical music and a growing love for hard rock and metalcore, he taught himself the riffs of Guns N’ Roses, ERRA, and Skyharbor.

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Encouraged by his family and friends, Sreeram poured his energy into exploring tone, melody, and expression. Though he learned mostly on his own, he learned to trust his instincts and develop his unique sound.

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Today, he fuses Carnatic melodies with progressive metal, drawing influence from Indian bands like Pineapple Express and Bloodywood. Whether performing at private gigs or delivering high-energy live sets, his goal remains simple: play with honesty, keep evolving, and inspire others to do the same.

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His message to aspiring guitarists is clear: protect the joy that first drew you to the instrument, and always show up with sincerity. That is where true growth begins.