Renaissance teams up with Duronto for new music video

Having started their journey in 1985, Renaissance is one of the most popular acts in Bangladesh. The pioneering band has recently
11 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Star Melodies showcases spirited songs of freedom

During the Liberation War of 1971, the konthojoddha, who were the artistes of Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, a clandestine radio station during the resistance, kept up the morale of the freedom fighters with their spirited performance of patriotic songs, poems and satirical plays.
11 December 2018, 18:00 PM

STAR MELODIES to present 'Songs of Freedom' today

The people of our country fought for liberation and freedom not only with strategies, guns and grenades, but also with poetry, words of inspiration and powerful melodies.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Star Melodies presents Songs of Freedom

The people. of our country fought for Liberation and freedom not only with strategies, guns and grenades, but also with poetry, words of inspiration and powerful melodies.
8 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Artcell reunite in Australia

Three members of Artcell's original line-up: Lincoln, Shaju and Cezanne have reunited for their concert tour in Australia.
7 December 2018, 18:00 PM

An evening with Sci-fi Jazz

Experimenting with various electronic musical instruments and clarinets, Niels Klein's quartet, aptly named Tubes & Wires, aspires to take their listeners on a trip to space with their music.
6 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Dr Mamotaz Mamota's double album launched

Anonto Anandadhara and Chokher Aloy by Rabindra Sangeet singer Dr Mamotaz Mamota were released on December 4 as a part of a
5 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Celebrating the heartbeat of music BANGLADESH DRUM DAY

Tomorrow will mark a phenomenon that musicians are holding on to their high-hats for, as Bangladesh is set to celebrate its first 'Drum Day.' Nine of the best drummers in the country will take centre-stage at the home of rock music, the Russian Cultural Center (RCC).
5 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Aloke Sen to pay tribute to Ustad Ghulam Ali

Today marks the 78th birth anniversary of legendary Ghazal maestro Ustad Ghulam Ali. To pay a musical tribute to the living legend, Kolkata-based popular TV channel Tara Muzik is set to air a solo Ghazal programme, Aj Sokaler Amontrone, where renowned Bangladeshi artiste Aloke Kumar Sen will perform live.
4 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Trainwreck shreds through Wacken Metal Battle

Heavy metal band Trainwreck breezed through Wacken Metal Battle: Sub Continent's Dhaka stage on December 1 and are now set to compete in the tournament's next stage in Bangalore, India. Trainwreck will compete in Bangalore to play in Wacken Open Air in Germany.
2 December 2018, 18:00 PM

'Aalochhaya'r Gaanguli'at BSA

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) and Theatre jointly organised a musical programme featuring Kabyagaan and Manchagaan at the National Art Gallery auditorium of BSA recently.
2 December 2018, 18:00 PM

BAMBA's farewell tribute to Ayub Bachchu

It was difficult for the members of Bangladesh Musical Bands Association (BAMBA) to process the shock that was the passing of Ayub Bachchu, whom they dearly referred to as simply 'AB'.
2 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Channel i Band Fest takes place in memory of Ayub Bachchu

The 5th Channel i Band Fest lacked its inherently festive atmosphere that the crowd had been used to for years, as the festival mourned the loss of one of the greatest musicians Bangladesh has ever produced, Ayub Bachchu.
1 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Reggae enlisted as cultural heritage by UNESCO

Recognised for its unique and heavy bass lines and drums, whenever most people hear the term reggae, they associate it with Bob Marley, as he was a key figure to popularise the genre with songs like One Love, Buffalo Soldier and many others.
30 November 2018, 18:00 PM

AMORSHO the stripped down session

Toning down their 'loud' take on music, the band, Owned, recently released a new version of the video for their song Amorsho.
29 November 2018, 18:00 PM

Reaching a global audience with the music of the roots

Among the many musicians that enthralled the audience of Dhaka International Folk Fest 2018, Labik Kamal Gaurob stood out with his sheer talent and majestic voice. He made his presence felt as a guest artiste, performing with Shayan Chowdhury Arnob.
28 November 2018, 18:00 PM

'Kotha O Shurer Omor Juti'

During the early days of Bangla music, maestros like Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam chose to compose the lyrics as well as the tunes of their own songs respectively.
27 November 2018, 18:00 PM

Star Melodies' 'Kotha O Shurer Omor Juti' today

Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star that promotes Bangla music, will host a musical evening titled, Kotha O Shurer Omor Juti, on celebrated lyricists and composers of the 20th century. Prominent and emerging singers will participate at the event today at 6 pm.
26 November 2018, 18:00 PM

50 exclusive albums launched

Banglalink Vibe, one of the biggest Bangla music streaming apps, announced 50 exclusive albums on their platform at a press conference
25 November 2018, 18:00 PM

Musicality in Wood underway at Cosmos-Atelier71

A five-day (November 23-27) long woodblock print workshop titled Musicality in Wood is now underway at Cosmos-Atelier71 Printmaking Studio in the capital's Malibagh area. The workshop is being conducted by artist Anisuzzaman, Professor of the Department of Printmaking, Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka.
25 November 2018, 18:00 PM