Music competition commemorating singer Khalid begins in North America

By May 15, the interested participants can send a video of a Bengali modern song, band, or folk song. Registration is already open. Participants can send a video of themselves singing a Bengali cover song (real-time) with or without an instrument to TV Metro Mail. Using a music track is also accepted.
23 April 2024, 10:47 AM

Rezwana Choudhury Bannya receives Padma Shri from India’s president

Legendary Rabindra Sangeet exponent Rezwana Choudhury Bannya was awarded India's fourth highest civilian honour, the Padma Shri, by India’s President Draupadi Murmu.
23 April 2024, 05:08 AM

‘Shanti Amar’: Lisan and The Blindmen’s latest on nostalgia and lost love

Local music band Lisan and The Blindmen has recently released their third track, "Shanti Amar", a bittersweet serenade, blending melancholic yet melodious verses that reminisce on faded memories of love.
22 April 2024, 14:21 PM

From Cher to Ozzy Osbourne: 2024 list of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees

Cher, Osbourne, Foreigner, Frampton, and Kool & the Gang are being honoured after their first appearance on the ballot. This marks Osbourne's second induction into the Rock Hall, following his earlier induction as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006.
22 April 2024, 05:16 AM

Tashfee on conjuring ‘Aaj Tumi Nei’

In an interview with the Daily Star, the songstress delves into the inspiration behind her composition and sheds light on the creative process behind the beautiful music video.
21 April 2024, 14:47 PM

Kurt Cobain’s daughter, Frances, pens heartfelt note to father

"I wish I could've known my Dad. I wish I knew the cadence of his voice, how he liked his coffee or the way it felt to be tucked in after a bedtime story. I always wondered if he would've caught tadpoles with me during the muggy Washington summers or if he smelled of Camel Lights & strawberry Nesquik (his favourites, I've been told)."
21 April 2024, 14:27 PM

Classical musicians Ebadul Huq Shaikat, Abhishek Biswas enthral audience at ‘Praner Khela’ 

The event commenced at 6:30pm with a captivating rendition of raga Yaman by Abhishek Biswas on flute, setting a serene atmosphere for the audience. Following suit, Ebadul Huq Shaikat mesmerised the audience with his masterful rendition of raga Shuddha Kalyan on sitar, showcasing his virtuosity and profound understanding of classical music, according to a press release by Bengal Foundation.
21 April 2024, 14:08 PM

Remembering Lucky Akhand: A musical maestro of Bangladesh

As we journey through his life and musical endeavours, we pay homage to the trailblazer who continues to inspire and resonate with audiences long after his departure seven years ago on this day in 2017.
21 April 2024, 11:14 AM

Taylor Swift’s new album breaks Spotify record

Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department" (TTPD), dropped on April 19, causing a frenzy amongst her millions of fans.
21 April 2024, 05:04 AM

Record Store Day: Bringing back the vintage era

World Record Store Day was founded by Chris Brown, who owned American Bull Moose Music, and Eric Levine, the owner of Criminal Records. Thanks to their collaboration, the inaugural World Record Store Day took place in 2007. Since then, it has become a globally recognised and celebrated event.
20 April 2024, 12:59 PM

Dalchhut releases new album in honour of Sanjeeb Chowdhury

Dalchhut, the renowned band formed under the leadership of Sanjeeb Chowdhury in 1996, is set to release a new album titled “Sanjeeb,” in honour of its founding member.
20 April 2024, 06:01 AM

‘Kritrim Jogot’: First Bangla AI-generated music album

He also shared that the album title has been inspired by the integration of AI and the real world. The main attraction of the album is the AI artiste Izak. Kazi Ahmed mentioned that the name was chosen as a tribute to Sir Isaac Newton.
19 April 2024, 12:51 PM

Barbra Streisand records new song for TV series 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz'

Renowned singer and EGOT-winner Barbra Streisand has crafted a new song titled "Love Will Survive" for the upcoming Peacock television series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz." This announcement comes as Streisand's first-ever recording for a television series, reflecting her deep connection to the historical themes and modern relevance of the show.
19 April 2024, 07:52 AM

Nachiketa and Joy Shahriar team up for new song

Nachiketa and Joy Shahriar have collaborated on a new song titled "Arektibar bacho," released today by Aajob Records. The song, penned by Tanbir Sajib and composed by Joy Shahriar, features a music video directed by Joy Shahriar himself, with cinematography by Joy Shahriar and Jahid Hassan.
19 April 2024, 06:49 AM

Taylor Swift drops secret double album via ‘The Tortured Poets Department’

Love and poetry converge as Taylor Swift unveils her 11th studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department” (TTPD), a creation she teased with a surprise announcement at the 2024 Grammys. This musical venture signals a daring new era, enveloped in a captivating black-and-white aesthetic reminiscent of tortured poets, inkwells, and midnight contemplations.
19 April 2024, 06:16 AM

‘Remembering Khalid’: A music evening in honour of the legend

A solemn musical evening titled “Remembering Khalid” to pay tribute to Khalid Anwar Saifullah, a prominent figure in the Bangla band music scene is set to take place at Shoparjito Shadhinota, Dhaka University, on April 19, 2024, from 5 pm to 9 pm.
18 April 2024, 07:02 AM

Musician Pagol Hasan killed in road accident

In a tragic accident in Sunamganj's Chhatak, a head-on collision between a bus and a CNG-powered auto-rickshaw resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including popular musician Pagol Hasan.
18 April 2024, 04:53 AM

Oli Louis: The Nigerian man who fell in love with Bangla music

His rendition of "Shada Shada Kala Kala" marked a turning point, garnering widespread acclaim and affirming his belief that Bangladeshis would embrace him as one of their own if he pursued Bangla music wholeheartedly.
17 April 2024, 18:09 PM

John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s sons collaborate for new single ‘Primrose Hill’

The iconic songwriting duo Lennon-McCartney sees a revival, albeit through the musical talents of the Beatles’ offspring. James McCartney, son of Paul McCartney, collaborates with Sean Ono Lennon, John Lennon’s son, on "Primrose Hill", a reflective acoustic piece with a mellow rhythm and introspective guitar solos.
17 April 2024, 12:07 PM

Souls band members embark on US tour

In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh's renowned band Souls, members are currently touring the United States. The journey kicked off amidst the festivities of the Boishakhi Mela held in Miami on April 14.
17 April 2024, 06:19 AM