“Local jazz scene is growing and has mainstream potential”

Popular Jazz band ‘Imran Ahmed Trio’ will be soon releasing their album titled ‘Imran Ahmed Trio: Live in Warsaw’ from the Slovakian label ‘Hevhetia’. The 20-year-old label has released more than 280 albums so far and is one of the most active jazz labels in Central Europe.
17 September 2021, 06:49 AM

Rock Icon Ayub Bachchu’s daughter to join “Jibon Jekhane Jemon”

Fairuz Saffra Ayub, the daughter of legendary musician Ayub Bachchu, is set to appear in the 78th episode of Tanvit Tarek’s show “Jibon Jekhane Jemon”. This is the first time Fairuz will be seen in a live show.
17 September 2021, 06:40 AM

Winners of 2021 K-POP World Festival Bangladesh audition awarded

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Dhaka awarded the six winners of the 2021 K-pop World Festival Bangladesh audition yesterday through a grand event, read a press release.
16 September 2021, 04:06 AM

Renowned singer and anchor Alif Alauddin hospitalised

Popular singer-songwriter and television host Alif Alauddin has been hospitalised at the city’s Bangladesh Specialized Hospital, informs her husband and noted musician Kazi Faisal Ahmed. She is the daughter of renowned musician Alauddin Ali.
13 September 2021, 11:10 AM

Protic Hasan, Ibrar Tipu to judge ‘Young Star’

Popular private TV channel RTV has launched a new music reality show for young people, titled “Young Star”.
13 September 2021, 09:53 AM

Kona and Imran collaborate with Emon Shaha on ‘Dewa’

Dilshad Nahar Kona and Imran Mahmudul are a brilliant duo, who have worked on many hit songs together. Recently, they collaborated for the government granted film, “Golui”. The duo have voiced the song, “Dewa” by noted composer Emon Shaha.
13 September 2021, 08:38 AM

Remembering Shah Abdul Karim on his 12th death anniversary

Be it in buses, the radio, or on i-pods, Shah Abdul Karim’s songs have always managed to make it to the playlist of almost every Bangla-speaking listener. His simple and life-based lyrics, paired with the tabla, harmonium, and dhol still echo in the ears of his audience. Today marks the 12th death anniversary of the cherished Baul musician Shah Abdul Karim.
12 September 2021, 13:20 PM

James and Prince Mahmud's ‘Baba’ garners praise and respect in Kolkata

“Baba” is a timeless masterpiece composed by eminent composer and lyricist Prince Mahmud, voiced by none other than ‘guru’ James. The song has a special place in the hearts of all Bengali speaking people, on both sides of the border. A recent performance of the song in reality show Dance Bangla Dance, has made the song viral yet again.  
11 September 2021, 12:15 PM

In conversation with Kanak Chapa

Renowned singer Kanak Chapa has kept her devoted listeners mesmerised through many evergreen songs. She has been honoured with National Film Awards for best playback singing in her successful career spanning over four decades. 
11 September 2021, 09:18 AM

‘Aurthohin came back for you’

It is rare for a musician to receive the level irrevocable and unconditional love from the fans that Saidus Salehin Khaled, popularly known Bassbaba Sumon, has accumulated in his illustrious career. A bona fide legend in Bangladesh’s band music industry, he is a virtuoso on the bass guitar, earning him the moniker of Bassbaba. The beloved Aurthohin frontman has beaten cancer, and recently, a deadly spinal injury after spending the better part of three years in tremendous pain while in recovery. Now, the musician is back on track, fueled by the love of his fans, and his passion for music – as he talks to The Daily Star for more.
11 September 2021, 07:44 AM

Sporshia to feature in Puja’s ‘Ashchey Ma Durga’

Ahead of Durga Puja, popular singer Badhon Sarker Puja recently shot the music video for her single’ Ashchey Ma Durga’.
7 September 2021, 11:16 AM

Remembering ‘Polly Samrat’ Abdul Alim on his 47th death anniversary

‘Polly Samrat’ Abdul Alim ruled over the music industry with his humble and down-to-earth melodies. In his long and illustrious career, the artiste had many memorable songs to his credit, including Ei Je Duniya Kishero Lagia", "Shorbonasha Padma Nodi", and "Holudia Pakhi Shonar Boron", among others.
5 September 2021, 08:32 AM

Swedish superstars Abba set to unveil 'sensational' musical comeback

They famously vowed never to reform, to the disappointment of their legions of fans. But nearly four decades after disbanding, Swedish superstars Abba are on Thursday (Sept 2) expected to announce a "sensational comeback" collaboration.
2 September 2021, 12:17 PM

Elton John set to release lockdown album featuring Stevie Wonder, Miley Cyrus

 Elton John collaborated with a diverse group of celebrated musicians on his forthcoming album, which he made during the coronavirus lockdowns. Titled “The Lockdown Sessions”, the album is expected to be released on October 22. It features Dua Lipa, Stevie Wonder, Lil Nas X, Stevie Nicks, Gorillaz, Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder, rappers Young Thug and Nicki Minaj, country singer Brandi Carlile, among others.
2 September 2021, 07:27 AM

Lawyer: Britney Spears ‘will not be extorted’ by father

Britney Spears and her new attorney say her father is trying to get about $2 million in payments before stepping down from the conservatorship that controls her life and money, a move they liken to extortion in a court filing Tuesday.
1 September 2021, 05:56 AM

Review: A revival for Kanye West on divorce album ‘Donda’

Kanye West donned a full face mask to host three livestreamed listening parties for his 10th studio album. Beyond that, he didn’t say a word, or even tweet. After years of alienating longtime fans with forays into conservative politics and sometimes exhausting media spectacle, pop’s King of All Controversy mostly let the music speak for him when unveiling “Donda.”
31 August 2021, 06:35 AM

Kanye West’s “Donda” Has Arrived

One of his most personal and well-orchestrated albums to date.
30 August 2021, 10:59 AM

Unreleased tracks by Michael Jackson to drop soon?

In an interview with The Sun, Michael Jackson’s brother, Tito, announced that new music featuring Michael’s never before heard tracks will be recorded and released by his siblings.
30 August 2021, 07:34 AM

Swedish band ABBA teases first new music in nearly 40 years

Fans have been asking ABBA for new music for nearly 40 years — and judging by a cryptic new social media post, it seems the band might finally be ready to deliver.
30 August 2021, 07:10 AM

Remembering ‘Earth Song’ on MJ’s birthday

Today marks what would have been Michael Jackson’s 63rd birthday. The King of Pop, the Moonwalker—his music still continues to speak the untold and inspire musicians and activists around the world. Besides his dance anthems like 'Billie Jean' or 'Smooth Criminal', and his ballads like 'You Are Not Alone' or 'She's Out of My Life', he dedicated several tracks evokes social awareness.
29 August 2021, 12:45 PM