Milton Khondokar, the legendary Bangladeshi lyricist and composer celebrated for creating some of the country’s most enduring musical hits, has been hospitalised in Dhaka. The veteran musician was admitted to a private medical facility in the capital at around 11:00 am today following a prolonged battle with severe physical ailments. Khondokar himself confirmed the news […]

Two of Bangladesh’s most celebrated rock bands, Arthohin and Artcell, are set to usher in a new chapter in their musical journeys when they return to the stage with revamped line-ups at the upcoming Overload Festival. The concert, organised by Live Wave Entertainment, will be held on 10 July at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre […]

Speaking about the upcoming musical journey, Imran said he and his band will leave Dhaka on 21 July and return on 29 September. Around 15 concerts have already been confirmed, while discussions are continuing with organisers to add more shows to the itinerary. The singer described international performances as particularly meaningful because they provide an […]

Saturday marks the 15th death anniversary of Shafiur Rahman, a pioneering figure in the promotion of Shuddha Sangeet (pure music) in Bangladesh, whose lifelong dedication played a significant role in preserving and advancing the country’s classical music tradition. As the founder and lifelong General Secretary of the Shuddha Sangeet Proshar Goshti, Shafiur Rahman devoted himself […]

The annual celebration of World Music Day has officially commenced at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy premises with traditional drum-beating (dhak-dhol) performances and a colourful rally, completely defying the seasonal Asharh rain. The loud drumming and vibrant procession created a lively atmosphere across the academy grounds, marking the first day of the scheduled two-day cultural festival. […]

The internationally recognised vocalist EJ, widely celebrated for her contribution to the hit track ‘Golden’, has officially shared details regarding a significant milestone in her personal life. The singer, who provided the singing voice for the character Rumi in the popular Netflix animated feature film K-Pop: Demon Hunters, has confirmed that she is scheduled to […]

The Ministry of Cultural Affairs has officially extended institutional support to the folk singer Laila Baul, who achieved widespread digital prominence across social media platforms for her vocal performances. As formal recognition of her artistic commitment and musical contributions, the government department has allocated financial assistance totalling 300,000 Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) to support her ongoing […]

The prominent Bollywood music director and composer, Pritam Chakraborty, has become the subject of intense discussion across social media platforms following a recent public statement. A message posted by the artist on his official social media channel has generated widespread speculation among his followers and industry observers regarding his long-term professional plans. Cryptic Birthday Message […]

Faruq Mahfuz Anam, universally known by his stage name James and celebrated as the frontman of the legendary rock band ‘Nagarbaul’, is set to grace the international stage once again. The iconic Bangladeshi playback singer, guitarist, and songwriter is embarking on an extensive European tour spanning nearly two months. This highly anticipated international venture will […]

The expatriate Bangladeshi vocalist and professional medical doctor, Dr Shampa Dewan, has officially released her latest musical project, a track titled “Premer Biggapon” (Advertisement of Love). Despite residing abroad, Dr Dewan has maintained a consistent and active practice in music production, regularly creating and delivering new compositions to her audience. Her latest release features a […]