An evening of music at the Thikana Community Hub in Queens provided a revealing glimpse into the changing dynamics of New York City politics. Bangladeshi singer and composer Jon Kabir performed at a fundraising event for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, underscoring how cultural expression is increasingly being used as a vehicle for political mobilisation. Rather […]

The songs of the Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra occupy a unique place in Bangladesh’s history. Born amid war, displacement, and uncertainty, they helped define the emotional landscape of the Liberation War. More than fifty years later, these songs are being revived in a nationwide initiative that places young voices at the centre of remembrance. To […]

On 12 December, a special event titled “Apon Aloy Shahid Mahmud Jangi: Gane Gane Sattor” will celebrate the 70-year life and creative journey of eminent Bangladeshi lyricist Shahid Mahmud Jangi. His work defined the sound of Bangladeshi band music in the 1980s and 1990s. Jangi, who will turn 70 on 6 February 2026, is widely […]

Min Hee-jin, founder of OK Records and former CEO of ADOR, is preparing to hold a special closed audition this Sunday at a dance academy in Seoul. Her return to the K-pop scene has generated significant interest, and industry observers believe that this audition could signal the beginning of her next major creative venture—possibly the […]

Much of the golden age of Bangla music owes its brilliance to the words crafted by Gauriprasanna Majumdar. For more than five decades, his lyrics shaped the emotional landscape of Bangla songs—pieces that gained a life beyond melody, resonating deeply within listeners’ hearts across generations. Two of his works—Coffee House-er Sei Adda Ta and Muche […]

Dua Lipa Celebrates Latin Music Legends During Final Leg of Radical Optimism Tour During the culminating leg of her highly acclaimed Radical Optimism tour, Dua Lipa paid heartfelt tributes to several legendary Latin artists, captivating fans and earning admiration from the musicians themselves. The tour, which has been celebrated for its electrifying energy and genre-crossing […]

Taylor Swift’s Holiday Pop-Up Exhibit Draws Fans and Boosts Nashville Tourism Following the announcement of Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated pop-up exhibit, social media platforms were immediately ablaze with excitement. A video that quickly went viral on X showed eager fans lining up within minutes to secure tickets, underscoring the pop superstar’s extraordinary cultural and musical […]