Michael M. Sailo


Michael Malsawmzela Sailo, also known as Ace Man, was a rap singer from Mizoram, India. He introduced rap music in Mizoram.

Early life

Michael Malsawmzela Sailo was born to Lalsanga Sailo and Nunthari Sailo in Aizawl. He first studied in Pune. He joined Spicer Adventist University where he won medals at singing competitions.

Career

At university he met an African group that inspired him to take up rap music. Joining the group, he toured South Indian cities such as Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai. He opened for various groups including VIVA. Returning to Mizoram, he brought along the rap music for which he received awards:
He was a RJ for Red FM and FM Zoawi in Mizoram.
He owned a music studio called Spaceville Pro Sessions. He also practiced traditional singing, composing, DJing and recording techniques. He composed and produced tracks for various singers in his studio including Tini Mohini Thapa, Zorinzuali Khiangte and DJ Lalvenhimi. At one time he was a member the rock band The Scavenger Project.

Recognition

Death

On 7 April 2017, Sailo died in an accident after his bike crashed into a police van.

Personal

He married well known mizo singer B. Malsawmtluagi on 17 September 2009. They had two sons, Brooklyn Lalsangkima Sailo and Marshall Lalhruaizela Sailo.

Discography

Michael M Sailo released the following albums:

Album

  • Duhaisam
  • ''CHAPTER -2''

Singles

  • "Ngaihlai Kan Bang Lo Che"
  • "Thinlai Hnemtu"
  • "Zawlkhaw Hermawii
  • "A riang chan tawk
  • "Thinlai Hnemtu"