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071204PostScript New Geay Picture Bar.eps ld soldiers never die, they say,and that's Darryl De Zilwa doing the needful. repertoire, which had the dance floor packed for with Ivan Alvis how I would describe the legendary Des and the Impressions went into top gear at a most of the night. ODesmond de Silva. 31st night dance, held at Australia's Harbour City, "The band itself was excellent, having in its Age has in no way diminished the performing in Sydney. ranks renowned musicians - Randy Peiris, Chris Star Track Album and entertaining skills of this guy,and he still con- Around 350 enthusiastic guests turned up to Pietersz, and Darryl De Zilwa who blended beauti- tinues to enthrall audiences wherever he performs. take in the scene - some travelling from as far as fully to provide a quality performance. Des has reallocated himself - from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. Yes, they all wanted to see maestro "Giving the night the cutting edge of Melbourne England, and now to Australia. And he is Down Desmond do his thing as 2010 ended. And among musical expertise was "Mr. Country Music," Esric Under, not for the purpose of spending his time, those travelling from Melbourne were Trevine Jackson, who thrilled Sydney's revellers with a away from the spotlight - relaxing. Rodrigo (from the Lanka Times Melbourne), and special guest appearance, and then wife, Sandra Des has got himself an outfit, called his wife, Anne. And they say not for a minute (both of Replay 6 fame), who teamed up with Impressions, and is very much active on stage - would they regret making that long journey. Desmond and the Impressions to deliver her very entertaining the Sri Lankans in that part of the Says Trevine, "Backed by his new band, the own special brand of rich vocals. world "Impressions," Desmond de Silva dispelled the "To the strains of a medley of oldies, followed Des is the star, no doubt, but the Impressions, myth that he is just the 'Baila King' (that he is by the traditional reminiscing favourite, 'Auld too, have got a very versatile and an experience often stereotyped as), giving guests at this New Lang Syne,' the guests joined the band in chorus lineup, with Randy Peiris, Chris Pietersz, and Year's Eve bash a taste of his exceptional Western and song as 2011 dawned and a happy and content- ed crowd left the venue thereafter with memories of an unforgettable New Year's Eve happening."

A great way to usher in 2011

Desmond - at Australia's Harbour City, in Sydney When We Collide Seen 'n' Heard HEARD…he always has a good word for everyone, including his col- leagues in the entertainment scene. But…he describes her as obnoxious, arrogant and a performer who believes that she is ahead of all the You say "I love you, boy" When we collide, we come rest. But I know you lie. together And guess what! She has classified I trust you all the same If we don't, we'll always be herself as a diva. Unfortunately, she And I don't know why apart has no record-breaking achievements I'll take a bruise, I know inger, Dalreen Suby, was conspicuously miss- 'Cause when my back is you're worth it ing from the festive scene (2010), and more so to justify that tag; but she excels in turned When you hit me, hit me Son New Year's Eve! the mime game! My bruises shine hard No, she didn't take a break from singing to Our broken fairytale attend to the duties of a grandparent, especial- Pen Pals So hard to hide 'Cause you said hello, ly during the hectic seasonal rush. Pen Pals It's where the going gets hard Dal was missing because she was away, in ! Name: Achini Shenali. I still believe Our future is far Doha, performing at a five-star venue. In fact, ! Age: 15. It's you and me she is still there - for the past three months! ! Gender: Female. Till the end of time Our future's far Originally, she had for company Kevin ! Address: 88, Katukenda East, Many of horror Almeida. Junction, Dankotuwa. When we collide we come Our future is far Kevin, who is the brother of Corrine, ! Hobbies/Interests: Writing verses, together Many of horror had his own band, In House, before dif- music, dancing, movies and playing If we don't, we'll always be ferences cropped up and he joined Dal in badmintion. apart Doha. ! School: Girls' College, Dankotuwa. I'll take a bruise, I know I still believe However, Kevin in now back in (Kind of pen pal I'm looking for: I'm not you're worth it It's you and me Colombo and has latched up with his concern about age or anything. I need When you hit me, hit me Till the end of time sister's band, Corrine & The Beat lovely friends to build up an everlasting hard Box. friendship) When we collide, we come Dal is doing fine in Doha - enjoying ! If you are keen to make friends with Sitting in a wishing hole together the success that is coming her way, readers of "Star Track," send us your Hoping it stays right If we don't, we'll always be she says. name, age, gender, hobbies/interests, Feet cast in solid stone apart. She came this way last month school/occupation, and e-mail address (December, 2010) for a brief visit I got Gilligan's eyes I'll take a bruise, I know (if any). and wanted "Star Track" to pass on you're worth it. ! Write to: Ivan Alvis, C/o "Star Track," her love and best wishes to all her I still believe When you hit me, hit me The Island, 223, Bloemendhal Road, It's you and me hard fans and readers of "Star Track." Colombo 13. Or e-mail the required Till the end of time *Sent by: Kylie (Pretty Girl) "I wish you more success with Dalreen details to: [email protected] of Colombo your music page, 'Star Track.'" World Singles Chart iley Cyrus, the American something different". 1. Firework - . actress and singer who recently Responding to the positive comments 2. The Time (Dirty Bit) - Black Eyed Peas. Mannounced plans to turn her from fans, Britney took to her 3. What's My Name - feat. . , 'The Big Bang,' into a fea- page and posted, "Seriously, I have the 4. Raise Your Glass - Pink. ture length movie, has been talking up best fans ever. I love you all so much!! 5. Grenade - . ' new song, 'Hold It Everything I do is for you! xoxo Brit". 6. Only Girl (in The World) - Rihanna. Against Me,' on her official blog. By the way, a hacker, who allegedly 7. Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars. Ryan Seacrest (of American Idol accessed Miley Cyrus' email account, 8. We R Who We R - Ke$ha. fame), played the track on his radio has been arrested on suspicion of unre- 9. Like A G-6 - Far East Movement, feat. Cataracs & Dev. 10.Just A Dream - Nelly. United World Album Chart

1. Loud - Rihanna. 2. Michael - . 3. The Beginning - Black Eyed Peas. 4. Greatest Hits So Far - Pink. 5. Speak Now - Taylor Swift. 6. Teenage Dream - Katy Perry. show, several days before it was due to lated internet crimes after police seized 7. Recovery - - Recovery. debut on iTunes. and searched his computer. 8. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy - Kanye West. The track, which has also been Josh Holly, 21, allegedly acknowl- 9. Greatest Hits - Bon Jovi. embraced by Britney's legion of fans, is edged he hacked into the 10.Progress - Take That. the lead single from the pop superstar's singer/actress' MySpace page in late as yet untitled seventh studio album 2007, according to an affidavit - and which will hit shelves in March, 2011. then bragged online about obtaining TOTP PopShot Chart After the song became available to semi-nude photos of Cyrus from her download on January 11th, 2011, 18- Gmail account. 1. What's My Name - Rihanna, feat. Drake. year-old Cyrus wrote a blog post on her The information led police to seize 2. When We Collide - Matt Cardle. official site that read, "Oh Em Gee! Just his computer, and on Thursday 3. The Time (Dirty Bit) - Black Eyed Peas. got the new Britney Spears song on (December 30th, 2010), Holly was arrest- 4. Lights On - Katy B, feat. Ms Dynamite. iTunes hold it against me! It is my new ed in Nashville, Tennessee, and 5. Do It Like A Dude - Jessie J. jam! Obsessed! Can't quit dancing on charged with possession of unautho- 6. Your Song - Ellie Goulding. set! Go check it!" rised credit card account numbers, 7. Firework - Katy Perry. The song contains a simple dub-step He was released on Monday 8. - Far East Movement, feat. Cataracs & Dev. break, and upon hearing it (January 3rd, 2011). Holly is not cur- 9. Only Girl (In The World) - Rihanna. based Electronic musician, rently facing any charges relating to 10.Who's That Chick - , feat. Rihanna. Britney Spears Miley Cyrus said that it would "inspire people to do Cyrus.