Sinhala Pop Music Foundation of 1970s

A 'Sinhala Pop Music Foundation of 1970s' will be launched shortly for the promotion and welfare of pop, calypso and baila artistes, musicians and composers of that era.

The Foundation, governed by a constitution, is a non-profit making body that has made provision to assist such artistes at times of serious illnesses.

The next of kin will be provided with a financial grant in the event of death. The constitution has also made provision for the establishment of a 'Fan Club' to be affiliated to the Foundation to make the fans stakeholders of the Foundation. A wide range of benefits have been included in the constitution.

A Media Committee is also envisaged in the draft to include representatives from national newspapers to promote the activities of the Foundation.

Artistes, Musicians and Composers of pop, calypso and baila that revolutionised the Sinhala music scene during that golden era are requested to contact the Convenor of the Foundation, Prasad Gunewardene on 0714146636 or 4814306.