Music

Why melody touches hearts before words ever can

Explore the deep evolution of music where melody precedes language, tracing back to prehistoric human communication. Profound compositions from Ustad Allauddin Khan and Walt Whitman showcase how harmonious lyrics elevate spiritual and emotional connection.
6 hour(s) ago

Fancy That: PinkPantheress shows less is more

What Fancy That ultimately demonstrates is something more interesting than simple artistic evolution: It shows an artist making peace with her own instincts.
8 June 2026, 16:41 PM

Armeen Musa breaks boundaries with music, theatre, and South Asian art

Trace Bangladeshi musician Armeen Musa’s transformative journey from Berklee and Coke Studio’s Deora to theatrical acting, embracing creative evolution and diverse South Asian identities to discover artistic freedom beyond conventional boundaries.
21 May 2026, 23:12 PM

Why jazz still feels unique in today’s music world

Master jazz improvisation, syncopation, and blue notes through the lens of New Orleans history. From Congo Square to Chicago, explore how African-American heritage transformed spirituals into global swing, bebop, and enduring musical art status.
30 April 2026, 20:14 PM

Why the world is talking about the BTS comeback album ARIRANG

BTS returns with ARIRANG, blending K-pop global influence with South Korea’s historical folk anthem. This UNESCO-recognized masterpiece symbolizes resilience and cultural identity, connecting Howard University’s 1896 wax cylinder recordings to modern musical heritage and stardom.
18 March 2026, 03:44 AM

What music lets us keep

Music has its own way of absorbing moments into its symphony, taking a delicately precise grasp of even the most prosaic sentiments of one's life and creating an artefact of an old, raw soul.
20 February 2026, 09:00 AM

Why many moms lean toward home remedies during pregnancy

Expectant mothers are embracing natural therapies like yoga, Ayurveda, acupressure, massage, and aromatherapy for safer, holistic pregnancy care. These traditional practices ease discomforts, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance, offering a nurturing path toward calm, confident motherhood.
15 October 2025, 10:18 AM

Ashwiner Cha Chakra: A tribute to singer Farida Parveen

Ashwiner Cha Chakra, an intimate tribute by Faiza Ahmed to Farida Parveen, blended memory, music, and vegan cuisine. Through simplicity, it honoured Lalon’s philosophy, creating a space for reflection and quiet reverence without formalities.
12 October 2025, 09:22 AM

From Saudi to Indonesia, music stays in Muslim countries’ classrooms

Academics say arts boost children’s intellectual growth and sustain heritage
18 September 2025, 15:45 PM

AK Ratul’s legacy will live on

Rest in power, AK Ratul. You will not be forgotten.
7 August 2025, 10:10 AM

Urban life got you down? Here’s how you can cope

In chaotic Dhaka, peace is possible through slow rickshaw rides, book cafés, reconnecting with friends, family get-togethers, childhood nostalgia, music therapy, and mindfulness — small joys that help urbanites recharge from everyday stress.
10 July 2025, 10:14 AM

How Daniel Rahman turned Radio Foorti into Bangladesh's youth phenomenon

Daniel Rahman pioneered the Bangladesh’s radio industry with Radio Foorti and gave Bangladeshi youth a platform that truly represented them by blending music and everyday street culture.
2 March 2025, 11:39 AM

RCBD: The man behind Dhaka’s electronic music revolution

It’s hard to picture the city’s nightlife without the thumping beats of electronic music that now energise its party scene. However, rewind to the late ‘90s and the scene didn’t exist. It all started with a group of youth known for crafting the perfect mixtapes for friends. One such individual, Ali Arsalan, now known as RCBD, went from curating birthday playlists to igniting a movement that would put Bangladesh on the global electronic music map.
23 September 2024, 12:12 PM

A new Linkin Park and an exciting new chapter for the band

Linkin Park returns with new vocalist Emily Armstrong.
7 September 2024, 06:41 AM

Rhymes, rebellion, and revolution

Movements leave an indelible mark on the psyche of the people, and thus, the culture. As people are pushed to the brink of intolerance through oppressive measures,
23 August 2024, 18:00 PM

Nachiketa on visiting Bangladesh amid curfew

Bangladesh recently witnessed a significant level of unrest due to the consequences of violent clashes which followed the quota reform movement. Over the past week, violence erupted across the country, especially turning the capital city into a battlefield. However, the situation is now being strictly monitored with the enforcement of curfews.
25 July 2024, 08:18 AM

‘Ajob Karkhana’: In search for the song of soul

Music is deeply connected with human emotions and often acts as therapy, which helps heal the mind and soul. Apart from listening to different forms of music, musical films is a popular genre in cinemas, where the narrative is highly depended on melody.
12 July 2024, 07:27 AM

Grateful for 60 years of love: Runa Laila

Runa Laila is a globally acclaimed artiste who has made her mark with various achievements including being honoured with the coveted Independence Award. This esteemed artiste, famed especially in the subcontinent, began her singing career 60 years ago, observing six decades in music today. 
23 June 2024, 18:05 PM

Atarashii Gakko!: A rebellious quartet redefining J-pop

The genre-defying girl group prides itself on feeding everything and anything into their music
13 June 2024, 06:00 AM

Yet another woeful birthday for Kumar Bishwajit

Legendary singer and composer Kumar Bishwajit is enduring another woeful birthday as his only child Nibir, remains hospitalised after a severe road accident. The renowned singer is anxiously awaiting Nibir’s quick recovery.  
1 June 2024, 08:05 AM