COUNTRY ROADS
Country Roads is back with a “Bang-Bang” on October 19
Germany’s Mavericks, Cosmic Rays, Allan Outschoorn and Manethree to headline in 2025
Concert to be held at the iconic Cinnamon Life, with all proceeds for children’s charities
Colombo, Tuesday 16 September 2025: Sri Lanka and South Asia’s longest running charity concert for children, Country Roads, returns in 2025 for its 37th anniversary show. And it’s back with a “bang-bang.” Now bigger and better than ever, thanks to its iconic new venue, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams.
The first integrated resort in South Asia, Cinnamon Life will host the Country Music Foundation (CMF)-organised concert at “The Forum” on Sunday, October 19, 2025, starting from 6.30pm onwards.
“Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams is a spectacular architectural feat, and we are pleased to welcome them as our Official Hospitality Partner for 2025. I have no doubt that our loyal fans, and even new converts, will have a wonderful time at this beautiful new venue. All while they enjoy our all-star lineup of local and international artists renowned for playing their hearts out,” said Country Music Foundation President Feizal Samath.
In addition to Official Hospitality Partner Cinnamon Life, Country Roads is welcoming back Dilmah, LOLC, Cargills and Firefly as its 2025 sponsors, with LankaPay also joining in for the first time for the 37th anniversary concert. Tickets for the concert, priced at Rs 3,000 and Rs. 4,000, are currently on sale at Cargills Food City outlets at Kirulapone, Kohuwela (Bernards), Majestic City and Staples Street.
Headliners for this year’s concert are fan favourites the Mavericks from Germany, who will once again bring their signature flair and over-the-top antics to the show. The legendary Cosmic Rays, and Feizal and the Country Revival Band with Thilan Wijesinghe, represent local talent alongside popular guitar player Allan Outschoorn.
“I look forward to taking the stage, at the beautiful Cinnamon Life, and being part of the stellar line-up of 2025’s Country Roads, organised by the Country Music Foundation, which will help raise funds for worthy children’s charities. So, come join us on October 19,” Allan commented.
And, perhaps most exciting of all, Country Roads is introducing to its stage, for the first time, the young musical prodigy, and YouTube sensation, Manethree.
“From when I was little, music has been my way of expressing myself and connecting with others. I started singing at the age of seven and picked up the guitar when I was ten. I started posting covers on social media during the pandemic. The positive feedback I received inspired me to pick up live performing. I have always loved creating music that moves people and makes them feel deeply. I am honored to be a part of this event to make a difference and bring love, joy and support to children around Sri Lanka,” Manethree added.
An entirely charitable undertaking, which is staffed totally by volunteers, the Country Roads concert for children has consistently donated 100% of its proceeds to children’s charities. Over the past 37 years, this has resulted in several million rupees worth of aid, all of which has contributed directly to addressing the most pressing issues faced by children, a common practice since the concert’s first edition was held in 1988.
