Audio Engineer/Programmer/Composer .. and a Dreamer!

Yohani stands tall as one of Sri Lanka's most celebrated artists, quite possibly holding the title of the most celebrated individual in the nation's storied history. Her chart-topping hits, "Manike" (in Hindi) and "Manike Mage Hithe" (in Sinhalese), not only broke records but firmly established their place as global sensations, leaving an indelible mark between 2021 and 2022.

With an enchanting vocal prowess, captivating live performances, and a style that's uniquely her own, Yohani has endearingly won over the hearts of millions. Her versatility as an artist has allowed her to cultivate an expansive international following, cementing her position as a cultural icon.

Her extensive discography boasts an impressive 23 songs, spanning across five distinct languages, showcasing her extraordinary talents as a singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer.

Currently, she is proudly affiliated with T-Series, the world's largest music label and YouTube Channel, and has also made impactful collaborations with Red Bull Records. Yohani's influence transcends music, as she is prominently associated with esteemed brands such as Sri Lanka Tourism, JBL, Red Bull, Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka Cricket, Prima Kottu Mee, Sampath Bank, and HRX.

As anticipation mounts, Yohani readies herself to unveil her forthcoming album, "KELLA," set for release in October 2023. Comprising 14 meticulously crafted tracks, each deeply rooted in authentic stories, her artistic journey continues to blend creativity with authenticity, further solidifying her status as an exceptional global figure.

UMARA GREW UP HEARING ALL KINDS OF MUSIC FROM JAZZ TO CLASSIC TO HIP HOP TO RNB AS HER PARENTS BOTH, TONY AND AYESHA SINAHAWANSA ARE PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS.

UMARA WON MANY SINGING COMPETITIONS INCLUDING FIRST PLACE AT THE ALL ISLAND SINGING COMPETITION OF SRI LANKA.HER HOBBY AND PASSION TOOK A SERIOUS TURN WHEN HER FIRST RECORDING AT THE AGE OF TEN, AND THEN HER VERY FIRST PUBLIC PERFORMANCE WHEN SHE WAS JUST 13 YEARS OLD.FROM THEREON, UMARA CONTINUED AS A SINGER SINGING WESTERN SONGS.SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY WHEN SHE PERFORMED THE SONG NAMED “SNEHAYE” SHE CREATED A VISION TO BRAKE FROM HER SELF-IMPOSED LIMITATIONS AND TO SING IN HER MOTHER TONGUE.SHE WANTED TO MAKE WHATEVER CONTRIBUTION SHE CAN IN HER OWN SMALL WAY TO THE SRI LANKAN MUSIC INDUSTRY.

THE NEW UMARA TESTED HER SELF BY TAKING PART IN TWO INTERNATIONAL SINGING CONTESTS IN THE YEAR 2007 IN CHINA AND IN KAZAKHSTAN.SHE SHOWED OFF HER TALENTS AND MEZMERISED THE JUDGES TO BAG 3 AWARDS BRINGING FAME TO OUR MOTHERLAND, FOLLOWING WHICH IN 2011 UMARA ALONG WITH HER SISTER ONCE AGAIN WON THE BRONZE AWARD AT THE CRIMEA MUSIC FESTIVAL HELD IN UKRAINE, COMPETING AMONGST 20 CONTESTANTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.BY FAR ONE OF THE BIGGEST INTERNATIONAL SINGING COMPETITIONS HELD.

UMARA IS THE ONLY YOUNGEST FEMALE ARTIST IN SRI LANKA TO HAVE DONE INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS SUCH WITH THE LEGENDERY SHANKAR MAHADEVAN(SHANKAR-EHSAAN-LOY).SHE IS RAPIDLY MOVING UP THE LADDER OF FAME AND MANY ARE NOW USING SUPERLATIVES TO DESCRIBE HER PERFORMANCES.

CURRENTLY HAVING HER SUPER HIT SINGLE “WASSANAYATA” UMARA HAS RELEASED HER LONG AWAITED, HIGHLY DEMANDING SOLO ALBUM TITLED “WASSANAYATA”.SHE IS THE FIRST FEMALE AND THE YOUNGEST MUSIC AUDIO ENGINEER IN SRI LANKA.AND HAVING HAD HER ALBUM PRODUCED BY HER SELF IS NOT AT ALL A SURPRISE TO ALL SRI LANKANS.


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