DefianZ: For new age fusion

By Sanath Weerasuriya

'DefianZ' is the latest player in the fusion/rock music scene in Sri Lanka. This six member talented gang is specialized in 'New age fusion' music and their style is more to rock and metal. 'DefianZ' comprises Eddy, Mikhail, Butta, Ryah, Anu and Shaky.

'The name Defianz is created by using the word Defiant which means ‘disobedient, rebellions and insolent' said leader Ryah.

. 'DefianZ' is a versatile band, use more than ten musical instruments including four guitars, bass, flute, bag pipe, keyboards percussions, Sri Lankan drums, acoustic drums and DJ turntable for scratches and special effects.

The band took part in many concerts gig and competitions during the past year. TNL 'Onstage, TNL/ Asura FM December 31 New Year night, Special Concert to launch their original song are some of the outstanding achievement' leader Ryah said.

They also performed at the Excel World on Valentines Day Special Concert. The boys are now busy working on their second original, to be released on air during the month of April.