The fourth general meeting of Singers Association of Bangladesh was held online yesterday. Around 50 musicians, from all across the country, were in attendance. The meeting started with tributes to eminent musicians of Bangladesh, and freedom fighters who fought for our country’s liberation. Joint Convener Kumar Bishwajit gave the welcome address and Hasan Abidur Reja Jewel presented the activities of the association for the last six months, to all members.

Jahangir Rana is a poet and television presenter in Channel S, London, UK. He is well known as a lyricist in Bangladesh and the UK to Bengali music lovers. “Hiya”, a moulik song written and composed by him, has crossed 25 million views online. He spoke about his journey in a chat with The Daily Star.

Popular musician Bappa Mazumder is set to launch his new venture, with some of the most celebrated singers of the country. The songs, composed by Mazumder himself, will be released serially on his official YouTube channel.

Recently, Rage Against the Machine expressed their support for the Palestinian people in the ongoing conflict with Israel. Now they’ve joined with a large group of musicians drafting a letter sharing their solidarity with the people of Palestine and asking for public support and government action in order to hopefully help the Palestinians “live in a world without segregation and apartheid.”

On the occasion of the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s 122nd birth anniversary, Chhayanaut hosted a virtual programme today. The programme, titled, “Shantir Joy Hok”, streamed live from Chhayanaut's YouTube and Facebook pages from 8 pm today.

Eminent Nazrul Sangeet exponent Sadya Afreen Mallick is one of the most celebrated names in the music industry. In addition to being awarded the prestigious Nazrul Padak by Nazrul Institute and the Ministry of Culture in 2016 and the Gold Medal by Anandadhara, she also won the Ustaad Moti Miya Gold Medal at Chhayanaut . On the occasion of Nazrul Jayanti, the artiste talks about her initiatives to popularise the National Poet’s creations among the younger generations, and more.

Prominent Nazrul Sangeet singer Kalpona Anam looks to preserve and promote the lyrics and compositions of Kazi Nazrul Islam. As a tribute to the National Poet on his 122nd birth anniversary, she has released a solo album titled, “Swadesh Amar”, online today. In a candid chat, the singer spoke about the album and more.

A new graphic novel will tell the life story of late Queen frontman in his own words, from his childhood in Zanzibar to becoming one of the most famous rock stars in the world.

Few artistes have been significant for as long as Bob Dylan. Throughout the years, he has remained one of rock music’s most influential and striking figures. Although his importance in the world of music can be talked about for days on end, we take a look at some of his most memorable songs, marking his 80th birthday.

Eminent Nazrul Sangeet exponent Sujit Mustafa's new show "Kotha o Kobita" is set to air both home and abroad tomorrow. The first episode of the series, featuring Kathak exponent Munmun Ahmed will be released online today at Deshe Bideshe TV, their website, official Facebook page, and YouTube channel at 10 pm (Bangladeshi time).

Parambrata Chatterjee and Raima Sen, a popular duo of West Bengal films, were featured in a Bangladeshi song, for the first time. The song is planned and produced under the banner of TM Productions by Farzana Munny, the chairperson of the company.

Azad Rahaman, my dearest Abbu, left for his eternal abode on May 16, 2020. He was laid to rest on top of his mother’s grave at the Azimpur Graveyard in Dhaka.

Noted singer Kamal Ahmed's 19th audio album, "Prothom Prem" was released under the banner of Music Of Bengal on the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore (May 8, 2021). The album is available as an audio jukebox on the YouTube channel of Music Of Bengal. Hardcopies of the album have been released simultaneously. “Prothom Prem” features 10 songs on love by Rabindranath Tagore.

Marking Rabindranath Tagore’s 160th birth anniversary, Chhayanaut organised a virtual cultural programme. Titled Dhor Nirbhoy Gaan, the theme of the event was to hope, and to be brave. Artistes performed works by Tagore, which sing praise of life and the joy of living, bravery, and hope. The virtual concert featured musical performances, dances, poetry recitals and more. It aired on Chhayanaut's YouTube channel tonight.

Today marks the 160th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, the polymath who reshaped Bengali music and literature. Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) organised an online programme to celebrate the day. As the country enforced restrictions on public movement to curb Covid-19 transmission, BSA opted to pay a tribute to the poet virtually, just as the year before.

Popular rock band Shironamhin released the music video of their newest song earlier today, on their YouTube channel. The song, “Kashfuler Shohor Dekha” is penned by the band’s frontman Ziaur Rahman, and composed by the band’s drummer Kazy Ahmad Shafin. The video is directed by Naimul Banin.

The organizers of the Grammys said Friday they were scrapping the "secret" committees that select which acts get nominated for the prestigious music awards following criticism from artists and allegations of rigging.

Celebrating the golden jubilee of Bangladesh's independence, London-based cultural organisation Mukto Arts will hold a five-day Bhatiali music festival. The event, titled "A Week for Bhatiali of Bengal”, will feature essays on Bhatiali's heritage by researchers, Bhatiali songs and social media premiere of a short film, along with live painting and music.

Renowned musician Tapan Chowdhury has been living in Canada for a long time, but he often visits Bangladesh for his musical commitments. He decided to stay in Canada for the safety of his family during the pandemic, but after receiving an invitation to sing at the celebrations for the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence, he was more than happy to come back to the country.

Renowned Indian singer Nachiketa Chakraborty paid tribute to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman with a new song recently. Nachiketa, who sang and composed the song, wrote it with Nila Mahmud. The song highlights the life of Bangabandhu, and his undeniable contribution to the independence of Bangladesh.