Prof Das will receive the award for his contributions to Rabindranath Tagore research, while Bulbul Islam is being recognised for his work in Rabindra Sangeet.

To mark the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, legendary Bangladeshi band Souls has released a special rendition of the iconic song “Megh Boleche Jabo Jabo Ebar”, featuring vocals by Partha Barua. The track premiered on the band’s YouTube channel and Spotify on Thursday (May 7) at 5:00pm.

It is easier to preserve the grand aesthetics of Tagore than to confront the difficult ones. Rabindra Sangeet survives in carefully rehearsed cadence, quotations circulate endlessly online, and institutions commemorate him with ritual precision.

The classic and widely cherished Tagore composition has been reintroduced to contemporary listeners through a modern musical arrangement.

Deaf, isolated and tormented, Beethoven created a work more than two centuries ago that still speaks with startling urgency

The report also stated that Jackson currently leads on Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube, Shazam and Deezer, while narrowly trailing Bieber on Spotify.

Organised with support from the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the event will feature Rabindra Sangeet, dance, recitations, discussions, theatre productions and an art exhibition dedicated to the Nobel laureate poet.

Legendary Bangladeshi singer Runa Laila has dismissed rumours surrounding her death, calling them “strange misinformation” after false reports spread widely across social media following an event in Delhi.

Popular Bangladeshi band Ashes has announced a staggered release strategy for its upcoming music, confirming that new songs will be unveiled every 15 days as part of two albums — “Bivrom” and “Danahin Pakhi”.

Married since 1993, the two have built parallel careers in music and dance but have not previously appeared together as co-performers. Munmun Ahmed said the idea grew from audience interest in seeing a joint presentation. “We understand each other well. This kind of collaboration can create a distinct stage experience,” she said.

With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, anticipation is building around the release of “Malik”, starring Arifin Shuvoo. Adding to the buzz, the film has already wrapped shooting for its vibrant item number “Gulguli Pitha” at the FDC.

A heartwarming family video of popular band icon James, widely known as Nagar Baul, has gone viral on social media, showing the musician teaching his young son Jibran Anam how to play the drums.

Bangladeshi band Odd Signature is set to unveil its first album “Jogotmoncho” at a solo concert in Chattogram on May 15.

Organised by the Bangladesh Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Sangstha, the 37th edition of the festival will take place at the Liberation War Museum auditorium in Agargaon. Preparations are now in their final stage, with artists engaged in regular rehearsals.

Pop star Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, authorities confirmed on Thursday (April 30).

Now, fresh off the release of “2nd Nayok”, a collaboration with Nuhash Humayun, the indomitable composer-turned-actor looks to return to his roots as the poster boy of Bangla independent hits.

After nearly ten years of anticipation, Bangladeshi band Ashes has released its new track “Feriwala”, the fourth song from its album “Bivrom”.

The concert titled “Indie Fest”, featuring artistes from Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, has been rescheduled after being postponed last month due to lack of administrative clearance.

Titled “Ki Ragini Bajale”, the book was formally unveiled on Thursday evening at the Chhayanaut Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi. The event featured musical performances, readings and discussions that revisited her enduring cultural influence.

Singer and music producer Pritom Hasan has unveiled the music video for his song “2nd Nayok”. Released yesterday, the video portrays Pritom as a lovesick second lead, longing for the attention of the woman he loves.