Music
Behind the tranquil melodies of Jahid Nirob
Playing crazy arpeggios on harmonium for the song “Duniya” alongside the celebrated band Chirkutt for the Amitabh Reza directorial masterpiece “Aynabaji” – this is how musician and composer Jahid Nirob first stole the limelight, capturing the attention of both music lovers and the National Award winning band.
22 October 2021, 18:00 PM
Xefer and Arekta Rock Band's 'Ojana’ in BBC Asian Network playlist
Popular singer Xefer Rahman and Arekta Rock Band's song “Ojana” has made it to the ‘BBC Asian Network’ playlist.
21 October 2021, 08:33 AM
A minute with Jon Kabir
Fresh off his latest release with Indalo, “Kokhon Ebhabe Ekhane Ke Jane”, Jon Kabir joins us for One Minute Please! In this rapid-fire interview, Jon had only one minute to answer the questions.
19 October 2021, 18:00 PM
‘I always wanted to be known as Dr Oyshee’
National Film Award winning singer Oyshee Fatima Tuz Zahra is known for her powerful voice and fluent performances. With her first album, ‘Oyshee Express’, she has earned much accolades. The singer has not only portrayed excellence in music, but in education as well. Upon passing MBBS exams, Oyshee has officially become a doctor. In a conversation with The Daily Star, she shared her special moment of celebration.
19 October 2021, 10:45 AM
Mahmuda Moumita’s cover of “Bhalo Achhi Bhalo Theko” released on YouTube
Singer and journalist Mahmuda Moumita released her latest cover of the popular song “Bhalo Achhi Bhalo Theko”, composed and penned by prominent poet Rudra Mohammad Shahidullah.
18 October 2021, 11:40 AM
‘Every song sung by him is truly special to me’
Legendary rockstar Ayub Bachchu left his fans shocked and disheartened when he passed away on October 18, 2018, at the age of 56.
18 October 2021, 03:40 AM
Uniting musicians and music lovers, BBMFC approaches 7 years
Over the years, the band music industry of Bangladesh has not only gifted the most talented musicians and memorable songs, but arguably the most passionate fans.
13 October 2021, 09:25 AM
Bangladesh Copyright Office hands over $5000 royalty to Ayub Bachchu’s family
Bangladesh Copyright Office organised a special press conference today, to hand over a royalty sum of $5014 to the Ayub Bachchu’s family, at Agargaon’s National Archive Centre.
12 October 2021, 12:08 PM
BTS campaign with UN nets millions of dollars -- and tweets
K-pop superstars BTS have raised $3.6 million and generated millions of tweets during four years of teaming up with the U.N. children’s agency to fight violence, abuse and bullying and promote self-esteem in young people, the agency is announcing Wednesday.
7 October 2021, 05:14 AM
Noble confirms divorce
Singer Mainul Ahsan Noble, in a conversation with The Daily Star over the phone, confirmed that he is divorced. "Yes, it is true that I am divorced and now, I am single!" says the singer. He has been caught up in controversies ever since he came into the limelight with "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa" in 2019.
6 October 2021, 11:48 AM
Singer R Kelly's official channels dropped from YouTube
Alphabet Inc’s YouTube said it has removed R&B singer R. Kelly’s channels from its video platform, distancing itself from the singer who was convicted of sex trafficking last month.
R. Kelly was convicted by a federal jury in September in his sex trafficking trial, where prosecutors accused the singer of exploiting his stardom over a quarter-century to lure women and underage girls into his orbit for sex.
6 October 2021, 08:02 AM
Kaushik Hossain Taposh receives International Ratna Award
National Award-winning musician Kaushik Hossain Taposh has been honored with the International Ratna Award in India for his special role in Bengali music. The award-giving ceremony was held at Howrah Sarat Sadan, Kolkata, on October 2.
4 October 2021, 08:34 AM
‘Manike Mage Hithe’ singer Yohani gets injured on stage in India
“Manike Mage Hithe” famed Sri Lankan singer Yohani got injured during a concert in India.
3 October 2021, 07:11 AM
He took an ordinary boy like me in his band: Bassbaba Sumon
Today marks the 57th birthday of modern 'guru' of Bangladeshi rock, James. Many celebrities have been wishing the musician on social media.
2 October 2021, 10:01 AM
There is only one James, today is his birthday
James, also known as the modern guru of Bangladeshi rock, has accomplished unimaginable feats since he started his career with the band Feelings. Today marks the National Award winning artiste's 57th birthday.
2 October 2021, 06:02 AM
Pritom’s ‘Morey Jak’ dives into the dark symbolism of love
Popular musician Pritom Hasan released his much-awaited song, “Morey Jak”, along with a music video, on YouTube yesterday.
30 September 2021, 19:29 PM
Xefer and Arekta Rock Band's 'Ojana’ releases tomorrow
Arekta Rock Band, one of Dhaka’s rising young bands, collaborated with prominent singer Xefer Rahman, on the song, “Ojana”. It is a Bangla synth pop number, written by Xefer and Riasat Azmi, the lead vocalist of Arekta Rock Band.
30 September 2021, 07:59 AM
Chirkutt’s Sumi to represent Bangladesh at Womex 21 Portugal
Celebrated musician and Chirkutt’s vocalist Sharmin Sultana Sumi is all set to represent Bangladesh at the International Music Summit of music professionals from around the world in Porto, Portugal.
30 September 2021, 06:36 AM
Britney Spears 'on cloud nine' after father suspended from conservatorship
The conservatorship that has controlled the life of Britney Spears for 13 years neared a possible end on Wednesday after a judge suspended her father, and the pop super-star said later that she was "on cloud 9 right now."
30 September 2021, 04:00 AM
BTS to hold first live concert since Covid-19 pandemic in LA in November
South Korean boy band BTS plans to hold live concerts in Los Angeles in November for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak, forcing it to cancel global tours and resort to online performances, the band's management said on Tuesday.
29 September 2021, 08:31 AM