Abba tops British music charts with first album in 40 years

Swedish supergroup Abba made a triumphant return to the British music charts on Friday (Nov 12), going straight to No. 1 with their first album in 40 years, Voyage.
14 November 2021, 08:55 AM

‘November Rain’ showers musical bliss upon Dhaka

After almost two years of restraint, concerts have begun to take over Dhaka once again. 'November Rain', organised by Brandmyth Communications, took place at International Convention City, Bashundhara (ICCB) in yesterday, and was a massive hit.
13 November 2021, 16:52 PM

Sahana Bajpaie suffers from vocal haemorrhage, to take break from music

Renowned singer Sahana Bajpaie will be taking a break from music for a month due to a major hemorrhage in voice box.
13 November 2021, 10:14 AM

I wanted to be a singer: Tasnia Farin

The talented actress has also had a strong grip on music since childhood. She has a Bachelor’s degree in classical and Nazrul Geeti, from Nazrul Academy.
12 November 2021, 18:00 PM

The significance of remastering classic Bangla songs

We, the audience, must wonder how their legacy can be truly preserved.
10 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Rappers Travis Scott, Drake sued for ‘incited mayhem’ at Texas concert stampede

Rappers Travis Scott, Drake, and organisers of the Astroworld event, have been sued by at least three concertgoers over injuries they sustained.
8 November 2021, 07:10 AM

Ranu Mondal to sing for Hero Alom’s movies

Controversial entertainers Hero Alom and Ranu Mondal are all set to sing a duet song in two of his movies.
7 November 2021, 10:37 AM

Mahmuda Moumita’s cover of ‘Bhalo Achhi Bhalo Theko’ earns praise

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.
1 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Nusraat Faria sings ‘Habibi’

Popular actress Nusraat Faria is all set to dazzle the audience with her new track “Habibi”, which will release tomorrow (November 2).
1 November 2021, 09:07 AM

Zayn Malik pleads no contest to harassing Gigi Hadid, mom

Musician Zayn Malik has pleaded no contest to charges that he harassed his girlfriend — supermodel Gigi Hadid — and her reality TV star mother during a violent Sept. 29 argument at the family’s home outside Philadelphia.
30 October 2021, 07:20 AM

Nusraat Faria’s ‘Habibi’ to arrive before Diwali

Popular actress turned singer Nusraat Faria Mazhar is coming up with her latest track “Habibi”.
24 October 2021, 10:49 AM

Eight years without music maestro Manna Dey

On this day of 2013, Manna Dey breathed his last, making the end of an era. Born in Kolkata on May 1,1919, Prabodh Chandra Dey, known by his stage name Manna Dey, was an internationally acclaimed Indian playback singer, music director, and Indian classical vocalist.
24 October 2021, 10:42 AM

Mohammad Asafuddowla pens sensational raag-based lyrics for Piu Mukherjee

Ekushey Padak winning musician Mohammad Asafuddowla has written and composed beautiful raag based lyrics for Indian classical vocalist Piu Mukherjee.
23 October 2021, 10:47 AM

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