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LEGENDARY INDRANI PERERA REMINISCED AFTER SIX DECADES OF DOMINANCE IN MELODIC ARENA – by Sunil Thenabadu Indrani Perera is the celebrated Sri Lankan singer and playback singer labeled as the “Nightingale of Sri Lankan music” who was along with Clarence Wijewardena and Annesley Malewana are known as the “Original Sinhala Pop Trio”. She was born in Borella ,a resident of Rajagiriya is the second of three girls in the family. Her father, Abeypala Perera was a Buddhist, mother, Muriel Perera was a Christian. She has one elder sister, Mallika and one younger sister, Iranganie. Indrani studied at Presbyterian Girls School in Regent Street., Clifford Girl’s College and later at Stafford College to study medicine having been interested to be a doctor. Indrani had been an avid reader focusing mainly on Martin Wickremasinghe’s novels. She had studied Kandyan Dancing in the school but had been following, singing mainly English songs.  Her sister Mallika ...

Oct 25, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Sunil Thenabadu Tagged , , , , , , , , , ,
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GARY ELLIS – THE AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY MUSIC SINGER OF FAME – MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS – by Charles Schokman With reference to my remark in the last SUNDAY CHOICE —“ beautifully sung by our own Gary Ellis” I had a phone call inquiring who is Gary Ellis. I guess there may be others wanting to know too. Well, Gary is an Australian Country Music singer of fame, affectionately known as the “Man in the Hat”. He is married to Preeanie, a Sri Lankan and is more Sri Lankan than an Aussie. He has a heart for Sri Lanka and is much loved by all Sri Lankans in Australia, Sri Lanka and abroad. I have the privilege of having Gary as a friend . I take pleasure to reproduced from the Daily Mirror “Life on line” dated August 01 2017.     This article appeared under the caption- “Gary Crause Ellis, a singer with a penchant for Lanka” ...

Oct 12, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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“WANNA-BUM” a row/or something” – by Des Kelly With due thanks to both Charmaine and Keith, we always appreciate old favourites, and this is no exception. “Wanna-Bum”(arow or whatever), is an old song, that I remember from way back when, recorded perhaps twenty years ago, but such was the Commercial value of the song, that people like me, who love good music, will never forget. Now, here is a young couple renewing our interest in this old hit. Close  your eyes, sit back, and listen to what was a great song, “Wanna-Bum” aro, or something of that nature. Don’t as me what it is, I don’t know All I recall is “Wanna-Bum” a row”!!!.   Desmond Kelly (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. ...

Oct 7, 2022 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged ,
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“LORETTA-THE LEGEND” – by Des Kelly As the saying goes, the lady did have a very good innings, but has gone to her final rest after doing what she loved to do, and doing it excellently. She was indeed, a superb Country Vocalist who came up the hard way, being actually a Coal-Miner’s daughter. On behalf of everyone at e’Lanka, be they Country Music lovers or not, I would like to send our Sincere Sympathy to her family, friends, and countless fans around the World. Loretta, you will be missed, but never ever forgotten, being the STAR of Country Music that you were. Sleep in peace now, dear lady and may God bless you. My special favourite Loretta Lynn song is now dedicated to you. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. Country music legend Loretta Lynn dies at age 90 – By Bill Trott Loretta Lynn, the coal miner’s daughter and moonshiner’s ...

Oct 5, 2022 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged ,
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“KEEP GOING” by Edgar A. Guest – by Des Kelly Once in a while, I turn my thoughts from Music to Poetry, because, after all, poetry, and/or lyrics are what makes a good song GREAT. This said, once in a while (again), some superb poetry appears out of nowhere, it seems, that I wish to share with our thousands of avid e’Lanka readers.  As I have quoted many times,  Positivity is infinitely better than Negativity, and THIS superb poem ought to make every reader stop & think about it, KEEP GOING, as a matter of fact. Please do read it, and if it helps even one reader. I feel that it would be well worthwhile. Here we go then :- “When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, and the road you’re trudging, seems all up-hill, when the funds are low, and the debts are high, and you want to ...

Aug 19, 2022 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged ,
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‘Her legacy will live on’: World pays tribute to Australian ‘icon’ Olivia Newton-John Australian entertainer Olivia Newton-John has died at her ranch in the United States with her family by her side.   Source : sbs.com Australian singer and actor Olivia Newton-John is being remembered as “a beautiful soul” and “an inspiration”, following her death at the age of 73. The British-born star died “peacefully” at her ranch in Southern California on Monday morning, surrounded by family and friends, her husband John Easterling has confirmed. Newton-John was best known for her role as Sandy Olsson in the 1978 box office hit Grease, which she starred in opposite John Travolta. The global success of the film saw it overtake the Sound of Music to become the highest-grossing musical film ever at the time, with Newton-John’s performance earning her multiple award nominations, including two Golden Globes, and various other accolades. In addition to ...

Aug 9, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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VIOLIN VISHARAD THAMALI RASHMIKA JAYALATH ACCLAIMED VOCALIST IN SINHALA AND HINDI, SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER IN AN EFFERVESCENT VOYAGE – by Sunil Thenabadu   Predominantly the traits of virtuous singer are that  she should possess a ‘voice trained’ vocal voice ,love for music, self-confidence, commitment, patience, passion and determination also the ability to deal with criticism and rejection. All these characteristics are possessed by Violin Visharad Thamali Rashmika who hails from Marawila.Her family consists of her parents and a brother without any hereditary affiliations to music.Her singing and playing the Violin is through her innate talent. She had loved music from her small days which she had asserted as primarity her soul and life.Her first music master had been late Quintus Jayakody whom she believes receives his blessings.Thamali had been sent to study music by her parents to Erandathi Fine Arts College in Kurunegala .Her teachers at this music school had ...

Jul 13, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Sunil Thenabadu Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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Des’ Birthday Celebration ……By Phyllis De Silva Desmond brought so much joy through his music and has touched many lives.  I have had hundreds of text messages, letters,emails and cards from all over the world, sharing with me how he has touched lives either through his music or simply by encouraging a fan to follow their dream.  His warm and caring interactions, in person or on the phone, showed how he always made time for his fans of all ages – personal messages and photos were never a problem for him…he was always happy to spread joy to his fans. Birthdays were special to Des During the pandemic, Des was often called upon to surprise many fans, young and old, on their special birthdays or anniversaries by video appearances…he loved doing that…you would think it was HIS birthday with how excited he was! Desmond never failed to remember birthdays and ...

Jun 25, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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“THE BAILA-BEAT” -by Des Kelly Sent in by our good friend Charles Schokman, here is the BEST exposure of the Baila-beat with a difference. Cannot possibly identify the dancers, but I am almost certain that the music comes from The Gypsies, as the front-man sounds very much like the late, great Sunil, leader of the famous band from Moratuwa. Possibly, e’Lanka has publicised this before, but this is well worth a repeat anyway, so here goes. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’ Lanka. ...

Jun 22, 2022 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged ,
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