TNL Onstage is back again to entertain the young crowds out there with new rock, hip-hop and jazz beats. Over the years, the Onstage platform has evolved from its roots to bring out new local talents giving them an opportunity to let loose their talents. The search for the eight lucky finalists has now commenced and as the curtains closed down at the semi-final round 2, the excitement has just been taken to a new level.
Speaking to the Daily Mirror Life, the performers and some fans shared their experience about being a part of TNL Onstage.
Soloists
Hasnah
I think I did a lot better. I was able to meet many professionals who trained me well. I hope I will be able to get in to finals.
Nabith
I thought my first song was decent. This is the first time that I am participating at TNL Onstage and the experience has been amazing. I was able to make new friends and have become more familiar with professional musicians. Although I was nervous at the beginning I am confident that I will be able to do well in future.
Tharani
I think I definitely got the crowd going. I was able to pull out a great show and the experience right throughout has been amazing.
Nadun Wickremaratne entertained the crowd with a Split Personality original and another number by Alex Claire.
Bands
Rebel Exodus
We were able to pull out a great show and our primary objective is to introduce a different style of music to the crowd.
Karma
We actually pulled out a great performance. TNL Onstage has been quite a new experience and we were able to get help from the experts. We hope that we will be able to get in to finals fingers crossed.
Lustful Gaze
We did really well during this round. We want to give something out to all music lovers out there. I think it has been a memorable experience and TNL Onstage has created a platform for local entertainers to come out, perform and show what they can.
Cosmogyral took the night away with an electrifying performance of Bright Lights by Matchbox 20 and Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson.
The audience at Onstage
Shanella
I enjoyed the entire show. The competition is getting tougher and we too are getting excited about who will make it to the finals.
Athaliah
I think TNL Onstage has become a good platform for youngsters to get on board and let loose their talents.
Shan
I have seen some great talent. It’s quite a good thing to get youngsters to perform on a platform like this. TNL Onstage has some unique features when comparing with other reality shows and that I think is a plus point for anybody performing here.
Melissa
I am overwhelmed by the variety that I have seen today. Most of them have managed to perform their own singles and I think that shows how much of talents they have in composing. Even the quality of music has improved.
Yasonil
I am supporting Lustful Gaze but I should mention that all the performers are extremely good.
Kithmi
I came to cheer for my friends who are performing today and I am quite surprised by the talents they all have.
Chamodi
I am supporting Tharani and I think she did really well today.
Thimasha
It is a good platform for youngsters to come out and showcase their talents.
By Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
Photographs by Pradeep Dilrukshana
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