Johannesburg: Famous South African singer of Indian origin Surabjit Jaybeli Baldev has passed away at the age of 66.
According to close friends and associates, the singer known as 'Barry' Baldev, who died on Sunday morning, was a major participant in almost every Indian music show in South Africa.
“His last performance was at our Tamil New Year concert in Midrand on Saturday,” said Lexi Shunmugan, organizer of SA Musicians Against Covid.
"Barry was instrumental in setting up the equipment, rehearsing with the band and singers, and then playing the roles in the performance. He was a perfectionist whose guitar playing skills were unmatched.What we will remember him most for is his gentle demeanor and his determination to always help young musicians hone their talents, Shunmugan said.
Baldev endeared himself to colleagues and listeners at East Wave Radio, where he worked his way up the ranks to become station manager.
Vikash Maharagh, current head of the station, said, "His leadership and commitment significantly drove the station's growth. SJ's vibrant personality and camaraderie were instrumental in fostering a cohesive team spirit, especially in the face of the evolving regulatory landscape in community radio. between."
The late musician is said to have stepped in as the guitarist for a performance by late ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas when he and his brothers Manha and Nirmal visited Johannesburg in 2012."It's rare that our artistes get a chance to play a full show with musicians from India, and receiving praise from someone like Pankaj Udha was a special feather in Barry's cap," said Loka, another veteran of the entertainment industry. Said, Anil Rambaran.
Paying tribute to Baldev, the South African Tamil Federation said the musician was a bridge builder who participated in countless community events, "threading together the diverse cultures that co-exist".
The federation said in a statement, "We pay tribute to a gentleman who was always held in high esteem and was widely recognized for his contributions to the music world. We have lost a true legend. ."
According to close friends and associates, the singer known as 'Barry' Baldev, who died on Sunday morning, was a major participant in almost every Indian music show in South Africa.
“His last performance was at our Tamil New Year concert in Midrand on Saturday,” said Lexi Shunmugan, organizer of SA Musicians Against Covid.
"Barry was instrumental in setting up the equipment, rehearsing with the band and singers, and then playing the roles in the performance. He was a perfectionist whose guitar playing skills were unmatched.What we will remember him most for is his gentle demeanor and his determination to always help young musicians hone their talents, Shunmugan said.
Baldev endeared himself to colleagues and listeners at East Wave Radio, where he worked his way up the ranks to become station manager.
Vikash Maharagh, current head of the station, said, "His leadership and commitment significantly drove the station's growth. SJ's vibrant personality and camaraderie were instrumental in fostering a cohesive team spirit, especially in the face of the evolving regulatory landscape in community radio. between."
The late musician is said to have stepped in as the guitarist for a performance by late ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas when he and his brothers Manha and Nirmal visited Johannesburg in 2012."It's rare that our artistes get a chance to play a full show with musicians from India, and receiving praise from someone like Pankaj Udha was a special feather in Barry's cap," said Loka, another veteran of the entertainment industry. Said, Anil Rambaran.
Paying tribute to Baldev, the South African Tamil Federation said the musician was a bridge builder who participated in countless community events, "threading together the diverse cultures that co-exist".
The federation said in a statement, "We pay tribute to a gentleman who was always held in high esteem and was widely recognized for his contributions to the music world. We have lost a true legend. ."
