{"id":70624,"date":"2021-08-05T10:26:03","date_gmt":"2021-08-05T10:26:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=70624"},"modified":"2021-08-05T10:26:03","modified_gmt":"2021-08-05T10:26:03","slug":"memories-are-made-of-this-a-tribute-to-the-music-scene-of-the-60s-colombo-compiled-by-prins-james-alagaratnam-toronto-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/memories-are-made-of-this-a-tribute-to-the-music-scene-of-the-60s-colombo-compiled-by-prins-james-alagaratnam-toronto-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Memories are made of this- A tribute to the Music Scene of the 60\u2019s Colombo compiled by; Prins James Alagaratnam- Toronto"},"content":{"rendered":"

Memories are made of this- A tribute to the Music Scene of the 60\u2019s Colombo compiled by; Prins James Alagaratnam- Toronto<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

The passing of Stanley Arnold,<\/strong> member of \u201cThe Four Chords<\/strong>\u201d singing group of the sixties, prompted reminiscent memories, imbibing over a bit of red with friends from the same period of time. We travelled back, remembering the Colombo Music Scene of the 60\u2019s and the artists, and promoters responsible for bringing great entertainment to Colombo and the suburbs. At a time, devoid of Television in Sri Lanka, the only entertainment available were live stage shows events, or the radio. Stanley, never stopped singing. Colombo audiences will recollect the renditions of \u201cLittle Eyes I love you\u201d and \u201cCha Boom\u201d delivered at their many appearances. The Four Chords later disbanded and Victor Gamalathge<\/strong> continued performing duets with his wife as \u201cChristine and Victor<\/strong>\u201d, subsequently emigrating to Australia. Stanley immigrated to Toronto, Canada and continued singing in his church choir and for a little while sang with my brother Steve, myself and friends, Shane, Louis, Fred, and late Raj, starting off the Monks \u201cR \u201cUs<\/strong> singing group. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ishan Bahar and the Jetliners <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong> \"Memories<\/span><\/p>\n

Colombo, Kandy and other venues enjoyed a wide musical treat in the early sixties, with an array of bandsmen, singing groups, singers and musicians. Ishan Bahar<\/strong> is now in his third book of compilations of \u201cA Heritage of Song\u201d with contributions from many artists of that era and more. Well known bandsman Dallas Achilles from down under collaborated in the project. Ishan propelled to popularity with the Jetliners and was an instant hit from his first appearance with the Jets at St. Peter\u2019s College hall in 1962\u2019s \u201cShowboat\u201d. \u00a0Four of the Jetliners backing Ishan, were Lucien Perera (lead), Harris Juranpathy (drums) both deceased, Felix Fernando(bass), and Anton Lunuwijeya (rhythm). The Jetliners went on to become Sri Lanka\u2019s first super group under the wing of Tony Fernando as their manager. Tony added more talent to the Jets with versatile songstress Mignonne Rutnam<\/strong>, and then, Loretta Koch. <\/strong>Mignonnes late sister \u2013 Antoinette<\/strong>, and a host of male vocalists and musicians would follow in their international appearances. Mignonne, a multitalented musician, composed several original hits. More super beat groups would follow in the Colombo music scene. To name the forerunners there was Marci Perera\u2019s \u201cSpitfires\u201d from Colombo north, and Earl Arnolda\u2019s \u201cThe Fireflies\u201d, Between these two groups the talented bros Tilet and Chinthi together with Nalaka, were the originals Spits. The Fireflies had musicians of the calibre of Anton de Mel, Darrel de Silva, and late Milroy de Silva who recently passed away in Canada. These groups were heavily booked for the sundown dances in the Colombo nightspots. Savage popularizing \u201cThe Beatles\u201d music, hit the Colombo scene in the late 60\u2019s with Raj, Evan, Nizar.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mascarilla, Coconut Grove, Little Hut, Rainbow room, Spotted Deer, Blue Leopard, Akase Kade, Flame Room, Club 388, Capri were popular venues where the \u201chip set\u201d would meet. One remembers and pays tribute to the Radio Hosts, DJ, announcers, comperes who helped foster the music scene of that era. There was Chris Greet, Vernon and Vijay Corea, Steve Alagaratnam, Clive Rodrigo, Mallory Walles, Derrick Maloney, Bob Harvey, Dudley Petera, Barry Wittington (a.k.a. Witty Barrington) appearing live on stage. Household names such as Jimmy Barucha, Tim Horshington, Ronnie Campbell, Errol Alphonso, Eardley Perera, Shirley Perera, Livy Wijemanne, Leon Belleth, Nihal Barethi, Tommy and Mahes Perera, June Boralessa, Myrle Walpola on Radio as well promoting the songs of the artists of the time. Television had not arrived in Sri Lanka in the 60\u2019s. The voices on the airwaves were welcomed in our homes. They were friendly, mellow and welcome. A five cent postcard got your name announced on the three hour \u201cSunday\u2019s Choice\u201d or weekly \u201cHousewives choice\u201d. Prosper Fernando, and Mylvaganam lead the voices in the Sinhala and Tamil stations. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cliff Foenander<\/strong> left our shores early and together with Bill Forbes<\/strong> are two Ceylonese musicians who would find fame outside of our shores. Bill an old Peterite appeared on the British talent show \u201cOh Boy\u201d, and made such hits as \u201cGod\u2019s Little Acre\u201d, \u201cToo Young\u201d which topped the British charts and the local hit parade. Bill recorded many more popular songs, including \u201cLadies of Calcutta\u201d and \u201cAchcha England\u201d under his pseudonym of Kal Khan. Cliff first recorded \u201cButterfly in the rain\u201d accompanied by the Harold Seneviratne combo and went onto gain international fame singing with \u201cThe Fabulous Echoes\u201d in the Las Vegas circuit. His rendition of \u201cA little bit of soap\u201d topped the local hit parade. Many more hits would enjoy airtime. Cliff together with the \u201cEchoes\u201d toured the far east and went on to Vegas, even appearing on the Ed Sullivan show. Cliff succumbed to health problems and passed away in 2000. Others of Lankan heritage who brought international recognition are Keith Potger<\/strong> with the Seekers, jazz vocalist and actress, Yolande Bavan<\/strong> of Lambert, Hendriks, Bavan fame and Kamahl<\/strong> who migrated to Australia from Malaysia, is still heard over the airwaves, and continues to be active in the music scene down under. Tony Gomes<\/strong>, keyboard artist of the \u201cFoundations\u201d with their gold disc \u201cBuild me up Buttercup\u201d is another Lankan, making music in the U.K.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the early promoters of these shows was, Donovan Andree<\/strong>, who had many performers booked at \u201cThe Orchid Room\u201d. Donovan\u2019s showmanship brought \u201cHoliday on Ice\u201d, The Big Circus and The Fantastic Fillipinos, including many others entertainers to Colombo audiences. It is interesting to note, that of the last troupe, Frankie Ferrer (Juggler) partnered with Rosemary Ferdinands (sister of bandsman Adrian), continuing onwards to Las Vegas. Eileen Martin, The Mambo Queen settled down in Colombo and together with Tony Fernando helped run \u201cTony\u2019s record bar\u201d at the top of Bullers Road, Bambalapitiya. Donovan\u2019s sons and family Elmo, Malcolm, Eryn de Selfa- Ramona Carr continued his legacy after his demise. Many artists credit their journey into the pop scene to his son, the late Malcolm Andree, the entertainment manager at the Stadium. The Stadium, at station Road, Bambalapitiya featured such names as Jimmy Weerasinghe <\/strong>(Red sails in the sunset) and Platters repertoire, Loretta Olhmus<\/strong>, \u201c <\/span>An evening in Roma\u201d, Doreen Stewart<\/strong> \u201cSecret Love\u201d, Larraine Hoffman<\/strong>. The Jay Bros<\/strong>– The late Perin and his brother Dr.Geri Jayesekera (now retired in Colombo) with their hit record \u201cCherry Blossom Tree\u201d and other popular duets of the day. Even Your\u2019s truly performed as \u201cSteve & James\u201d- singing the hit of that time \u201cMassachusetts\u201d.\u00a0 Whenever spotting one of us on Galle road, Bamabalpitiya, Malcolm would hum Massachusetts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Of special mention, the multi-talented Menezes <\/strong>Family combo with \u201cpapa Menezes on Sax at the helm, supported by his kids, Miki on piano, Tom on drums and daughter Helen were booked for weddings and special occasions. Helen teamed up with hubby Ronny to continue performing as the Helen Lucas<\/strong> combo. Ralph<\/strong> entered medical college and formed a beat group, \u201cThe Heartbeats\u201d comprising undergrad contemporaries, Desmond Collins (Rhythm Guitar), Desmond de Silva (Bass Guitar), Lalith Perera (Lead Guitar), Srinimal Samaranayake (Organ) & Roger Menezes (Drums). Roger Menezes a grandson and talented musician, played with the Jets and Spitfires.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a swing band, Harold Seneviratne<\/strong> with brother Tissa on drums were heavily booked for stage, dances, and special events. Other families of musicians included the Coomarevel, and Manickavasagar brothers, The Manricks, The Mortimer <\/strong>families, the Hofmann<\/strong> siblings, and the Pompeus<\/strong> family. Myfanwy Lewis<\/strong> and son Joey <\/strong>doing their inimitable renditions of popular jazz and pop were often featured on Radio and in the nightclub scene. The brothers Desmond, Frank, <\/strong>and Eden Pompeus, <\/strong>the latter well known as a trumpeter together with the late Malcolm de Zylwa,<\/strong> Dallas Achilles<\/strong>, Edgar Heber<\/strong> appeared with many bands at popular night spots. Nihal Samarasinghe (A.K.A. Sam the Man and his Gaylords) was a popular band of the time. He would later popularize the \u201csing-a-long\u201d sessions which many looked forward to. Sadly Sam the man left us a few years ago.<\/span><\/p>\n

A popular singing group of that time, The Italiares<\/strong> comprised reputed singers in their own right. There were Reggie Perumal, Bede de Zylwa, Basil Joseph and Rajah Christopher all singing with the Choral society and the Italiares, rendering Neapolitan airs and popular four part harmonies. One of their signature tunes was \u201cGranada\u201d sung with typical classical gusto, that would have given quite a run to current recording artists such as \u201cEl Divo\u201d, even \u201cIl Voglo\u201d. Each one was a sought after musician in his own right. Bede\u2019s solos at St.Mary\u2019s Church, Bambalapitiya were in demand for all weddings solemnized there. Reggie was the resident tenor at St. Lucia\u2019s Cathedral. Rajah\u2019s bass could be heard from the choir lofts at St. Philip Neri in Fort. Basil, a violinist in the symphony orchestra of Colombo, appeared in semi lead roles in many a musical at the Lionel Wendt theatre. Basil, returned to Sri Lanka after a long musical sojourn in California. The Italiares were backed by the Joy Ferdinando<\/strong> quintet. Joy\u2019s daughters, \u201cThe Ferdinando sisters\u201d were regular performers at concerts especially at Good Shepherd Convent, their alma mater. Kotahena and Colombo north gave us the Gerry Crake<\/strong> combo and his daughter vocalist Heather, and Peter Prins<\/strong> Combo. Another singing duo of the era was \u201cDenzil and Bosco<\/strong>\u201d, both Benedictines. Denzil and Bosco being old Bens, were featured performers at many concerts in Colombo north. Bosco\u2019s niece Shyami Fonseka and later, as the Fonseka sisters were then coming into the local scene.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0As a promoter one also remembers Mubarak Thaha<\/strong>, who brought down a lot of international performers. The \u201cContinental Follies\u201d performed at the Tropicana and concurrently Thaha ran a talent contest in which Steve, Brian Fernando and I sang as \u201cThe Nightingales\u201d- rendering standard pop harmonies. The contest was won by Kumar Molligoda<\/strong> with \u201cThe Flamingoes\u201d. Kumar\u2019s rendition of \u201cOne night with you\u201d clinched the win. The Nightingales were runners up. Kumar on saxophone with his band would continue as the resident musicians at the Mascarilla, Galle Face Hotel, taking over from bandsman Tony Felice. Mr. Thaha had an entertainment club \u201cThe Atlanta\u201d, in Colpetty. It was here that the Cuban dance sensation Arsenio Alexander and his partner performed nightly. \u00a0Arsenio stayed on and co-produced Sinhala dance dramas with our very own Chitrasena dancers.\u201d. There were other notable entertainers, Derryck Cramer<\/strong>, Jimmy Peck<\/strong>, Athur Speldewinde<\/strong> and the Cadets, from whence Claude Selvaratnam<\/strong> and the Esquire set emerged.<\/span><\/p>\n

We owe gratitude to Maurice Roche Ltd, then agents for Philips records who brought down their artists such as \u201cThe Blue Diamonds\u201d and Tony Brent to concerts at St. Peter\u2019s College hall. The U.S.I.S fostered the music scene with \u201c\u2019Duke Ellington\u201d and \u201cThe Brigham Young university\u201d to entertain Colombo audiences at the open air grandstand of the Colombo racecourse.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the early sixties, veteran singer Desmond Kelly with The Semitones were already well known in Ceylon, as was then known. Desmond was one of the pioneering artists migrating to Australia. Among his many hits, \u201cDream World\u201d and \u201cCha Cha Baby\u201d had the number one spot on the local hit parade, and enjoyed regular airing on Radio Ceylon\u2019s commercial waves. Dreamworld went on to enjoy international success. Desmond is still busy in many projects and recently has written English lyrics to popular Sinhala songs such as the perennial baila \u201cHai Hoi Babi Achi\u201d and \u201cDilhani\u201d. The latter titled \u201cMy lovely Island Home\u201d, a popular song played and enjoyed by expatriates at various get-together\u2019s. Now an octagenerian, Desmond continues to be in touch with all his fans writing for E-Lanka on-line news and on Facebook. Sharing his music and new projects, we wish Mr.Music now domiciled in Melbourne, many more years of creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Left to right below; Desmond Kelly (down under), a young Dalreen, Desmond De Solva in concert.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Memories<\/p>\n

The 60\u2019s saw the beginnings of teenager Dalreen <\/strong>singing with her mother Decima\u2019s travelling tour \u201cDecima presents\u201d. Dalreen would later be the female vocalist with the \u2018Fireflies\u201d and is still very active (as Dalreen Suby) in the current music scene. Her daughter Debbie Arnolda inherited the musical talents of the family and was an up and coming artist in her own right.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the finest and popular entertainers of the era, is Desmond de Silva<\/strong>– crowned \u201cBaila King\u201d, who celebrated his \u201cGolden Jubilee\u201d in Show business. Desmond sang with the Fireflies, Spitfires, Jetliners, and his own group \u201cThe Clan\u201d. Desmond lives in Sydney with wife Phyllis, and even today is globally sought after, all year around. Desmond is considered the finest entertainer from Sri Lanka. The late, Nimal Mendis and Winston Jayewardene worked with a lot of the artists in composing original tunes and recordings. Nimal\u2019s composition of \u201cKisses in the Dark\u201d sung by British songstress Mary Marshall was one of a list of popular compositions both western and local. Noeline Mendis ((later Hoenter) sang a popular tribute to \u201cThe City of Colombo\u201d and Sandra Edema did her \u201cOh my lover\u201d. \u00a0Nimal with Adrian Ferdinands and other musicians produced a musical journey of \u201cThe Kandyan Express\u201d. Indra Raj<\/strong>, Raj Jalaldeen<\/strong>, Lucien Perera<\/strong>, Claude <\/strong>and Nilu Fernando, Milroy Passe de Silva, Anton deMel, Winston and Stafford Tambimuttu, Desmond Shockman, <\/strong>were exceptional musicians who enhanced the music scene of the times.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0During this period we enjoyed the concerts, dances, and shows featuring The Fireflies, Spitfires, Jetliners, Desmond and the Clan, Gabo<\/strong> and the Breakaways with Maurice Balasingham<\/strong>, Harold Seneviratne<\/strong> with Malcolm de Kauwe , Arden Nelson, Raddy Ferreira, Jeffrey Labrooy, Adrian Ferdinands,\u00a0 Sam the Man and the Gaylords,<\/strong> Savage, Amazing Grace, Saybhan <\/strong>and Tempo, with Sherwin Jayah<\/strong>, \u201cRhythm Knights\u201d, \u00a0\u201cTalk of the Town\u201d, Cass Ziard<\/strong>, Gazali Amit<\/strong> Combo,with Ahmed Miskin<\/strong>. \u00a0\u00a0Ahmed, a fine Jim Reeves exponent, met with a tragic road accident on Galle Road, Colpetty. Cass and Faleel Ziard<\/strong> were another band that featured the dynamic drumming of Faleel, whom we lost at an early age. Other bands that come to mind are the Patrick Nelson<\/strong> Combo, Tony Felice<\/strong> and the Sharps, both resident bands at leading Colombo clubs. Popular vocalists of the era include, Reggie Ko<\/strong>ch, Sanath Gunetilleke<\/strong>, Jimmy Mortomer<\/strong>, Andy Bavan. Sam Nathan, and Prins Rutnam<\/strong>. Prins was a popular feature at house parties in Colombo, and then gained prominence at \u201cLoveliest nite of the year\u201d, as the vocalist of the \u201cBeatroutes\u201d formed by versatile musician Nihal Basnayke. Loveliest nite of the year showcased the talent of Bambalapitiya youth, some of whom would go onto to continue performing. Beatroutes disbanded as their members migrated or moved onto other interests. The lead singers of many beat groups included Sohan Weerasinghe, Maxi Rozairo, Sohan Peiris, Conrad and Angelo de Silva, Budrin Musafer, <\/strong>and Alston Koch. Alston who <\/strong>continues singing and recently in collaboration with producer, Chandran Rutnam. has ventured onto the silver screen. Noelin Hoenter (Mendis), \u00a0Priyanthi Manamperi, Shyami Fonseka, Maya Sittamapalam<\/strong> were the pick of female singers during this period.<\/span><\/p>\n

There were the classical singers who as well entertained on our stages. Douglas and Estelle De Niese, Lorraine Abeyeskera, Lylie Godrirdge, Nihal Fonseka, Nimal Senaratne and the singing dentist Dr.Sathasivam come to mind. Nihal\u2019s younger brother Trevins, Navaranjani Olagesekeram, Mary-Anne Roberts, Karen Gray would continue the musical tradition. Many singers owe thanks to Gerald and Joan Cooray, Inspector Gerry Paul, Fr.Ignatius Perera, Fr.Claver Perera, Rev. Lucien Perera, Russel Bartholomeusz, Aurthur VanLangenberg who trained and conducted many choirs and singers who performed regularly. The late Professors, Earl deFonseka and Valentine Basnayke were near and dear friends who fostered young musicians in the more serious genre. Many talented young musicians, the likes of Larry Landersz, Peter D\u2019Almeida, Dwight VanGramberg, and Thaku Chugani who made up the Junior Rythmers, and more of a later era emerged in the form of Joey Lewis, Nihal Basnayke, Roger Menezies, Disti Meerac, Joe Tambimuttu, Basil and Alfo Paiva, Darrel and Milroy de Silva, late Sooriyakumar Weerasingham.\u00a0 All versatile musicians who lent their multi talents to many a leading group. One is amiss, not to include the name of Neville Fernando of \u201cLos Caballeros\u201d fame, and others like Annesley Malewana, Indrani Perera and her sisters, The Dharmaratne Brothers with their niece \u201cBaby Shayami\u201d, Clarence Wijewardene, C. T. Fernando, La Bambas, Eranga and Priyanga, Patrick Denipitiya combo, and many others who enriched the entertainment scene of this era. The Gypsies were a young group in the 60\u2019s making inroads in the Colombo music scene. Thanks to the sponsorship of Mr.Anton Perera of Glucorasa, the Gypsies started off as a beat group playing Sinhala and English tunes. Today with their leader Sunil Perera, the Gypsies have sustained themselves internationally and are still popular in the Colombo Music scene. Mariezelle Goonetilleke and Ronnie Leach (till his sudden demise) were as well entertaining expats in the Middle east, Australia and beyond. We owe all these musicians gratitude for the talent they shared, and continue to entertain us. As the title explains, musicians and promoters of music during the 60\u2019sI made this period unforgettable. This narrative may not have covered the many musicians before or after.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Memories<\/p>\n

above; Musicians domiciled in Toronto, take a bow at \u201cNostalgia\u201d a benefit concert held in 2017.<\/span><\/p>\n

Patrick Denipitiya Migrated to Canada and passed away recently. Shayami is domiciled in Toronto as well as is, Priyanthi and Raj married and having their own music studio in downtown Toronto. Nihal Fonseka with his wife soprano Caroleve live in Ontario, Larry Landersz remains a popular draw at expat functions, and Maurice Balasingham enjoys life with his family and grandkids, making a collection of artists continuing the traditions of yesteryear even today. Stephen Alagaratnam recently retired from his academic life, now domiciled in Manitoba, Canada. Bill Forbes, Chris Greet(late), Sandra Edema, Ramona Carr and many others live in UK. Dalrene is settled in Colombo but travels a lot for engagements. Desmond Kelly and Desmond de Silva, Christine and Victor, together with most others artists of that era migrated and live in Australia. They are still musically active, and regularly appear at functions of the Lankan community.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0It is heartening to note the next generation of these entertainers are now achieving fame. Danielle De Niese among the classical elite, Conrad\u2019s son Andrew winning Australia\u2019s Got Talent in 2014, a very pregnant and controversial rapper M.I.A made headlines at the Super bowl 2008. She was recognized for her social work with the \u201cmember of the British Empire\u201d title. The next generation of musicians have arrived. Sean Panikkar, and Siva Kanesawaran of \u201cForte\u201d and \u201cWanted\u201d respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n

My 60\u2019s narrative is credited to our mum and aunt Grace\u2019s musical influence in the household. As youngsters we attended shows and concerts in Colombo. Pursuing academic careers, we continued our interest balancing both. Late Raddy F, together with, Dr. Ralph M were my classmates, as many others I had the pleasure of associating with. This narrative was initiated with the passing of two dear friends and musicians in 2015\/16. Recounting their journeys took us into the scene of the 60\u2019s. I may miss a name or two for which I would beg your pardon. Many of those mentioned were born in the Pre-world war II or of the 40\u2019s, some have and continue to, the great beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n

In June of 2020, Dame Vera Lynn passed away at the age of 103 years. Her hit song to the troops and those of the 40\u2019s went as – \u201cWe\u2019ll meet again, don\u2019t know where, don\u2019t know when. But WE<\/strong> know we\u2019ll meet again some sunny day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Memories<\/p>\n

James and \u201cNightingales\u201d at the Atlanta club(1960). With friends, \u201cMonks\u201dR\u2019us in Toronto, Canada.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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