Sadi Mohammad Shahnewaz

In remembrance of the historic March 7 speech by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the Joy Bangla Concert 2019 set off amidst spectacular enthusiasm at the Bangladesh Army Stadium yesterday.

At first glance, Tushar Hasan will not strike you as an artiste, as he nonchalantly smiles throughout his day-to-day activities at his corporate job.

The spearhead behind numerous hit songs as a part of the famed Studio 58, Arafat Mohsin Nidhi's pedigree as a musician extends far

A graduate from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Unversity of Development Alternative (UODA), Kabya Karim is a standout performer among the young cover artists in the Ekushey Boi Mela.

As an artiste, Shusmita Anis personifies discipline and drive. Hailing from the same family as legendary singers Kamal Dasgupta and Firoza Begum, the multi-talented singer has created her own identity with her excellence in Nazrul Sangeet and modern Bangla songs. Acting as the managing director of one of the country's leading pharmaceutical companies, the accomplished artiste talks to The Daily Star about her latest releases, musical philosophy, and more.

Singer/songwriter and cartoonist Minar Rahman looked visibly excited when he entered The Daily Star premises on the day his first book, 'Rudraebong tar grand piano' launched at the Ekushey Boi Mela, from Barshadupur. Here is what the debutant writer has to say about his latest creation.

With a noteworthy singing career of seven national and international awards, Kamal Ahmed also holds the important position of Director of Programme at Bangladesh Betar, a cultural pillar of the country. Finding his comfort zone in Rabindra Sangeet, the ever-passionate musician keeps expanding his repertoire. He has16 versatile albums of different genres to his credit. The artiste talks to The Daily Star about his latest albums, musical philosophy, and more.

A graduate from the Faculty of Fine Arts (FFA), University of Dhaka, Sadatuddin Ahmed Amil started scribbling art since he was a child.

Primarily a seasoned painter, Shohag Parvez is also a well-known cover artist, who has done close to a hundred illustrations this year for the Ekushey Boi Mela.

Arunendu Das, a pioneer in Bangla alternative songwriting, passed away in London on February 3 at the age of 81. He played an integral part in composing music for Moheener Ghoraguli, in the band's later years.

Kaiser Ahmed was born in Bangladesh, but soon moved to Michigan, USA with his family. He went to Chicago in 2004 to join the theatre community, where he thrived as the founding artistic director of Jackalope Theatre Company. The Daily Star catches up with Kaiser for a brief interview.

Rashid Choudhury (1932-1985) was a second generation artist, sculptor, writer and professor.

Shakib Chowdhury, Gibran Tanwir, Alif Alauddin and Farooq Shams – four friends who had set out on a lighthearted journey of talking about pop culture, have inadvertently started one of the most popular web shows in Bangladesh, Geek Myth.

Muttaque Hasib lives, breathes and eats music. Having been a part of the music industry for over a decade, the passionate musician is going through a career renaissance with all-new projects and upcoming originals. The Daily Star gets in touch with Hasib for a small chat.

Trainwreck has long been one of the hardest hitters in the underground scene, obtaining a cult-like following with their originals and cover numbers.

It is hard to argue the fact that 2018 was an eventful year in Bangladeshi music. Whether it be the end of a musical saga, or a stark change in consumption trends, there was a lot that indicated where the future may lie for an industry that is slowly recuperating from the dark days of mass piracy.

Minar's career has been on an upward trajectory ever since his coming of age with 'Ahare'. The artiste, who possesses an enviably unique and melodious voice, has been one of the most consistent figures in the music industry.

Music is not just a form of art, but a philosophy and a way of life for Jogiraj Sikidar. An established artiste of Indian classical music, he recently won the prestigious NRI (Non Resident Indian) of the Year award in the Art & Culture category for his tireless contribution to classical music through his founded Malhaar Centre for Performing Arts. The Daily Star talks to the artiste on his plans on bringing his esteemed foundation to Bangladesh.

Few young artistes are as versatile as Rubayat Rehman, who is proficient in singing, playing various musical instruments and

What differentiated Imagine Radio from all other music streaming applications when it launched recently was the earnestness and clarity that the CEO, Shahriar Shahid, promised to bring to the music listening experience.