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AKSHAY IYER is a New Jersey-based drummer, producer, and live performer who has built an impressive network with/collaborated with Grammy-nominated and established artists, including CyHi The Prynce (Ye's ghostwriter), Flawed Mangoes, Nobu Woods, Sid Sriram, Hailey Knox, Jay Versace, and CeeLo Green. (Instagram: 28k+ ; TikTok: 25k+ ; Youtube: 6k+)

AKSHAY IYER is a drummer, producer, and live performer. Based in New Jersey, he has established himself as a versatile and in-demand musician in both live and studio settings. From an early age, Akshay honed his craft, fusing the intricate rhythms of his South Indian percussive roots with contemporary drumming styles, creating a signature approach that is both technical and deeply expressive.
Akshay has built an impressive network and worked alongside a diverse range of Grammy-nominated and industry-established artists. With direct connections to industry figures such as CyHi The Prynce, CeeLo Green, Nobu Woods, Sid Sriram, Hailey Knox, Jay Versace, and Nikhil Iyer, he continues to expand his reach within the music scene, securing opportunities for both live and studio work. His ability to seamlessly adapt across genres has made him a go-to drummer for some of the most innovative voices in music today.
His work has also been recognized by major industry figures, including a personal message from Grammy-nominated playback singer and IIFA Award winner Shilpa Rao, as well as a story repost and follow from Grammy-nominated comedian Bill Burr.
With a growing presence online, Akshay has built an engaged following of over 28,000 on Instagram, 25,000 on TikTok, and 5,800 on YouTube.

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