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  ERROL GRAHAM DIAZ (Guitarist and Vocalist) Errol Graham Diaz was born in 1956 in Kollannawa, Sri Lanka.  He was the second of four children.  Errol started his education at St. John’s College, Dematagoda and at the early age of seven, he started playing music by teaching himself to play the guitar.  As a youngster, Errol started entertaining his neighbour’s nextdoor at Pagoda, whilst the adults were playing card games.  He was encouraged by everyone and received payment of Rs 5.00 for his efforts.  He would collect the monies and purchase music books to enhance his knowledge. In 1969, Errol migrated to Australia with his grand-mother and siblings.  In Sydney, he attended Birrong Boys High School and was a member of the school band.  Once he completed his schooling years, he joined a Dutch band called “Orbit Shuffle” and played for a few years earning very little. After a number ...