Concert for Miraz

By Cultural Correspondent
14 September 2005, 18:00 PM
Tony of the band Black speaks at the press conference (L-R) Jahan, John, Najmul Huq Bhuiya, Tipu, Hamin Ahmed and Ayub Bachchu also seen at the event
Members of the band Black and Transcom Beverage Ltd are set to organise a charity concert on September 16 at Dhanmondi Women's Complex (DWC).Black ke bachatey Miraz ke bachanis the slogan of the event. Popular bands Miles, LRB, Arthohin, Black, Artcell, Warfaze, Shironamhin and Striking will perform in the concert. The sale's proceeds will be donated for the medical treatment of Miraz who was critically injured in a road accident. The concert will start from 2pm.

Black's fans still recall the horrific road accident in April which claimed the life of Mobin, one of the best sound engineers in the country. Members of the band, bassist Miraz and drummer Tony, were severely injured in the accident. Although the latter recovered quickly, Miraz's condition was serious. He received a major concussion and suffered injuries to his left leg and hand as well. He was taken abroad for medical treatment, With the aim of bringing him back to the music scene, Black decided in favour of a fundraiser concert.

The concert has the backing of the Pepsi brandname. In a press conference organised by the company at the Dhaka Reporter's Unity on September 13, Black announced their return to the world of alternative rock.

Channel i is the media partner of the event.