The deal concludes years of negotiations and legal disputes between key band members, including Roger Waters, David Gilmour, and Nick Mason, along with the estates of keyboardist Richard Wright and original singer-songwriter Syd Barrett.

After a long hiatus, four iconic bands from the 90s are set to share the stage once again. The much-anticipated concert, titled “Dhaka Retro,” will bring together Nagar Baul, Ark, Miles, and Dalchhut for a memorable night of melodies.

An opera night in Dhaka might seem a bit of an oxymoron, but contradictions can often coexist. Such was the case on the evening of last Friday (September 30), when “Melodies of Vienna” unfolded, featuring opera singer Soprano Mila Janevska and pianist Silvia Vaterl in the capital.

Tony Buzbee, a Texas-based lawyer, revealed that he is representing 120 alleged victims, with the cases spanning from 1991 to 2023. Of these victims, 25 were minors at the time of the alleged abuse, marking the first time Combs has been accused of child sexual abuse.

Originally being among the “Big Three” that popularised rock music in Bangladesh, he has long transcended his status as a musician to become a true cultural icon. The sheer response he derives out of any crowd, in any place and in any situation testifies his ever-lasting popularity among both avid music lovers and casual fans. Indeed, there can only be one 'Guru' and at the moment, it is none other than James.

Coldplay has officially revealed their plans to retire from making music albums, announcing that the band will stop after their 12th studio release. In an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, frontman Chris Martin shared that the British band’s 10th album is set to be released on October 4, with just two more albums planned before their retirement from the studio.

The 31-year-old rapper, whose real name is Min Yoon-gi, was charged in August after police discovered him intoxicated and attempting to stand up after falling from his scooter near his residence in Seoul. His blood alcohol content was reported to be 0.227%, well above South Korea's legal limit of 0.08%, as confirmed by the authorities.

Earlier this year, in March 2023, guitarist Shisir Ahmed also departed from the band, and later, guitarist Jahin Rashid joined the lineup. The current band members—Sumon on vocals, Mark Don on drums, and Jahin Rashid on guitar and keyboards—continue to keep Aurthohin thriving with fresh energy and talent.

Niloy Das's guitar skills were unparalleled, and he was celebrated as one of Bangladesh's top guitarists. His journey into the world of music was not limited to a single genre; instead, he ventured into non-classical genres, drawing inspiration from renowned guitarists like Ritchie Blackmore and Randy Rhoads. His passion for the guitar was evident in every note he played, and it left an everlasting impression on those who had the privilege of hearing his music.

It is rather telling of the people when the army has to show up because of how people behave at a concert. “They brought an international band to a mall to perform,” said Sakib, who had attended the concert with high hopes. “It was a total joke. Organisers started taking selfies with the band mid-show, while Jal had to ask 20 times for a light to be turned off.”  

British rock band Coldplay’s highly anticipated concerts in Mumbai have turned into a nightmare for fans, as tickets are being resold at outrageous prices. Originally priced between Rs 2,500 and Rs 12,000, some tickets are now being resold for as much as Rs 900,000 ($10,800). The frenzy erupted after over 10 million fans vied for just 180,000 tickets on BookMyShow (BMS), leading to site crashes and long queues.

The night was a celebration of rock music, marking the 20th anniversary of Jal's debut album "Adat", and the gathering of legends. Scroll through the album to catch glimpses of the night.

Ethun Babu, most known for composing the all-time hit “O Priya Tumi Kothay”, was prosecuted by the previous government for merely voicing out his political opinions.

The "Legends of the Decade" concert, initially scheduled for last Friday, was cancelled due to heavy rain. However, the event set to feature performances by the Pakistani band Jal alongside Bangladeshi bands Aurthohin, Vikings, and Conclusion has been rescheduled to take place today with a change of venue.

Lana Del Rey has tied the knot with alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene, showing that love can truly be an adventure! The 39-year-old singer and her Louisiana partner officially wed in a private ceremony attended by family and friends in Des Allemandes, Louisiana, according to PageSix.

Inspired by Shakespeare’s “King Lear”, “Aro Ekta Lear” is set to premiere in November, and Dutt believes it’s the perfect piece to bring his theatrical career full circle. “When I perform this play in November, I will be 71 years old,” Dutt said in an interview with an Indian newspaper. “I don’t see myself just as a director. I act in the plays I direct. At my age, the physical demands of theatre are becoming too much, so I thought it was time to make this decision.”

Regarding their latest release, Apeiruss said, "This is a song about grief. We tried to blend grief with serious, overpowering electronic music. This is by far one of our most complicated songs. We have tried our best to pour our hearts and knowledge into this. Ritu bhai did proper justice to the song with his precise vocals. We hope everyone loves this track."

Mumtaz spoke with palpable excitement about returning to Bangladesh. "We are going to perform in Bangladesh after over a decade," he said, his eyes twinkling with nostalgia. "All Jal fans are probably grown up now, like me," he added with a chuckle. "But still they remember all the songs, it's so overwhelming for us to come here again and receive such a heartwarming welcome."

Bengal Parampara Sangeetalaya is celebrating its 10th anniversary with "Sunad," a two-day annual classical music festival. The festival, which began on September 26th and continues on September 27th, 2024 (Thursday and Friday), offers a rich showcase of classical music performances, starting at 6:30 PM each evening at Bengal Shilpalay.

Zakia Bari Mamo, a name synonymous with award-winning acting, is now exploring a new creative avenue—music. While audiences have long admired her for her National Award-winning performance in “Daruchini Dwip” and her role in “Chuye Dile Mon”, Mamo has recently surprised fans with her musical debut.