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Alwyn Fernandes is a distinguished music producer and guitarist with a prolific career spanning over four decades. Born into a musical family in the coastal town of Mangalore, South India, Alwyn began his musical journey under the guidance of Fr. Walter Albuquerque, a renowned violinist. He later joined the Mandd Sobhann Troupe, led by legendary Konkani composer and cultural activist Eric Ozario, where he honed his passion for guitar playing.


As a self-taught guitarist, Alwyn made the pivotal decision to pursue music as a career and relocated to Bangalore in the early '90s. There, he was mentored by jazz legend Gerard Machado, who introduced him to the vibrant live music scene. This mentorship fostered a lasting friendship with Sandeep Chowta, with whom Alwyn co-founded the band "Pulse." The band achieved notable success, winning the first "Billboard Viewers' Choice Award" and three Diva Awards for their album "Children of the World."Alwyn's musical repertoire spans a diverse array of genres, including heavy metal, jazz, fusion, rock, pop, folk, Indian classical, and film music. He has been a key figure in groundbreaking bands such as W.A.R.D.E.N, Sign Of Four, Millennium, Livin' Machine, and Karma 6.

about

Alwyn Fernandes is a distinguished music producer and guitarist with a prolific career spanning over four decades. Born into a musical family in the coastal town of Mangalore, South India, Alwyn began his musical journey under the guidance of Fr. Walter Albuquerque, a renowned violinist. He later joined the Mandd Sobhann Troupe, led by legendary Konkani composer and cultural activist Eric Ozario, where he honed his passion for guitar playing.


As a self-taught guitarist, Alwyn made the pivotal decision to pursue music as a career and relocated to Bangalore in the early '90s. There, he was mentored by jazz legend Gerard Machado, who introduced him to the vibrant live music scene. This mentorship fostered a lasting friendship with Sandeep Chowta, with whom Alwyn co-founded the band "Pulse." The band achieved notable success, winning the first "Billboard Viewers' Choice Award" and three Diva Awards for their album "Children of the World."Alwyn's musical repertoire spans a diverse array of genres, including heavy metal, jazz, fusion, rock, pop, folk, Indian classical, and film music. He has been a key figure in groundbreaking bands such as W.A.R.D.E.N, Sign Of Four, Millennium, Livin' Machine, and Karma 6.

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His exceptional talent earned him recognition from Rolling Stone Magazine as one of India's top ten guitarists—a distinction he continues to uphold. Alwyn's foray into film music commenced with his collaboration with Sandeep Chowta on the Telugu film Ninne Pelladatha, which became a significant musical blockbuster. Since then, he has contributed to numerous films across Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Konkani, and Kannada cinema, working alongside prominent industry figures such as Ram Gopal Varma, Puri Jagannadh, Hamsalekha, and Guru Kiran.

A true aficionado of live performances, Alwyn captivates audiences with his dynamic stage presence. He has toured internationally with violin maestro Dr. L. Subramaniam and vocalist Kavita Krishnamurti, showcasing their unique sound. Additionally, he has collaborated with esteemed international musicians including Hubert Laws, Ernie Watts, Christian Galvez, Dhafar Youssef, and Fareed Haque. Now based in the UAE, Alwyn performs with his band Olive Haze while actively engaging in innovative international projects and collaborations. He remains committed to producing music and mentoring emerging talent in the industry, inspiring the next generation of musicians who share his passion for the art form.

© 2024 ALWYN FERNANDES

© 2024 ALWYN FERNANDES