Tuesday 22nd May 2012 started with the loss of a Pioneer in
British Asian Music, Kuly Ral.
RDB, (Rhythm, Dhol, Bass), a Punjabi production team, made up of
three British-Sikh brothers, Kuly, Manj
and Surj. RDB, known for their musical talents of blending and combining
traditional Punjabi beats, music and lyrics in with a modern western
twist, are now amongst the leading Punjabi Producers, Singers and Entertainers
in the world.
2003 saw RDB pick up the
UK AMA, (Asian Music Awards), for the
'Best Club DJ Bhangra, the brothers
have also been on the Brampton Walk of
Fame. Not to mention five discographies,
countless collaborations and celebratory compilations, alongside their
blooming Bollywood blockbusters including, Shera
Di Kaum (Speedy Singhs), Sadi Gali (Tanu Weds Manu), Rafta Rafta (Namastey
London), Om Mangalam (Kambakkht Ishq), to name a few.
The RDB Team have
released this official Press Release:
RDB – OFFICIAL RELEASE
The international music fraternity has faced a saddening loss with
Kuly of music band RDB, passing away on 22nd May 2012 in Houston, Texas, USA.
The popular music group member sadly lost his battle with cancer at the young
age of 35 years old.
Kuly was diagnosed with a brain tumour in April 2011 and underwent
radio and chemotherapy. He was receiving treatment at a specialised clinic in
Houston at the time of his death.
Kuly was an intrinsic part of RDB, a leading international music
group, famed for their contribution to globalising Bhangra and Indian music.
His legacy will remain with RDB and their super-hit tracks such as Aaja Mahi,
Singh is Kinng, Aloo Chaat and Shera di Kaum.
RDB and the family have asked that their privacy is respected at
this very difficult time and thank their fans and well-wishers for their
continued support and condolences.
RDB’s facebook page has been opened up for those who wish to pay
their respects to Kuly and his family. To leave a message please visit:
Artists from around globe have
been paying their respects through-out the last 24hours, as the shock of such a
great loss sinks in.
Jay Sean
Just found out some v sad news that Kuly from @rdb passed away.
I did some shows with u boys, I’m so sorry.my love n thoughts go to u n fam.
Akshay
Kumar
Just heard about Kuly from RDB’s sudden demise. Still reeling
from the shock of the news. Such a talented guy, was behind some awesome
chartbusters for many of my films. My heartfelt condolences to the RDB family.
RIP Kuly.
Gippy
Grewal
RIP KULY – RDB
JazzyB
sad news 4 da music kuly RDB left us.malak ohnu apne charna wich
niwas bakshey. Family nu bhana manan da bal bakshey.R.I.P bro u b missd.
Amrinder
Gill
Rest In Peace….. !! :(
adilray
Bhangra producer Kully from RDB passes away. Tragic news. So
young. Lovely guys.
Sachin
Ahuja
Prayers and Condolence for RDB family .. RIP Kully .. Parmatma
apne charna ch niwas bakshe’y
R.I.P Kuly Ral... A truly great
artist and human being... My thoughts, prayers and duas going out to Surj, Manj
and the family... May you Rest In Peace... x ♥ x
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