A Chennai-based "A" Graded Carnatic vocalist, composer and teacher, Sivaganesh hails from Madurai and began his musical journey when he was 7 years old.

Siva, born on April 24th, 1991 to Sri. R S Neelakantan and Smt K. Krishnaveni, showcased his musical talent at a young age. At just 5 years old, he impressed by accurately identifying the Thala (as roopakam) while his grandfather, Sri R N Sivasailam, a respected Carnatic musician known for his vast repertoire of compositions, was singing without displaying the beat.

Born into a family deeply rooted in Carnatic music, Siva grew up surrounded by aunts, uncles, and sisters who were all involved in the tradition. Initially, he received basic lessons from his grandfather. However, as his grandfather's health declined due to age-related ailments, Siva had his learning under the tutelage of Sri Madurai R Kannan starting in 1999.

Under the mentorship of Sri Madurai R Kannan, a prominent disciple of the renowned Vidwan Sri TN Seshagopalan, Siva received thorough and rigorous training. Upon moving to Chennai in 2015, Siva had continued his musical journey under Sri CR Vaidhyanathan, who was himself a senior disciple of Veteran Sri PS Narayanaswamy (PSN Mama).

Siva is also a chartered accountant by qualification.

Having become a regular performer in Chennai sabhas and various venues, Siva has been giving concerts for the past two decades.