We don't have enough women in the Bangladeshi music scene: Sohini Alam

Among many talented artistes being featured at the upcoming WOW festival, this will be the first time that British-Bangladeshi band "Khiyo" would be performing in the country.
23 February 2023, 05:50 AM

His works need to be digitally archived: Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s daughter

Some of his masterpieces are "Achhen Amar Moktar", "Ektara Tui Desh Er Kotha Bol Re Ebar Bol", "Ganer Khatay Swaralipi Likhe", "Shudhu Gaan Geye Porichoy", "Ei Mon Tomake Dilam", "Chokher Nojor Emni Koira", among countless others.
22 February 2023, 15:15 PM

Jimin's 'Face' teaser tantalises

BigHit Music announced BTS' Jimin's first solo album, "Face" on Tuesday. The entertainment company also shared a teaser and the album's release date on Weverse. "Face" will be available for streaming on March 24. 
22 February 2023, 05:39 AM

Sonu Nigam gets attacked in concert

Recently, Sonu Nigam was attacked and abused during a selfie scuffle as a politician's son tried to force a selfie with the singer.  The "Kal Ho Na Ho" singer was performing in Chembur yesterday night when a man identified as Swapnil Prakash Phaterpekar attacked him and his team over a selfie. Sonu's guru Ghulam Mustafa Khan's son and close aid Rabbani Khan, as well as his bodyguard, were also injured in the brawl.
21 February 2023, 06:08 AM

'TSC to Madison Square Garden' : Chirkutt to celebrate 20 years with concert

Popular Bangla fusion band Chirkutt has created waves with its music on both local and international platforms. The band has given the audiences popular tracks including “Doyal”, “Bondhu”, among others. Chirkutt has come a long way and to thank their fans- they will be arranging their 20th anniversary concert at TSC.
21 February 2023, 06:01 AM

My artistic life feels worthwhile, when I sing for our language martyrs: Rafiqul Alam

In a candid conversation with the Daily Star, Rafiqul Alam shared his thoughts on International Mother Language Day, and more.
21 February 2023, 03:00 AM

The appeal of small-scale acoustic concerts

The biggest selling point behind these shows lies in their interactive nature.
20 February 2023, 15:00 PM

Ken Andrews plays for Nafeez Al Amin's song

Nafeez, who now resides in The USA, is the drummer for the extremely popular band, Arbovirus. He also owns Beshi Joss customs, which is the premiere custom instrument maker in Bangladesh.
20 February 2023, 04:07 AM

Kanye bags no 1 spot on '50 Genuinely Horrible Albums By Brilliant Artists’ list

Kanye has topped the Rolling Stone's list for his 2018 release 'Ye'. Unfortunately, the popular magazine has declared the song to be the most disastrous in popular music history.
19 February 2023, 05:20 AM

Music maestro Vijay Kichlu is no more

Along with establishing the ITC Sangeet Research Academy, he was also a master of classical Indian music in genres- Dhrupad and Khayal.
18 February 2023, 10:13 AM

'Shonar Bangla Circus' to perform in India today

The popular band will perform in Kolkata till February 25. They will play their first show at Presidency University while later at night, the band will take to the Calbunka fest stage. 
18 February 2023, 04:59 AM

Riad Hasan: From Kalurghat to Coke Studio Bangla

Written and composed by Riad Hasan, “Murir Tin” is quite different from anything else Coke Studio Bangla has ventured into.
17 February 2023, 13:15 PM

No point in accusing Tahsan and I, when production house is liable: Shusmita Anis

“I worked with the director, Aga Nahiyan Ahmed, many-a-times before. He is an exceptionally talented worker, and its unexpected that he’d make such a video, without even informing us of his ‘inspiration’.”
16 February 2023, 10:54 AM

Kumar Bishwajit provides latest updates on son’s condition

Legendary singer Kumar Bishwajit, along with his wife Naima Sultana, had rushed to Canada after receiving news of their son’s road accident.
16 February 2023, 10:10 AM

Rihanna accused of being a ‘devil worshipper’

After Sam Smith, Rihanna has now been accused of being a 'devil worshipper' after her Super Bowl performance.
16 February 2023, 09:57 AM

An outpouring of love and prayers for Kumar Bishwajit’s son

Since the news of the accident made headlines, many people have come forward to express their love and send their prayers for Kumar Nibir
16 February 2023, 06:00 AM

Sting to get highest Ivors honour at songwriting awards

"Of all the awards in the world of music, The Ivors are for me, the most prestigious. Songwriting is a skilled craft and The Ivors Academy are its guild," Sting, 71, said in a statement.
16 February 2023, 04:15 AM

Kumar Bishwajit’s son in critical condition, requires extensive surgery

The singer has asked his fans for their best wishes and prayers for his son.
15 February 2023, 13:48 PM

The song which took Nancy 4 hours to record

While talking about the music, the singer said that it was quite a challenging song as it took her 4 hours to record the entire thing.
15 February 2023, 10:15 AM

Did not know about the plagiarism; I am utterly disappointed: Tahsan

“This is very demoralising for me, that too on a song in which I collaborated with Minar. This is a person that I did two albums for, more than a decade back – it was supposed to be a heartfelt moment”.
15 February 2023, 10:14 AM