She wrote the lyrics for four original tracks herself, while the compositions were done by Kazi Faisal Ahmed.

Global lighter brand Zippo has officially begun its collaboration with Bangladeshi rock band Warfaze, marking the band as the first from South Asia to partner with the iconic company.

The performance marks a significant step forward for A K Rahul and his band, highlighting their growing presence on the international stage.

Singer Kanak Chapa has shared a measured response after failing to secure a party nomination from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) for the reserved seats for women, reiterating her desire to contribute to the country beyond her music career.

Frontman Julian Casablancas repeated the line “What side you standing on” as the footage played behind him.

Kanai Das Baul, a visually impaired folk artist from West Bengal, died on April 18. Known for his spiritually rooted music and humanist philosophy, he spent his life travelling across villages, fairs and akhras with his ektara, performing songs that reflected devotion and the essence of humanity.

Popular singer and music composer Hridoy Khan is set to release a new solo track after a long hiatus. Titled “Hahakar”, the song is written by contemporary lyricist Someshwar Oli, while composition and music arrangement have been done by the artiste himself.

Pagol Hasan, known for his deeply emotive folk songs, died in a road accident on April 18, 2024, near the Surma Bridge area in Chhatak.

The programme affirmed the region’s secular, inclusive character, highlighting values of openness and shared heritage.

Like every year, it featured exclusive vinyl releases, discounted sales, live music, and day-long events.

A scheduled concert by Ashes at Rabindra Sarobar in Dhanmondi has been cancelled due to safety and crowd management concerns, the band confirmed.

It will be built on a 40-acre site in Nandoshi on Sinhagad Road.

Srikanta Acharya, a prominent figure in contemporary Bengali music from West Bengal, has longstanding familial ties to Bangladesh. His ancestors hailed from Mymensingh, a connection he has repeatedly said deepens his emotional bond with the country.

Meghdol is set to perform alongside Indian band Chandrabindoo for the first time in a joint concert in Kolkata on September 5.

Iron Maiden, one of heavy metal’s most enduring acts, debuted in 1980 and has been recording and touring ever since. Their induction ends one of the longest waits in the Hall’s history. Band manager Rod Smallwood shared a statement on behalf of the group following the announcement.

A new song created with the help of artificial intelligence has joined this year’s Pahela Baishakh  releases, adding a technological twist to the Bengali New Year celebrations.

Swift already holds the record for the most wins in the history of the awards. This year, she has the chance to extend that lead.

The Bengali New Year is set to be marked by a packed lineup of concerts, cultural events and digital releases across Bangladesh, as celebrations for Chaitra Sankranti and Pahela Baishakh gather momentum.

Singer Dola Rahman, who has recently voiced multiple songs for Eid, has shared her fondest memories of Pahela Baishakh, reflecting on how the festival shaped her love for music and culture.

For Khairul Anam Shakil, Nazrul Sangeet exponent and vice president of Chhayanaut, Pahela Baishakh is far more than the start of a new year—it is a living expression of Bangali identity.