AI joins Pahela Baishakh celebrations with new song
15 April 2026, 17:53 PM
Music
Taylor Swift leads 2026 AMA nominations
15 April 2026, 11:50 AM
Music
Nationwide concerts and music events mark Pahela Baishakh
14 April 2026, 14:16 PM
Music
Baishakh is incomplete without Porabari’s chamcham: Dola
14 April 2026, 12:00 PM
Entertainment
Pahela Baishakh is not just a date on the calendar: Khairul Anam Shakil
13 April 2026, 21:00 PM
Entertainment
Dhaka gears up for a musical Pahela Baishakh with concerts
13 April 2026, 12:29 PM
Music
Asha Bhosle to be laid to rest today with state honours
13 April 2026, 12:06 PM
Entertainment
‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle
12 April 2026, 19:54 PM
Entertainment
In memoriam / The voice that reimagined itself in every era: Asha Bhosle (1933-2026)
12 April 2026, 20:50 PM
Music
The world has lost a rare jewel: Runa Laila on Asha Bhosle
12 April 2026, 17:24 PM
Music
Indalo’s ‘Kokhon Kibhabe Ekhane Ke Jane’ strikes a chord with listeners
Fresh off the success for “Hobeki?”, the first release from Indalo’s upcoming album, “Uttor Khujchi Dokkhine”, the band’s new single, “Kokhon Kibhabe Ekhane Ke Jane”, was released on their official YouTube channel recently.
26 September 2021, 10:30 AM
Ekushey Padak winning musician Julhas Uddin dies from dengue
Ekushey Padak winning musician Julhas Uddin Ahmed passed away in Munshiganj's Srinagar upazila at the age of 88. He was suffering from dengue fever.
25 September 2021, 02:57 AM
We all have a ‘mostaan’ and a ‘bhalo chele’ within us: Arnob
With tracks like “Shey je Boshe Ache”, “Tomar Jonno”, “Hariye Giyechi”, “Bhalobasha Tarpor”, and “Tui Ki Janishna”, prodigal musician, composer and singer, Shayan Chowdhury Arnob has solidified his name among the most endeared artistes in Bangladesh.
24 September 2021, 18:00 PM
Bassbaba Sumon’s new single, ‘Boyosh Holo Amar’ releases today
Renowned bassist and frontman of rock band Aurthohin Saidus Salehin Khaled Sumon— known better among his fans by his stage name Bassbaba Sumon — is set to release his new single, “Boyosh Holo Amar”, in collaboration with fingerstyle guitarist Mahaan Fahim, today.
23 September 2021, 05:42 AM
BTS permitted to dance at UN, promotes youth solutions for planet
It wasn't exactly the screaming audience BTS is accustomed to but the Korean pop sensations had another sort of world stage on Monday (Sept 20) as they addressed the United Nations.
21 September 2021, 06:28 AM
James goes to court over copyright violation of his music
Rock icon James showed up at Judge KM Imrul Kayesh’s court today to file lawsuit against organisations that are using his music without due permissions. However, the court did not take the lawsuit, and instead advised the musician to file a complaint with Gulshan Police Station.
19 September 2021, 10:31 AM
“Local jazz scene is growing and has mainstream potential”
Popular Jazz band ‘Imran Ahmed Trio’ will be soon releasing their album titled ‘Imran Ahmed Trio: Live in Warsaw’ from the Slovakian label ‘Hevhetia’. The 20-year-old label has released more than 280 albums so far and is one of the most active jazz labels in Central Europe.
17 September 2021, 06:49 AM
Rock Icon Ayub Bachchu’s daughter to join “Jibon Jekhane Jemon”
Fairuz Saffra Ayub, the daughter of legendary musician Ayub Bachchu, is set to appear in the 78th episode of Tanvit Tarek’s show “Jibon Jekhane Jemon”. This is the first time Fairuz will be seen in a live show.
17 September 2021, 06:40 AM
Winners of 2021 K-POP World Festival Bangladesh audition awarded
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Dhaka awarded the six winners of the 2021 K-pop World Festival Bangladesh audition yesterday through a grand event, read a press release.
16 September 2021, 04:06 AM
Renowned singer and anchor Alif Alauddin hospitalised
Popular singer-songwriter and television host Alif Alauddin has been hospitalised at the city’s Bangladesh Specialized Hospital, informs her husband and noted musician Kazi Faisal Ahmed. She is the daughter of renowned musician Alauddin Ali.
13 September 2021, 11:10 AM
Protic Hasan, Ibrar Tipu to judge ‘Young Star’
Popular private TV channel RTV has launched a new music reality show for young people, titled “Young Star”.
13 September 2021, 09:53 AM
Kona and Imran collaborate with Emon Shaha on ‘Dewa’
Dilshad Nahar Kona and Imran Mahmudul are a brilliant duo, who have worked on many hit songs together. Recently, they collaborated for the government granted film, “Golui”.
The duo have voiced the song, “Dewa” by noted composer Emon Shaha.
13 September 2021, 08:38 AM
Remembering Shah Abdul Karim on his 12th death anniversary
Be it in buses, the radio, or on i-pods, Shah Abdul Karim’s songs have always managed to make it to the playlist of almost every Bangla-speaking listener. His simple and life-based lyrics, paired with the tabla, harmonium, and dhol still echo in the ears of his audience.
Today marks the 12th death anniversary of the cherished Baul musician Shah Abdul Karim.
12 September 2021, 13:20 PM
James and Prince Mahmud's ‘Baba’ garners praise and respect in Kolkata
“Baba” is a timeless masterpiece composed by eminent composer and lyricist Prince Mahmud, voiced by none other than ‘guru’ James. The song has a special place in the hearts of all Bengali speaking people, on both sides of the border. A recent performance of the song in reality show Dance Bangla Dance, has made the song viral yet again.
11 September 2021, 12:15 PM
In conversation with Kanak Chapa
Renowned singer Kanak Chapa has kept her devoted listeners mesmerised through many evergreen songs. She has been honoured with National Film Awards for best playback singing in her successful career spanning over four decades.
11 September 2021, 09:18 AM
‘Aurthohin came back for you’
It is rare for a musician to receive the level irrevocable and unconditional love from the fans that Saidus Salehin Khaled, popularly known Bassbaba Sumon, has accumulated in his illustrious career.
A bona fide legend in Bangladesh’s band music industry, he is a virtuoso on the bass guitar, earning him the moniker of Bassbaba.
The beloved Aurthohin frontman has beaten cancer, and recently, a deadly spinal injury after spending the better part of three years in tremendous pain while in recovery.
Now, the musician is back on track, fueled by the love of his fans, and his passion for music – as he talks to The Daily Star for more.
11 September 2021, 07:44 AM
Sporshia to feature in Puja’s ‘Ashchey Ma Durga’
Ahead of Durga Puja, popular singer Badhon Sarker Puja recently shot the music video for her single’ Ashchey Ma Durga’.
7 September 2021, 11:16 AM
Remembering ‘Polly Samrat’ Abdul Alim on his 47th death anniversary
‘Polly Samrat’ Abdul Alim ruled over the music industry with his humble and down-to-earth melodies. In his long and illustrious career, the artiste had many memorable songs to his credit, including Ei Je Duniya Kishero Lagia", "Shorbonasha Padma Nodi", and "Holudia Pakhi Shonar Boron", among others.
5 September 2021, 08:32 AM
Swedish superstars Abba set to unveil 'sensational' musical comeback
They famously vowed never to reform, to the disappointment of their legions of fans. But nearly four decades after disbanding, Swedish superstars Abba are on Thursday (Sept 2) expected to announce a "sensational comeback" collaboration.
2 September 2021, 12:17 PM
Elton John set to release lockdown album featuring Stevie Wonder, Miley Cyrus
Elton John collaborated with a diverse group of celebrated musicians on his forthcoming album, which he made during the coronavirus lockdowns. Titled “The Lockdown Sessions”, the album is expected to be released on October 22. It features Dua Lipa, Stevie Wonder, Lil Nas X, Stevie Nicks, Gorillaz, Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder, rappers Young Thug and Nicki Minaj, country singer Brandi Carlile, among others.
2 September 2021, 07:27 AM