Magic of ‘Bachi and Dedo’
View(s):By Sanath Weerasuriya
Bachi, a former member of the iconic Golden Chimes in the 1990s, spent three years with the band before venturing overseas. Now back on home soil, he has brought renewed energy to the local music scene. His distinctive ability to blend a range of musical styles has earned widespread praise, striking a chord with audiences across generations.
With deep roots in Sri Lanka’s musical landscape, Bachi has performed alongside some of the country’s most respected artistes and bands, including ‘Manilal and Upekka’, ‘Golden Chimes’, ‘Ecstasy’, and ‘Blue Shadows’, consistently showcasing his skill and artistry as a lead guitarist.
‘Dedo’ is a Portuguese word meaning ‘finger’ and I decided to name my band as ‘Bachi and Dedo’ mainly because of finger comes as the main armament in firing live music’ Bachi said.
Bachi
The band’s live performances have been described as captivating, earning them a growing fan base and industry recognition. With a lineup of seasoned musicians, ‘Bachi and Dedo’ bring a wealth of talent and experience to every stage they perform on.
Their next live performance is set to take place in Moratuwa at the newly upgraded Buddhist Hall on Saturday, 31st May 2025. The evening will feature special guest appearances by Lankika Perera of Golden Chimes fame and popular entertainer and singer Sohan Weerasinghe of X’ Periments.
Lankika Perera
The evening’s proceedings will be compered by Sankalpa de Mel, with choreography handled by Sanka and the dynamic dance troupe, ‘Solar Heat’.
Lankika Perera, who is promoting this new musical outfit, stated that music lovers can expect an evening filled with timeless classics from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, as ‘Bachi and Dedo’ pay tribute to some of Sri Lanka’s legendary musicians. She emphasized that, as a band originating from Moratuwa—a town celebrated for its rich musical heritage—they proudly continue to uphold and honour that legacy.
‘This event will be a special celebration of music, making it a must-attend for all music lovers’ Lankika added.
Tickets are priced at Rs. 1000/-.
Sohan Weerasinghe
Searching for that next furry family member but couldn’t find one in your area? Hitad.lk has the solution with our extensive listings of dogs for sale in Sri Lanka!