Eight years after the death of legendary Bangladeshi musician Ayub Bachchu, his musical legacy continues to resonate with audiences. Now, fans have a fresh reason to look forward to hearing more of his work, as around 200 unreleased songs by the celebrated singer and guitarist remain in the possession of the AB Foundation. His wife, […]

American pop star and actress Selena Gomez has revealed that vaping has affected her voice, sharing her personal experience to highlight the challenges of nicotine addiction. Her remarks have renewed attention to the potential health risks of vaping, particularly among young people, who are increasingly drawn to the habit. Gomez said there was a period […]

The extraordinary life and musical journey of Ayub Bachchu—one of Bangladesh’s most revered guitar virtuosos and rock pioneers—holds all the hallmarks of a compelling feature film, according to prominent lyricist and music producer Asif Iqbal. Speaking at a memorial gathering held in Moghbazar, Dhaka, to mark the musician’s eighth death anniversary, Iqbal asserted that Bachchu’s […]

The formal observances of the sadhus’ gathering marking the 136th death anniversary of mystic philosopher Fakir Lalon Shah have concluded at Lalon Akhra in Cheuriya, Kumarkhali, Kushtia. The rituals ended on Sunday afternoon with the traditional ceremony known as ‘Purnaseba’, after which sadhus, fakirs and Baul practitioners who had travelled from different parts of Bangladesh […]

Popular Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar, widely known as the ‘Prince of Bangla Music’, has lent his voice to a new song written and composed by lyricist and composer Mahbubul Khalid. Titled Sakhi Tui Ki Tel Makish Chule (‘Dear Girl, Do You Oil Your Hair?’), the romantic number explores love, beauty and the fascination one person […]

Indian National Film Award-winning singer Iman Chakraborty has accused staff of American Airlines of mistreating her and her accompanying musicians at Dallas Airport, claiming they were prevented from boarding a flight despite holding valid boarding passes. Chakraborty and her team were travelling to New Jersey to perform at a Durga Puja event when they encountered […]

Emerging singer-songwriter Rodoshi Isfar Fatemi is carving out a distinct niche for pop music in Bangladesh, captivating audiences with her latest single, ‘Arektu’. The track, an intimate portrayal of love and heartfelt longing, has struck a chord with listeners across the country since its release on her official YouTube channel on 28 September. Within two […]

‘Time once lost will not return for spiritual practice.’ ‘Worship humanity, and you will become a person of gold.’ These timeless lines reflect the philosophy of Fakir Lalon Shah, the celebrated Baul mystic widely known as Lalon Sai. His songs, rooted in the folk traditions of Bengal, carry a profound message: the search for truth […]

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to bring a major music and cultural festival to Abu Dhabi in 2027, with some of India’s most popular singers expected to take the stage. Titled UNIFYD, the one-day event will be held on 20 March 2027 at Etihad Live on Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates. […]

The culturally rich region of Nilphamari is in mourning following the demise of Farooq Bhuiyan, a distinguished folk singer, composer, and lyricist whose evocative voice captivated audiences across Bangladesh for over three decades. The acclaimed artist breathed his last at approximately 6:00 am on Wednesday, 14 October, whilst undergoing treatment for cardiac complications at Rangpur […]