‘Sunilayamaya’ The first ever LP release by SUNIL EDIRISINGHE
View(s):In celebration of 50 years in music, veteran singer Sunil Edirisinghe will be releasing ‘Sunilayamaya’ a limited-edition double album- a long play (LP) vinyl record. This is the first Sri Lankan Double Vinyl Album released in this millennium.
Featuring live-recorded 18 songs from Sunil Edirisinghe’s ‘Sunilayamaya’ Concert, this double album under the same brand name ‘Sunilayamaya’ will be launched on 30thApril 2021 at the ‘Sooriya Village’, Skelton Road, Colombo 5. The launch event will also be live streamed for the public.
The double album features a collection of Sunil’s evergreen hits; ‘Nidukanane’, ‘Dewani Budun’, ‘Aluth Wassak’, ‘Asuweda Kawurun’, ‘Ahasai Oba Mata’, ‘Kandulu Denna Mata Handanna’, ‘Ahasa Polowa’ amongst a host of others. Lyrics were penned by some of the most respected artistes; Kumaradasa Saputhanthri, Prof. Sunil Ariyarathne, Dharmasri Gamage, Sunil R. Gamage, Bandula Nanayakkarawasam and music was by renowned composers; Dr. Rohana Weerasinghe, Dr. Victor Rathnayake and H. M. Jayawardena.
Debuted in 1973, Sunil established himself as one of the most renowned and accomplished musicians in Sri Lanka. Trained in the classical form of music, his creations span across many a musical style and genre. His songs carry depth and true meaning across a wide range of subjects; patriotism, religion (or spirituality), humanity, romance and folklore. His calming yet striking voice continues to touch many a heart and soul.
Edirisinghe studied music at Visharada P.V. Nandasiri’s Academy of Music and University of Laknaw, India in the early 1970s. In 1975 Edirisinghe graduated with first class honors from the prestigious Bhathkhande Academy of Music in India. He joined the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation soon after. In 1980 Edirisinghe released his first cassette ‘Chandra Mandala’.
He has received significant recognition for his work; Presidential Award (1983), Sarasavi Awards (1986, 1988, 2001), Swarna Sankha Awards (1987, 1990), State Tele Award (2004), State Music Awards (1999, 2011), Signis Award (2008) and Raigam Tele Awards (2009, 2011).
Pressed in the UK, the double album ‘Sunilayamaya’ will be released on the ‘Sooriya label’. ‘Sooriya’ is synonymous with innovation, quality and originality and launched the musical careers of many an artiste. The label is respected as a brand that made equal contribution to various forms of music and cultures of Sri Lanka commencing from the 1960s.
The Sooriya Village provides amenities such as a top gear recording studio, a fully equipped rehearsal suit and a tech-based lecture room, performance spaces and plenty of area to hang out with like-minded, creative individuals.
The double album is priced at Rs. 14,500. Pre-orders are open now. 10% discount is offered for orders placed before 15th April 2021. First 100 copies will be autographed by Sunil Edirisinghe.
Pre-order now athttps://srilankanartmarket.lk/product/music/lps/sunilayamaya/
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