Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80
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‘Agnibinay Notun Protibha’ selects 24 contestants in nationwide talent hunt
22 August 2026
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10 timeless songs that capture Nayak Raj Razzak at his peak
21 August 2026
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Autumnal Moon, Shuvendu Das Shuvo release new track
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Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Mulluk’ remembers a homeland lost to time
20 August 2026
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Kumar Bishwajit honours Mymensingh Geetika at IPDC Amader Gaan
Renowned singer Kumar Bishwajit will honour Mymensingh Geetika this Eid on IPDC Amader Gaan’s “Noya Bari Loiya Re Baida”.
7 July 2022
Nayeem and Shabnaz’s daughters release new song
Nayeem and Shabnaz were once Dhallywood’s most beloved pair. Now, the real-life couple’s daughters have also started to work in the entertainment industry. The youngest and eldest daughter of the couple recently released a song titled “Din Gune” on YouTube.
7 July 2022
When music criticism takes a wrong turn
When discussions turn into diatribes, it ruins the platform for music promotion and reception.
6 July 2022
‘He had a voice of gold’
Today marks the second death anniversary of eight-time National Award-winning singer Andrew Kishore.
The ‘playback emperor’ has given numerous timeless melodies to the audience, including superhit tracks “Amar Sara Deho”, “Amar Buker Moddhe Khane”, and “Haire Manush Rangin Fanush”.
Walking down the memory lane of this musical maestro, The Daily Star spoke to his colleague, noted singer Kanak Chapa to know more about her fond memories of Andrew Kishore.
6 July 2022
Bilionera singer Otilia to perform live in Dhaka
Romanian singer Otilia Brumă is all set to perform live in Dhaka as part of the launching of Nokia G21, the latest phone from the company.
6 July 2022
Carlos Santana passes out on stage during concert
Carlos Santana, legendary Mexican-born American guitarist, is recovering after collapsing on stage during a concert on Tuesday night nearby Detroit.
6 July 2022
Mahfuzur Rahman set to release 10 songs this Eid
ATN Bangla Chairman Dr Mahfuzur Rahman is all set to entertain audiences with his solo concert this Eid. His colourful music videos, paired with synchronised dance routines, usually make his concerts a delight for fans.
Rahman completed shooting for the songs and videos for his upcoming concert quite recently. However, he was unable to inform fans as he was outside the country. The artiste will finalise the name of each song after carefully watching each individual video.
4 July 2022
26 years later, Maqsood and Prince Mahmud collaborate once again
Noted musician Maqsoodul Haque, from the band Maqsood O Dhaka, lent his voice to a new song "Shatey-Panchey" composed by renowned music director and lyricist Prince Mahmud.
The last collaboration between Prince and Maqsood took place over 26 years ago—when the album "Khawma" was released in 1996. The album was a compilation of tracks from different bands and is still considered as the 'best-mixed' band album of the 90s.
4 July 2022
Ustad Rashid Khan to sing in ‘Coke Studio Bangla’ season two
Eminent Indian classical singer and musician Ustad Rashid Khan is all set to perform in the upcoming second season of the popular musical show Coke Studio Bangla.
3 July 2022
A celebration of pop and hip-hop, for a good cause
The biggest names in pop and hip-hop came together at "The Hype Festival" on July 1 (Friday) at ICCB’s Nabaratri Hall. Mila, Hridoy Khan, Jalali Set, Xefer, Imran Mahmudul, Muza, Tashfee, Mithun Chakra and Black Zang entertained a passionate crowd, which showed up to support their favourite artistes.
3 July 2022
Winners of K-pop contests Dhaka announced
The South Korean Embassy in Dhaka Saturday announced the winners of the K-pop contests in Dhaka.
3 July 2022
After 16 years, Artcell will finally release their third album
In a venue full of thousands of supporters at Chattogram recently, progressive rock band Artcell announced that they will finally release their third album, titled “Otritio”.
2 July 2022
BTS J-Hope shocks fans with 'MORE' music video
On June 25, BTS member J-Hope announced on Weverse that he will be releasing his debut solo album “Jack in the Box”, on July 15.
J-Hope is the first member of BTS to announce a solo album after the group’s decision to take a short break to focus on solo projects and individual interests.
2 July 2022
BTS J-Hope drops new single
J-Hope is currently the most likely become the first member of BTS to unveil their solo album. Titled “Jack in The Box”, there is a lot of hype around the album amongst fans at the moment. To treat his fans, the singer released a pre-release single titled “MORE”.
2 July 2022
Rupankar Bagchi accused of stealing song
After facing brutal levels of criticism for his comments against KK, Indian singer Rupankar Bagchi has once again stirred up controversy. The singer has been accused of stealing a song from rising artiste Manorama Ghoshal.
After KK's death, a musical programme was arranged on May 31. On that same day, Rupankar took to a Facebook live, mocking the deceased icon saying, "Who is KK man?"
1 July 2022
Avril Lavigne recreates “Let Go” cover 20 years later, looks essentially the same
Avril Lavigne is one of those celebrities who does not seem to age. After 7 studio albums, a two-decade career and several accolades, the “When You’re Gone” singer recreated the cover photo of her iconic debut album “Let Go”, in New York City.
30 June 2022
Nancy gives birth to beautiful baby girl
Nazmun Munira Nancy, one of Bangladesh’s popular pop singers, just became mother to a baby girl a private hospital in Dhaka on Wednesday. Both mother and daughter are healthy. The news was stated in a press release sent by the Managing Director of Universal Medical College Hospital in the capital.
29 June 2022
Music for a cause: Over 20 bands and musicians rock TSC
"My bus ticket was done and I was all packed to leave for Khulna with my friends, this afternoon. But I cancelled everything as I came across a Facebook post for this event only an hour before leaving for the bus terminal."
This was the story shared by Rakibul Hasan, a music enthusiast and student of Stamford University, who cancelled all of his plans to come and show support at “Bornattoder Jonno Concert” an event organized by Dhaka University (DU) students to raise funds for flood victims in Sylhet and Sunamganj.
Not only Rakibul, but thousands of music lovers and social activists, from different walks of life gathered at TSC, University of Dhaka on Monday and Tuesday to enjoy some amazing performances and express their solidarity for the cause.
29 June 2022
Top hiphop and pop artists come together for flood victims
The biggest names in hiphop and pop will be performing at “The Hype Festival” on July 1 at ICCB. The line-up consists of Mila, Hridoy Khan, Jalali Set, Xefer, Imran Mahmudul, Tashfee, Mithun Chakra and Black Zang.
29 June 2022
BTS’ Taehyung beats Hrithik Roshan, Paul Rudd in 'Most Handsome Man' list
Kim Taehyung, of BTS fame, more popularly known as V has beaten Paul Rudd, Robert Pattinson and Hrithik Roshan to be crowned the “Most Handsome Man” as reported by Techno Sports Magazine.
29 June 2022