Mirror Magazine

Mirror Magazine

Caring voices
By Marisa de Silva
AD (Anno Domini), together with Adlib, Flame, Devashrie De Silva, Gajan Maheson, Kavitha Gunasekera and members of the El Latino Dance Troupe join together in organising AD & Friends in Concert, a fund raiser concert in aid of a musician in dire need of a kidney transplant.

Playing regularly at popular hangouts, AD has made a name for itself among music lovers of all ages, mainly due to their wide range of music and good rapport with the audience. Their exuberant lead singer Prageeth Silva and Bass guitarist cum vocalist, Shehan Perera, have the knack of getting the whole audience to get off their seats, sway, clap and sing-along, shedding all their inhibitions, to just ‘rock’ with the band.

The selection of music they’ve chosen to perform at this benefit concert include all time favourites like “My Girl” by the Temptations, “Lay Down Sally” by Eric Clapton and two originals, namely “Saved”, a gospel number by Shehan and “You’ve Been Warned” by Prageeth featuring Gajan rapping. This particular number is currently played by certain local radio stations as well, says Prageeth. A past winner of the Show Boat Karaoke Championship, Devashrie and Kavitha too, will be accompanied by AD in performing a few of their favourites.

Having successfully held their debut solo concert recently, Adlib has established itself as a vocal group, whose forte is acapella and harmony. This six-member unit does all kinds of songs from some of the ‘greats’ from the Retro era, right up to the modern day. Some of these greats include the likes of The Eagles, Boyz II Men and The Doobie Brothers, whose songs suit the groups’ style and voices best.

Their evening’s repertoire will feature both upbeat and slow classics like, “Deep River Woman”, “Drift Away” and “More Than Words”. Their characteristic traits of unique music arrangements and perfect sync will no doubt keep the audience enthralled as always. They will be backed by AD, who will also join in on the vocals for some of the numbers.

Being on the music scene for years now and grabbing the ‘Golden Clef Award’ for Best Folk Band in 1994, Flame Unplugged need no introduction. Playing at various popular haunts in the city, they are well known for their versions of some of the best of artistes and groups like Simon & Garfunkel, Bryan Adams and REM.

Since their inception as a trio in 1989 Flame has maintained their consistent sounds, soulful singing, which has drawn music lovers to their music, over the years. They immediately put their audience at ease with their soothing and relaxing blend of old and contemporary favourites.

The El Latino Dance Troupe is also billed to entertain audiences with a mix of jive, Latin and salsa moves. With a line up like this in store for music enthusiasts, there’s no way you can go home disappointed. AD & Friends in Concert is sure to be a blast! When so many talented musicians come forward to support a fellow comrade in need, they just can’t go wrong.

The concert to be held on October 2 at the 36th Floor of the World Trade Centre (WTC), from 7 p.m. onwards will be followed by cocktails and DJ music. Tickets will be available at the Sponge Pastry Shop, Kollupitiya, Deli-Market – WTC, MJB Records – 3rd Floor Majestic City, and Pizza Hut -Union Place.

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