THE JOURNEY
Fun Fact: Lokesh won the coveted ‘Mr. MSM’ title while graduating from school in 1996.
Lokesh Madan’s passion for music ignited at the age of 4, when he first took the stage at Mount St. Mary’s School, Delhi, singing for the school assembly. His natural talent was quickly recognized, and he was regularly invited by teachers to perform for his class. This early encouragement set him on a path to winning numerous inter-class, inter-house, inter-school, and inter-college music competitions, solidifying his love for performance.
By 13, Lokesh picked up the acoustic guitar, and by 15, he had mastered the bass guitar, becoming an integral part of his school band. His musical prowess earned him top honors at prestigious inter-school competitions like Youthquake (Bang Club), Celesta, Cornucopia, Beats (Mater Dei School), and Anchor Fest (Naval Public School)—excelling across categories in Solo, Duet, Group, and Instrumental performances.
Growing up in a musically rich household, Lokesh was immersed in diverse sounds—his mother’s spiritual and Punjabi folk music, and his sister’s love for Bollywood melodies—which shaped his deep appreciation for music across genres and languages.
🎤 Fun Fact: Lokesh was crowned ‘Mr. MSM’ in 1996, an honor that marked not just his charisma, but his all-round excellence in music, academics, and leadership.
His journey from school stages to global arenas is a testament to his passion, dedication, and ability to connect with audiences everywhere.
Canzona
'Eka' Band (2010 - Present)
Started singing at the age of 4
Lokesh Madan Live
Corporate Career (2000-2010)
Lokesh Madan's Studio
SINGER
SONGWRITER
PERFORMER
BASSIST
COMPOSER
The First Band - Canzona (1996 to 2000)
After completing high school, Lokesh formed Canzona with his school bandmates, a band that quickly became a force to be reckoned with in the Indian rock circuit. Canzona dominated prestigious All-India music competitions, winning at:
✅ Rendezvous (IIT Delhi)
✅ Rocktaves (Oasis, BITS Pilani)
✅ Mood Indigo (IIT Powai)
✅ King George’s Medical College (Lucknow)
Lokesh’s exceptional bass skills won him Best Bassist awards at multiple events. As one of the youngest gigging bands of its time, Canzona performed extensively at college festivals, blending powerful original compositions with iconic rock covers—leaving audiences spellbound across the country.
Musicals
🎭 A Versatile Performer
Lokesh expanded his musical repertoire by collaborating with renowned theatre directors such as:
🎬 George Pulinkala
🎬 Madhu Sagar
🎬 Stephen Morarzi
These experiences refined his skills as a live performer and stage artist, adding theatrical depth to his music career.
The Corporate Career (2000 to 2010)
💼 A Decade in Business & Beyond
While music was his first love, Lokesh’s journey also took him into the corporate world. In 2000, he began working in media, later transitioning to ITES in Bangalore in 2002. Over the years, he gained expertise in:
📈 Pre-sales & Business Development
📊 Client Relationship Management
📑 Sales & Strategy
During this phase, he pursued a postgraduate program in Marketing and attended prestigious leadership training programs at IIT Madras & Symbiosis Pune. His last corporate role was as General Manager for Business Development & Client Relations, Asia, for a leading multinational.
🎶 The Return to Music
While traveling for business to Mumbai, Lokesh began jamming with his old school friend and bandmate Raghav Sachar (Canzona). Their songwriting sessions rekindled his passion for music. Eventually, a jam session in Delhi with his future Eka bandmates made him realize:
✨ It was time to leave the corporate world and follow his true calling—music!
And so, Eka was born.
Eka Band (2010 - Present)
🎤 Winning Hearts & Awards
Lokesh is the founding member & frontman of Eka, one of India’s most sought-after live acts.
🏆 Best Group Award – ArtistAloud Awards (Two Consecutive Years!)
Since its inception in 2010, Eka has performed across India and internationally, headlining corporate events, luxury weddings, music festivals, and college fests, making them a powerhouse of live entertainment.
Lokesh Madan's Studio
🎙️ Where Music Comes to Life
Lokesh has built a state-of-the-art home studio in Gurugram, where he:
🎵 Writes, produces, records, and arranges original music
🎶 Collaborates with artists & musicians
🎤 Works as a voice-over artist for brands & digital platforms
📡 During the COVID-19 lockdown, Lokesh took his performances online, delivering high-energy virtual concerts for global audiences.
💡 The studio is available for hire for recording & production projects—equipped with top-of-the-line gear, assembled meticulously over time.
Lokesh Madan Live
During the pandemic, the world has gone virtual. Lokesh has been performing online for various corporates and private events from his studio. Lokesh Madan Live is a brand new offering for virtual events and it continues to develop and grow during the Covid 19 pandemic and offers a unique and engaging audio and visual experience. The response to the virtual concerts has been very encouraging with multiple repeat shows. Virtual events are a new reality and Lokesh Madan Live is a compelling entertainment offering for virtual events.
Influences & Inspirations
🎶 Shaped by Legends
Lokesh’s music is deeply influenced by some of the greatest artists across genres:
🎤 Vocal & Composition Influences:
🎼 KK, Freddie Mercury (Queen), AR Rahman, Kishore Kumar, U2, The Beatles, RD Burman, Deep Purple, Pritam, Vishal-Shekhar, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Arijit Singh
🎸 Instrumental & Band Influences:
🎸 Billy Sheehan, Dave La Rue, Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple
✨ His versatile musicality, powerful stage presence, and deep-rooted passion make him an artist who doesn’t just perform—he creates an unforgettable experience.