‘Sur Sammilon’ turns classical music into a theatrical experience
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Freddie Jackson, R&B legend known for ‘Rock Me Tonight’, passes away
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‘Eto Boka Keno Tumi’: AvoidRafa’s first solo show marks a night of music and reunion
6 October 2026
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Taylor Swift’s ‘Patient Zero’ debuts at No 1 on Billboard global charts
6 October 2026
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Beatmosphere’s phonetic magic: The origins of Bangladesh’s foremost acapella group
6 October 2026
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Faruque Hossain joins Fortin Amplification’s global artiste roster
3 October 2026
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Rap meets folk as musicians stand against child marriage
3 October 2026
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‘Jessore Road’ musical staged at Chhayanaut
3 October 2026
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What started it all for Ankan Kumar
3 October 2026
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Kabir-Lalon spiritual music festival held in Rajshahi
2 October 2026
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Anupam Roy returns to Dhaka for concert after two years
Popular Indian singer-songwriter Anupam Roy is set to return to Bangladesh for a concert in Dhaka after more than two years.
28 May 2026
Nusraat Faria turns up Eid festivities with ‘Loke Boley’
Actor-singer Nusraat Faria has returned to music after a long hiatus with her new folk-pop track “Loke Boley”, released ahead of Eid-ul-Azha.
28 May 2026
BTS reunite at 2026 American Music Awards, win Artist of the Year
K-pop group BTS returned to the American Music Awards stage after four years with a special appearance at the 2026 ceremony held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
26 May 2026
Inside the sound of ‘Rockstar’: Jahid Nirob on scoring a musical film
As “Rockstar” prepares for its Eid release, one of the biggest talking points, beyond Shakib Khan’s transformation, has been its music. As a full-fledged musical film – still a rarity in mainstream Bangladeshi cinema – “Rockstar” places its soundtrack at the centre of its narrative.
26 May 2026
Meghdol announces Eid special concert ‘Echoes of Eternity’
Meghdol is all set to entertain audiences with its much-awaited concert, “Echoes of Eternity”, scheduled for May 30, the third day of Eid.
26 May 2026
Eid releases bring festive mix of collaborations and fresh singles
This Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh’s music industry is gearing up with a wave of new releases spanning folk fusion, romantic ballads and contemporary pop tracks. Alongside major production houses, many artists are also releasing songs through their personal YouTube channels.
25 May 2026
Nazrul cannot be contained within a singular frame
Nazrul’s “Rebel Poet” identity is too constrained to limit him within a single frame. Nazrul’s poetry moves, shifts beyond even its historical significance. They take rebirth, vertebrate, enter speech, then public conscience, and Nazrul returns as chant—becoming the primary language of people’s struggle for rights, carrying an unyielding spirit in every movement when people most need him.
25 May 2026
For those who left but never departed: Nazrul’s ‘Ami chirotore dure chole jabo’
Through Nazrul’s words and Firoza Begum’s voice, farewell becomes something more unsettling: a promise never to disappear
24 May 2026
Nemesis celebrates unrivalled 25 as Maher Khan makes emotional appearance
When former guitarist of Nemesis, maestro Maher Khan, walked out and performed, the room did not quite know what to do with itself.
23 May 2026
Coke Studio Bangla season 4 opens with Nazrul’s ‘Room Jhoom’
Coke Studio Bangla has launched its fourth season with a tribute to the national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, releasing a special opening track ahead of his birth anniversary on May 25.
23 May 2026
Nemesis celebrates silver jubilee as maestro Maher Khan makes comeback after 14 years
One of the major attractions of the event was the performance by Nemesis’ original lineup members, who returned to the stage for the celebration.
23 May 2026
Imran and I Kings honoured in Australia, set for US tour in July
Bangladeshi singer Imran Mahmudul and his band I Kings have been honoured in Australia following their performance at “Fagun Hawa Fest 2026” in Sydney on May 2.
22 May 2026
BTS to make special appearance at 2026 American Music Awards
Global K-pop sensation BTS is set to make a special appearance at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25, marking the group’s first appearance at an award show in four years.
22 May 2026
This recognition came when I felt completely forgotten: Fatema Tuz Zohra on receiving Nazrul Award
The award was announced ahead of the poet’s 127th birth anniversary celebrations, scheduled to be held at Bangla Academy on May 23.
21 May 2026
Gems of Nazrul launches nationwide talent hunt
Organisers described the programme as the country’s first nationwide reality-show-style competition dedicated exclusively to Nazrul Sangeet.
19 May 2026
DJ Sonica diagnosed with Hepatitis A
Popular Bangladeshi DJ and singer Sonica has been infected with the Hepatitis A virus and is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the capital.
19 May 2026
‘Coke Studio Bangla’ season 4 in the works
A verified source confirmed to The Daily Star that a song was filmed in Dhaka on May 14 and 15. The remaining songs will gradually go into production in the coming weeks.
18 May 2026
Artcell set for comeback tour across Canada
Artcell last performed in Australia in November. The band had been away from concerts for several months. Jewel said the break followed personal and other reasons, including the death of vocalist Lincoln’s mother.
17 May 2026
Aurthohin: The Phoenix still soars
Walking into a “Cyberpunk 2077”-themed café in Bassbaba Sumon’s residence, it was clear that the SEA legend had ventured into another passion after checking every bucket list item possible for a musician. He started his career in his teens, becoming a cultural icon while revolutionising how the bass, as an instrument, is perceived in Bangladesh, and later collaborating with international musicians like Frank Gambale, Bob Franceschini, and Bubby Lewis.
16 May 2026
Runa Laila, Baby Naznin to share screen on Eid special ‘Anandamela’
Celebrated singers Runa Laila and Baby Naznin are set to appear together for the first time on BTV’s long-running magazine programme “Anandamela”.
15 May 2026