Nearly half a century after his untimely death on 16 August 1977, the legacy of Elvis Presley continues to define modern global popular culture. Universally acclaimed as “The King”, the American music icon fundamentally transformed sound, fashion, and stage performance before passing away at his Graceland estate in Memphis, Tennessee, at just 42 years of […]

Nearly half a century after his untimely death, the name Elvis Presley requires no introduction. On 16 August 1977, the global entertainment landscape lost its most captivating performer when Presley died at his Graceland estate in Memphis, Tennessee, at the age of just 42. Decades on, he remains universally hailed as ‘The King’. The moniker […]

A seminal duet by Bangladeshi vocalists Imran Mahmudul and Sabrina Porshi has achieved a rare milestone in the nation’s digital music landscape. First released in 2017, the hit track Janam Janam officially crossed 100 million views on YouTube on Friday, cementing its status as an enduring romantic classic that successfully bridged the transition from physical […]

Renowned singer Lucky Ali, an iconic figure of the 1990s independent music scene, left fans deeply moved during a recent concert after making a poignant personal reflection on mortality and his spiritual readiness for death. Known for his distinctive voice and soulful melodies, the 67-year-old musician paused his performance to share an intimate practice with […]

The Bengali music landscape continues to flourish as vibrant cross-border collaborations bring fresh perspectives and dynamic energy to contemporary pop culture. In her latest musical endeavor, promising Bangladeshi songstress Nishi Sraboni has joined hands with Kolkata’s acclaimed vocalist Akash Sen to present a spirited new duet titled “Premik 420.” This partnership bridges the musical traditions […]

American pop superstar Katy Perry has voiced sharp condemnation against the Trump administration following the unauthorised use of her chart-topping anthem “Firework” in an official social media video showcasing military strikes against targets in Iran. The controversy erupted after the official White House TikTok account published a video displaying footage of military engagements accompanied by […]

In one of the most remarkable coincidences in the history of South Asian arts, two of Bengal’s greatest musical icons shared not only a shared destiny as husband and wife, but also the exact same birth date. Tuesday, 28 July, marks the joint birth anniversary of the legendary composer Kamal Dasgupta and the celebrated Nazrul […]

Thousands of Bangladeshi expatriates gathered in Lisbon for an electric cultural showcase featuring legendary rock star James and film actor Zayed Khan. Organised by Casa do Bangladesh alongside local media platform Noticias Bangla, the marathon celebration turned the Portuguese capital into a lively hub of Bengali music and heritage. Directed by Roni Hossain, the event […]

The Bollywood music industry has been handed a major surprise with the unexpected announcement that India’s premier playback singer, Arijit Singh, is officially returning to the recording studio. The celebrated vocalist sent shockwaves through the entertainment world and devastated millions of fans earlier this year by abruptly announcing his retirement from commercial film music. However, […]