Music

Nadia Dora explores new musical territory with fresh track

Singer Nadia Dora, known primarily for her soulful folk renditions, surprised fans with a fresh romantic track titled “Chol Preme Pure Jai”. With poetic lyrics, Dora steps into a new musical realm—this time lending not just her voice, but also her presence on screen as the model in the music video.
3 May 2025, 11:02 AM

Three Russian artistes take to Shilpakala stage for a musical evening

A standout moment of the evening was the rendition of the well-known wartime song “Smuglyanka”, with Chernukhin’s piano evoking a mood of tenderness and longing.
3 May 2025, 05:27 AM

Shironamhin merges heritage and harmony across continents

Time and again, Bangladeshi pioneering folk fusion band Shironamhin has established itself at the forefront of Bangladeshi musical leaders. Armed with a melodic identity that celebrates tradition whilst adapting modernity, Shironamhin has journeyed to maintain our cultural devoutness. Founded in the late 1990s, they utilise their culturally unique identity as musical storytellers to travel across the world for the sake of their fans and leadership.
30 April 2025, 13:05 PM

‘We’ll quickly regroup’: J-Hope teases BTS’ post-military plans

BTS member J-Hope has shared an update on the group’s anticipated reunion following the military discharge of RM, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, who are set to complete their service this June.
29 April 2025, 04:42 AM

Cyndi Lauper, Chubby Checker chosen for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

"The Twist" singer Chubby Checker, pop star Cyndi Lauper and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
28 April 2025, 05:16 AM

Court orders AR Rahman to deposit Rs 2 crore in copyright case

The case pertains to Rahman’s track “Veera Raja Veera” from the film “Ponniyin Selvan: II”, which the court noted was musically “identical” to “Shiva Stuti”, a devotional composition by the late Dhrupad maestros Ustad Nasir Faiyazuddin and Ustad Nasir Zahiruddin Dagar
26 April 2025, 12:53 PM

Rosé breaks barriers with non-Korean AMA nomination

The American Music Awards (AMAs) unveiled the list of nominees for this year’s edition earlier today. As expected, the lineup features a star-studded mix of artistes, including Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, and Taylor Swift — a recurring blend of powerhouse names in the music scene.
24 April 2025, 12:02 PM

Jennie re-enters Billboard Hot 100 days after her Coachella performance

Blackpink member Jennie is currently basking in the spotlight! She received massive applause for her recent Coachella performance, where she delivered some of her popular tracks, including "Like Jennie".
24 April 2025, 06:36 AM

Kanye West shares disturbing childhood account in social media post

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has once again stirred public attention with a deeply personal and unsettling revelation on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The 47-year-old artiste, known for his controversial remarks and erratic online presence, shared a post discussing traumatic experiences from his childhood, drawing widespread reactions from fans and critics alike.
23 April 2025, 10:21 AM

Miles embarks on month-long US tour

Renowned Bangladeshi band Miles, a pioneer in the country’s band music scene, has embarked on a month-long concert series across the United States under the banner of “Legacy Tour USA 2025”. With over four decades of musical legacy, the band continues to ignite crowds with their electrifying performances both at home and abroad.
23 April 2025, 05:54 AM

Arbovirus releases first track of fourth album

Arbovirus has made a smashing return to the spotlight with the release of their new track “Purono Thikana”, the first single from their much-anticipated fourth studio album, “Nikhoj Shongbad”.
22 April 2025, 05:10 AM

Arnob kicks off US concert tour spanning eight cities

Singer-songwriter Shayan Chowdhury Arnob has set out on a concert tour across the United States as part of the “Bangla Folk Rock Fest”, performing alongside his band Arnob and Friends in eight cities. The tour began on Saturday (April 19) with a show in Dallas.
21 April 2025, 05:53 AM

Sabina Yasmin set to grace Toronto stage for Bangladesh Festival

Legendary Bangladeshi singer Sabina Yasmin is ready to make a triumphant return to the stage at the 8th Bangladesh Festival, scheduled for May 17, at the Toronto International Pavilion. This marks her first international performance since recovery from a health setback.​
20 April 2025, 05:46 AM

Meghdol drops new track ‘Golaper Naam’

Meghdol has released a new track titled “Golaper Naam”. The music video for the song premiered on the band’s official YouTube channel at 8pm on Friday (April 18).
19 April 2025, 05:51 AM

Pritom’s reign ever-expanding

From back-to-back cinematic musical hits to earning praise for his acting on OTT platforms, Pritom Hasan is having a standout year. His collaboration with Shakib Khan and chart-topping tracks like “Chand Mama”, “Didha”, and the ever lively “Laage Ura Dhura” have solidified his reputation as one of the most sought-after musicians in Dhallywood.
18 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Bappa Mazumder leads tribute song ‘Magurar Phool’

Renowned singer and music director Bappa Mazumder has lent his voice to a song titled “Magurar Phool”, inspired by the tragic incident involving eight-year-old girl, who was raped and murdered in Magura.
17 April 2025, 12:46 PM

AR Rahman responds to Abhijeet’s criticism over excessive use of technology in music

Singer Abhijeet recently criticised Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman for what he termed as an excessive reliance on technology in music production. In an interview with ANI, Abhijeet alleged that AR Rahman’s approach had sidelined traditional instrumentalists and left many jobless.
16 April 2025, 04:56 AM

Green Day alters lyrics at Coachella to show solidarity with Palestine

Recently, Green Day delivered a politically charged headline performance at Coachella 2025, modifying their lyrics to highlight the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.
15 April 2025, 08:26 AM

Katy Perry roars into space on all-woman flight

Pop star Katy Perry completed a brief foray into space Monday, roaring to the edge of the cosmos with an all-women crew on one of billionaire Jeff Bezos's rockets.
15 April 2025, 07:55 AM

Bengali New Year celebrations through melodies

The Bengali New Year is being celebrated today with vibrant arrangements unfolding across the country. From lively concerts to musical performances, renowned artistes and bands are taking the stage to delight audiences and spread festive cheer nationwide.
14 April 2025, 07:01 AM