Asheton

Asheton may refer to:

• Ron Asheton (1948-2009): An American guitarist, bassist and songwriter, best known as a founding member of the influential proto-punk band The Stooges. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Stooges in 2010. His distinctive guitar style, characterized by raw power and distortion, significantly influenced the development of punk rock.

• Scott Asheton (1949-2014): An American drummer, also a founding member of The Stooges. He, along with his brother Ron, provided the rhythmic backbone of the band. His powerful and relatively straightforward drumming style contrasted with his brother’s more flamboyant guitar work, creating the band’s signature sound. He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Stooges in 2010.

• The surname Asheton: A surname of English origin. Its meaning and history are associated with place names and possibly occupational designations. The brothers Ron and Scott Asheton are the most notable bearers of the name.