Ireland mourns death of 'trailblazing' singer Sinead O'Connor

"She was important for so many women. She gave two fingers to the church, who at that time in the 90s had such a hold over Ireland."
27 July 2023

Snoop Dogg postpones 30th anniversary concert in support of Hollywood strikes

Initially, Snoop Dogg’s two-night long concert was supposed to be held in June at the Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles. However, in support of the strikes going on since May, the rapper pushed back his celebration concert to October 20-21.
27 July 2023

Diljit Dosanjh collaborating with Sia?

Yesterday, he shared adorable pictures alongside popular Australian musician Sia on Instagram.
27 July 2023

Ultimate Rock Fest 2023 postponed again

The Ultimate Rock Fest 2023, which was supposed to kick off at International Convention Center Bashundhara (ICCB) on Friday, has been postponed.
27 July 2023

Celebrated Punjabi singer Surinder Shinda is no more

Throughout his musical career, Surinder Shinda has gifted the audience with many marvelous songs, including, “Putt Jattan De”, “Ucha Dar Babe Nanak Da” and “Badla Jatti Da”, amongst many others.
26 July 2023

Doja Cat faces backlash as 200k followers 'cancel' her

In a recent series of tweets, Doja Cat made controversial statements that further alienated her listeners, leading many to finally give up on supporting her.
26 July 2023

BTS's Jung Kook tops Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Seven’

BTS' Jung Kook's "Seven," featuring Latto, takes the No 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 Songs chart. This triumph makes Jung Kook the second member of BTS to lead the chart, following Jimin's "Like Crazy," which debuted at No. 1 in April.
25 July 2023

Fairooz Nazifa in all her husky glory

After Fairooz Nazifa's version of ‘Tumi Hina’ released on Gaan Bangla’s Wind of Change, her life changed as she started becoming more of a public figure.
25 July 2023

Fuad delivers a Bangladeshi musical buffet to the States

The ace music producer Fuad Almuqtadir has been accompanied by Pantha Kanai, Tashfee, Muttaque Hasib, Pavel, Nick Gianni, Adhnan Sulaiman Nayeem, and Tanvir Tomal for an extensive series of shows in the United States.
24 July 2023

Coke Studio Bangla: Shuvendu Das and Fairooz Nazifa pay mellifluous homage to Lucky Akhand

“Ghum Ghum” was first featured in the 80’s popular film “Ghuddi”. After her return from Pakistan, it was Shahnaz Rahmatullah’s first song. The popular movie represented the ideas of youth and freedom of a newly independent Bangladesh and the song invoked that same feeling of free spirits and joy.
23 July 2023

Bands dazzled at 'Rockmelo' on Friday

The concert was a joyful mix of youth, music, and enjoyment as visitors swayed and danced with the performances on stage.
23 July 2023

Coke Studio Bangla's next song to release today

Coke Studio Bangla released a teaser revealing that Shuvendu Das Shuvo will be back again to weave his magical composition for its special tribute to Lucky Akhand.
23 July 2023

Despite ICCB's concert ‘ban’, 'The Ultimate Rock Fest 2023' will take place on July 28

Popular rock bands unite to bring music and a green movement to Dhaka as The Ultimate Rock Fest 2023, organised by Oplly, defies obstacles and aims to create a greener city.
22 July 2023

90's playback singer Doly Shaontoni releasing new music

"I am releasing these songs for my fans, who still listen to me. That is a huge achievement"
22 July 2023

From Santiniketan to ‘Shondhatara’

Destiny pushed Sunidhi towards Rabindra Sangeet, and her love for classical music took a back seat. Then “Shondhatara” came along and changed her life—her voice and cracking chemistry with Arnob captivated the audience.
22 July 2023

Legendary American singer Tony Bennett dies at age 96

Tony Bennett, the smooth American singer who had an enduring hit with "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" and remained perpetually cool enough to win over younger generations of fans well into the 21st century, has died at the age of 96, the Associated Press reported Friday.
21 July 2023

Britney Spears returns to music scene with new single ‘Mind Your Business’

The Princess of Pop, Britney Spears, is making a triumphant return to the music scene following the termination of her 13-year conservatorship. 
21 July 2023

Dhaka's music scene in limbo as ICCB suspends all concerts

The International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) authorities have taken an unprecedented step by imposing an indefinite ban on all concerts at their esteemed venue. This sudden decision has sent ripples through the music scene in Bangladesh, leaving concert organisers, artists, and fans in a state of uncertainty. 
21 July 2023

Don’t want to label myself as a ‘niche artiste’: Xefer

"I think my songs used to be niche, but that has changed. In the last three years or so, I have changed, now different people from different places know me."
20 July 2023

Aftermath, Meghdol set to headline Moitree Concert in Kolkata 

Aftermath and Meghdol will be performing as the headlining acts at this year’s Moitree Concert in Kolkata.
19 July 2023