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SUNAK VOWS TO ADDRESS CRUCIAL ISSUES: – by Joe Van Langenberg October 25.2022, will go down as one of the most significant and momentous events of all time, in the history of the United Kingdom. All remain hopeful, that the changing of the Prime Ministerial Guard at No.10 Downing Street, would bring about a renewed lease on life, for both the nation and her people. For it was on this day (Tuesday) that the country decided to welcome into its collective fold, a new leader who it felt, could provide the people with stability and a level playing field. At 42, Rishi Sunak becomes not only the youngest, but the only Hindu to be entrusted with the sacrosanct responsibility of leading the United Kingdom at this crucial juncture, when the political status quo is replete with challenges, which necessitates someone strong, but one who is tactful and diplomatic. A larger ...

Oct 31, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged King Charles Ill, Rishi Sunak, UK Parliament, United Kingdom

MUSIC INDUSTRY LOSES PART OF ITS SOUL: – by Joe Van Langenberg Once again as many times before, death has snuffed out the life of yet another gifted performer, who could be deservedly described, as one of those who left his footprint on music industry’s hallowed turf; the other two been Sunil Perera of the Gypsies and Ronnie Leitch. His name was Desmond Anaclitus Rajiva de Silva, popularly known as Desmond aka Baila King. Life is replete with twists and turns. It’s a bitter and unpalatable pill to swallow, but it’s a harsh and cruel reality we need to accept. With the unexpected passing of Desmond, while being at the top of his game, the music industry has lost an entertainer extraordinaire. Desmond’s monumental loss has made the music and entertainment industry weep. It’s no exaggeration to state, that music has lost a part of its very soul, leaving many ...

Jan 14, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Desmond aka Baila King, Desmond De Silva, MUSIC INDUSTRY LOSES PART OF ITS SOUL:, Ronnie Leitch, SUNIL PERERA

“VALE’ CHRIS GREET” – By Des Kelly It is with great sadness that I inform all members of eLanka of the passing of not just a very good friend, but also of someone who was a true legend of our beautiful Motherland, Sri Lanka. There were only a very few Sri Lankans of this halcyon era in Lanka that that didn’t know Chris, be it even only his dulcet tones on Radio Ceylon, if not personally. The era I write about was during the 1950’s. We were both young & carefree, Chris, just a few years older than me owned a second-hand Mayflower car, in which he would pick me up in order to attend a few rehearsals of my song Dreamworld, and on the way, the car would inevitably break down, and Chris would then get out, kick the closest tyre and say to me, “don’t worry Desmond, she ...

Dec 31, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, DESMOND KELLY, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged CHRIS.GREET, Jimmy Barucha, Joe Van Langenberg, Tim Haushington, Wijeya Corea Comments 1

CHARLIE WAS MUSIC INDUSTRY’S PRIDE: by Joe Van Langenberg Charlie Frank Pride who held sway in the early 1960’s to mid-1970’s; continuing into the 1980’s & beyond, passed away unexpectedly & tragically from the insidious ravages of COVID-19 on December 12.2020 in Dallas, Texas USA. He was 86 years young at the time of his demise. He is survived by his wife Rozene (1956-2020) his children Dion Pride, Angela Pride & Kraig Pride; to all of whom we offer our heartfelt condolences. Charlie was an American singer, musician, guitarist & professional baseball player, who was born in Sledge, Mississippi USA. But more importantly, he was a dyed-in-the wool performer, who lived & breathed the intoxicating fragrance, of what many dubbed the elixir of life Conspicuous among his multitude of chart toppers, was the collective cream of the crop, vis-a-vis “Kiss an angel good morning, Is anybody going to San Antone, ...

Dec 15, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Charlie Frank Pride, Joe Van Langenberg

“007” CROSSES THE GREAT DIVIDE: by Joe Van Langenberg Sir Sean Connery, famously known for his portrayal of British Secret Service Agent 007 James Bond with a license to kill, passed away peacefully in the Bahamas on October 31. 2020 with his family by his bedside. He was 90 years ‘young’ at the time of his demise. Born Thomas Sean Connery on August 25.1930 in Edinburgh, Sean started his initial working career as a coffin polisher, milkman & lifeguard; before taking up to body-building, where he met Arnold Schwarzenegger “Arnie”, who in paying tribute described Sir Sean as an acting “icon & a source of motivation”. Sir Sean came pretty close to clinching the “Mr Universe” title, given that he secured a third runner-up slot. ...

Nov 6, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Joe Van Langenberg, Sean Connery Comments 0

“A TEA-PLUCKING PRODIGY” – By Des Kelly He needs no introduction, need I say more ?, Van Langenberg’s the name, we call him Joe. Anything on his mind, a story to tell ?, Joe gets right down to it, relating it well. We are proud to have you on eLanka, mate. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) eLanka. ...

Oct 1, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, DESMOND KELLY, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Arumugam Thondaman, tea plantations in Central Sri Lanka Comments 0

GENTLEMAN, FRIEND & TALENTED MUSICIAN: Ricky Christoffelsz – By Joe Van Langenberg The sad news of Ricky Christoffelsz’s passing, in the early hours of Friday or Saturday morning (September 18 or 19) left me in a state of shock & disbelief. Shocked, given the fact, that it was only seven or eight days back, when I spoke to him via video link and he was his normal, talkative & jovial self. Disbelief, considering that he was relatively young & bubbling with so much of energy, hope & enthusiasm for the future. Ricky was a gentle soul, who had not a malicious bone in his body. He had a smile which endeared many to him. Wife Jenny, (who also happens to be my niece) has been left understandably heart-broken without her soulmate, sweetheart & anchor, to navigate her through the rough & stormy seas. Needless to say, this has been an ...

Sep 22, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Joe Van Langenberg, Ricky Christoffelsz Comments 0

CENTENARIAN WITH A DIFFERENCE: By Joe Van Langenberg Photo source:BBC The fact that 105-year-young centenarian Eileen Ash, happens to be one of the oldest ladies in the United Kingdom(UK) to be in possession of a driving licence & allowed to still drive, without been assessed for the past eighty years; is in itself, an achievement of no mean repute. Still bright, breezy & bushy-tailed, with a refreshing sense of humour & repartee to match; not to mention having a positive attitude, Eileen had the distinction of representing England in cricket back in the 1930’s & 1940’s. Since then, she has been soldiering on, with nary a care. This silver-haired bundle of energy, has been leading an energetic life-style, taking up yoga, when she was in her ninetees. Her reflexes, judging from the video clip posted on facebook a couple of days back, seem to be spot-on & belies her ...

Jun 3, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Eileen Ash Comments 0

ARIANA’S GRAND-E GESTURE: By Joe Van Langenberg In the almost immediate aftermath of the horrendous suicide bombing at the Manchester arena on May 22nd 2017, where around 22 young concert-goers lost their lives, in addition to about 59 others sustaining injuries, diminutive 23-year-old Ariana Grande is determined not to allow anything to get in her way. The doe-eyed beauty, who has made quite a name for herself & continues being a pivotal part of the music industry, has now decided to organise a star-studded musical extravaganza, to honour those whose lives had been so cruelly snuffed out by a radicalised fanatic. ...

May 31, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged British Broadcasting Corporation, Justin Bieber, Manchester Emergency Fund Comments 0

Joan Baez: By Joe Van Langenberg Arguably one of the best & most revered folk singers, apart from Bob Dylan, who left her lasting footprint on music’s hallowed turf. A voice laced with profound sadness & raw emotion, but packed with refinement & purpose. When Joan Baez passed away after having enjoyed considerable success, she made the industry & her multitude of fans weep unashamedly & genuinely An artiste so versatile & famous, but yet so humble. She was the real deal. May she rest in peace. She may be gone, but she will never be forgotten! ...

May 23, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Joe Van Langenberg Tagged Joe Van Langenberg Comments 0