Whether you know him as the Winner of Australia’s Got Talent 2012, or from the Multi Platinum ARIA Award-Winning band CDB, or caught one of his acclaimed shows paying tribute to Prince, well respected Producer/Artist Andrew is the “real deal”. For those brought up in the 1990s, CDB provided a soundtrack to growing up. Their smash hit Let’s Groove was a favourite in CD-Walkmans everywhere and won Andrew and bandmates an ARIA for Highest Selling Single. Before stepping into the limelight, Andrew was already well-versed in the way of music, playing since he was a child. He effortlessly steps between musician – singer – producer – writer – being dubbed an ‘all-rounder’.
Fast forward from the 1990s to 2012 and Andrew De Silva stepped back into the spotlight as a solo performer within his own right, wowing judges and audiences alike on Australia’s Got Talent, eventually taking home the top gong on the show. “Your a true artist that voice is for the masses” Danni Minogue
He demonstrated he was the ‘real deal’, and showed fans and critics that talent always shines through.
Throughout his career Andrew has also opened for international heavyweights such as Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men, and Shaggy, to name a few.
Andrew’s voice & musicianship has been always likened to Prince which led him to put together a band “Purple Revolution” a tribute to the diminutive star which reviews have pegged as “one of the best going around”.
Never confined to one genre Andrew also to the role of lead singer of Aussie band Boom Crash Opera wowing audiences around the county until handing back the baton to old friend Dale Ryder.
Andrew’s versatility has recently seen him play the lead role in the hit production “Let’s Get It On” (The Life & Music Of Marvin Gaye). Also staring in a symphonic journey with a 30-piece orchestra and stella line-up of Aussie stars through the life and career of the late global superstar George Michael .
Andrew seems to have done it all & his live shows are not to be missed.
Andrew is constantly creating and producing for himself and other artists including CDB’s recent new album with Warner Music “Tailored for Now” (Eleven R&B super Jams)
His original music resonates spiritual and creative flair that showcases his voice & production/mixing skills. His sound stems from his in depth understanding of song writing and what it is to be current. Auspop’s review of his single, “Rocket Science”,
“Here’s one of Australia’s best talents” “It’s a deliciously lithe soul number, helmed by Andrew’s superb vocal that taps the falsetto in his bag of tricks and the layering of the vocals is pretty sublime.”
Catching Andrew with his band or as a solo artist is pure world class entertainment. Specializing in R&B/Soul/Rock/Pop Andrew’s versatility is what gets people every time. Able to win over any audience Andrew is the true Artist who never disappoints & will leave you wanting more.