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Multi-instrumentalist back in action
During his North American tour, Sampath provided live one-man backing music for Corrine Almeida, in Canada, and he was also in action for the legendary Rookantha and Chandralekha at their Winnipeg concert.
Additionally, he showcased his exceptional versatility at events, like the St. Sebastian’s College OBA Dinner Dance and the Anchor Man Dinner Dance, performing alongside his talented vocalist, Crishantha Roshan Fernando of the Band Déjà Vu.
In the USA, Sampath collaborated with the popular band Araliya, led by Mian Rodrigo, providing backing music for a concert series, featuring Umaria and Chitral, across five States.
Starting from the first week of February, 2025, Sampath says he will be available for performances in Sri Lanka, catering to both his loyal music lovers and corporate clients.
Sampath Fernando: Renowned for his ability
to create the full sound of a live band
Plans are already underway for an exciting musical extravaganza, featuring popular artistes, where Sampath promises to introduce a fresh and unique experience as a one-man band and multi-instrumentalist.
Having been in the scene for over 30 years, he has composed and created many theme songs, and jingles, for some of our TV and radio stations.
He has also composed and produced songs with Umaria, Dushan and Shihan Nihiranga.
An old boy of St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa, he says he has been involved in many music projects, sing-along fundraising project, school talent identification, etc.
Originally, he had his own band QUEST – a three-piece setup – and they were seen in action at five-star venues, weddings, corporate events, and private functions, and their repertoire was a mixture of western and local.
Says Sampath: “Although we were a three-piece outfit, we were capable of producing the sounds of an eight-piece band.”
Sampath also added that they were featured on the opening day, at the Tri-Nation show, held in Dhaka, for the 2010 Cricket World Cup.