MAHENDRA Khusial, called ‘Selector Charlie’, is a part-time selector of music with the ‘Basil P. Radio Show’ which airs on Sundays from 6pm to midnight on 98.1 FM with radio broadcaster Basil Persaud.

He also works with Persaud from Mondays to Thursdays during the hours of 6pm to 7pm, and on 90.1 iRadio as he selects a mixture of music, including oldies.

This enterprising young man is determined to accomplish a lot, but is, for now, contented with the simpler things in life.

After four years of being Selector Charlie, this spritely but reserved individual has said that, in the next couple of years, he see himself running his own ‘spare parts’ business, where he can be his own boss. That is, he wants to be self-employed.

He is a full-time sales clerk attached to Uniparts spare parts store on Sheriff Street, but does selecting of music on a part-time basis at weddings, parties, and other functions which require music.

Presently 18 years old, Mahendra said he got into the world of music when he met Basil Persaud at a relative’s house party four years ago, and he has not regretted his desire to get involved in music selection, since he always liked music.

Mahendra told this publication that, for him, music is life; it is an instant stress reliever, and he is very passionate about what he does because it eases his mind.
He said: “No matter how difficult it is, it can be achieved with hard work and dedication.”

He urges the youths of today to stay focused and build their careers and lives by having a positive outlook and an open mindset to be successful in whatever they undertake.

For now, ‘Selector Charlie’ remains humble and is working towards achieving his lifelong goal of establishing his own business. He can be contacted via WhatsApp on 670-7919, and on BBM on 566334ad. He stands ready, willing and able to perform for hire at any function.

By Michel Outridge