Bangladeshi-origin Mahdeea Eshal makes solo debut

“My parents have been my strongest supporters and a constant source of inspiration. Since the release of ‘Lal Neel Bhalobasha’, I’ve received an overwhelming response, which has motivated me to create more original music. Wherever there are listeners of Bengali music, I dream of my voice reaching them.”
5 July 2025, 10:24 AM

‘The Cage’ refreshes music scene as RockSalt crowned inaugural winners

As the stage lights blazed and distortion pedals roared, the grand finale of “The Cage” unfolded in Dhaka last night, drawing the curtain on Bangladesh’s boldest rock music reality show yet. With The Daily Star as co-sponsor, the event brought together raw talent and a passionate audience from across the city, all eager to witness the conclusion of a show that has helped revive interest in the country’s emerging rock scene.
5 July 2025, 08:16 AM

Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne gear up for their last show

Tens of thousands of fans will rock out in Birmingham on Saturday as Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath reunite for what they have said will be their last live performance together.
5 July 2025, 06:14 AM

RockSalt wins ‘The Cage’ grand finale

After months of fierce competition, RockSalt was crowned the winner at the grand finale of “The Cage”, Bangladesh’s rock music reality show, held last night in Dhaka.
4 July 2025, 18:24 PM

‘The Cage’ reality show finale in capital today

The reality show “The Cage”, which began with aspiring young rock musicians, is set to conclude today. The grand finale of the competition will kick off at 3 pm at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) auditorium in the capital. Alongside the finalist bands, AvoidRafa, Warfaze, and AK Rahul will take the stage for special performances.
4 July 2025, 04:25 AM

‘Pretty Little Baby’ singer Connie Francis in ICU

Legendary American singer Connie Francis, known for hits like “Pretty Little Baby” and “Where the Boys Are”, has been hospitalised and is currently receiving care in an ICU in Florida, according to TMZ.
3 July 2025, 05:52 AM

Imran Ahmed, former guitarist of Mechanix, needs financial assistance for cancer treatment

Imran Ahmed, former guitarist of the renowned rock band Mechanix and an alumnus of Government Laboratory High School (Batch 02), has recently been diagnosed with esophageal cancer.
3 July 2025, 05:48 AM

Zeenat Rehana, voice of ‘Shagorer Teer Theke’, passes away

Veteran singer Zeenat Rehana, best known for the iconic song "Shagorer Teer Theke", has passed away. She died on Wednesday (July 2) at around 8:30 AM while receiving treatment at a hospital in Dhaka.
2 July 2025, 07:37 AM

‘I’ve lived life as it came’: Syed Abdul Hadi on celebrating his 86th birthday

Renowned Bangladeshi vocalist Syed Abdul Hadi turns 86 today, marking yet another milestone in a musical journey that spans over six decades.
1 July 2025, 06:08 AM

Sabina Yasmin returns with patriotic anthem ‘Praner Bangladesh’

The song, blending contemporary rhythms with deep national sentiment, is set to release soon on Orin Multimedia’s official YouTube channel.
1 July 2025, 05:20 AM

Bappa Mazumder to star in intimate solo concert

Bappa Mazumder is set to return to the stage with a solo concert under the “Yamaha on True Sound” series. Scheduled for July 22 at the Yamaha Flagship Centre in Dhaka, the event will feature reimagined versions of his well-known songs.
1 July 2025, 04:40 AM

BTS to release first-ever live album ‘Permission to Dance on Stage – Live’

Global pop sensation BTS is set to drop their first-ever live album titled “Permission to Dance on Stage – Live” on July 18. As reported by Variety, the album features 22 tracks recorded during their world tour, offering fans an immersive audio experience from some of the band’s most electrifying concerts.
1 July 2025, 04:11 AM

SI Sumon releases new song ‘Boka Manush’

Renowned Bangladeshi musician SI Sumon has returned to the music scene with his new single, “Boka Manush”, now available on his official YouTube channel.
29 June 2025, 12:03 PM

Nirjhor celebrates 25 years with a special concert in Dhaka

Bangladeshi rock band Nirjhor completed 25 years of its musical journey last on the first week of June. To celebrate the occasion, a "25th Nirjhor" concert was held last Friday (June 27) at Jatra Biroti in Dhaka.
29 June 2025, 10:10 AM

Azam Khan’s iconic band Uccharon returns after 14 years

After a 14-year hiatus, the legendary Bangladeshi band Uccharon, originally formed by pop pioneer Azam Khan, is set to make a comeback. The announcement was made by Azam Khan’s daughter, Aroni Khan, during the “Guru Reloaded” event held on June 22 in Dhaka, commemorating the singer’s death anniversary.
29 June 2025, 04:48 AM

Raindrops and Rabindra Sangeet: HSBC’s monsoon soiree

HSBC Bangladesh hosted an intimate soiree "Abar Eshechhe Ashar" last night, with the timeless songs of Rabindranath Tagore, the maestro whose verses have etched the beauty of Bangla's monsoon into the hearts of millions.
28 June 2025, 10:35 AM

Channel i to honour Ferdousi Rahman on 84th birthday today

Renowned singer and music legend Ferdousi Rahman is celebrating her 84th birthday today. To honour the occasion, Channel i has organised a special edition of its programme “Taroka Kothon”, featuring the celebrated artiste.
28 June 2025, 05:07 AM

Baul Khuaj Mia passes away

Baul Khuaj Mia, 83, the composer behind the beloved song “Lagaiya Piriter Duri”, passed away at his residence in Daulatpur village, located in Sylhet’s Bishwanath upazila, at 3:30pm on Thursday. He had been battling age-related health issues for quite some time.
27 June 2025, 10:58 AM

‘Gaza-Sudan’ flag-waving performer at Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Set arrested

Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, a performer from Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show, has been arrested in Louisiana following a months-long investigation into his unscripted protest during the event.
27 June 2025, 05:33 AM

‘Palabe Kothay’: Sunidhi Nayak’s take on obsession

“With this music video, we tried to do something fresh. I don’t think anything like this has been done before for a Bangla song,” Sunidhi shared with visible excitement. “The teaser’s reaction has been overwhelming. People are sharing it non-stop. Credit goes to Adnan Al Rajeev. We created a fusion—adding electronic elements while also staying rooted in Bengali instruments and language.”
26 June 2025, 10:58 AM