A press conference for ‘Nazrul Utsav 2022’, a two-day festival to commemorate the work of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, was held at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) premises at Shegunbagicha, earlier today. 

Viral song "Kacha Badam" singer, Bhuban Badyakar, had a car accident yesterday.

I was honestly overwhelmed to work with my Guru (Shayan Chowdhury Arnob), after 15 years. He curated and produced the entire programme, and am extremely grateful to be a part of it.

It was the dreadful night in March 25, 1971 that urged a 28-year-old Mahmudur Rahman Benu, a professor of statistics at Institute of Statistical Research & Training (ISRT) and a music teacher at Chhayanaut, to pick up the rifle against the Pakistani army,

Noted musicians and brothers Partha Majumder and Bappa Mazumder will appear in a music video together for the first time. They have collaborated for the song “Hoye Jao Tumi”, composed by Partha, and voiced by Bappa.

Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury passed away on the night of February 22, after battling with various health complications.

The first episode of Coke Studio Bangla opened with “Nasek Nasek”, a Hajong song written by talented singer Animes Roy, proving this criticism baseless.

Known as the ‘Mysterious man’ to most and the ‘Addabaz Khuku’ to his family and loved ones, Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury would often startle people with truths that were supposed to be unknown to strangers. His songs echoed through the nation, while his horoscope column in Prothom Alo became a must-read to Bangla readers across the world.

"Nodi Rocks", a first of its kind initiative in Bangladesh by Salt Creatives, was launched on February 22 through a virtual event.

Bangladesh incurred a great loss yesterday with the passing of celebrated astrologer Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury, who became a household name for his horoscope readings on popular daily Prothom Alo’s “Ajker Rashi”. However, a surprising amount of people are unaware of the fact that he was also an eminent lyricist, having written many timeless hits for some of the most respected musicians of the country.

Celebrated musical franchise ‘Coke Studio’ opened its doors to Bangladesh earlier this month. The first song of ‘Coke Studio Bangla’ releases at 8 pm on YouTube today.

Guitarist and composer Barakat Shovon recently announced his new project, titled “Greatest News of All Time”, featuring talented musicians from various genres.

Popular singer Britney Spears has reportedly signed a lucrative $15 million deal to write a tell-all book.

Beshi Joss Customs  recently launched their first signature series guitar, ‘KFA Lunatic Series’ of Kazi Faisal Ahmed from Artcell, who is also the first endorsed artiste for ‘Reuben Custom Guitars’ by Beshi Joss Customs.

In 1970, a young Rabindra Sangeet singer caused a sensation, when his rendition of “Jani Jani Go” made its way to number one rank on the country’s best-selling chart. This feat shattered the general assumption that Rabindra Sangeet was not “commercially viable”. Only a year later, he was imprisoned and tortured by the Pakistani Army, formally accused of “inciting the people with nationalistic and revolutionary songs”.

Talent hunt show “Toffee Star Search” announced winners of their first season at a grand finale. Taimur Rahman, Acting CEO, Banglalink, along with other top officials of Banglalink, were present.      

The man beloved for the song “Chalte chalte mere yeh geet yaad rakhna/ Kabhi alvida na kehna” (As you walk remember this song of mine/ Don’t ever say farewell) bade his final farewell, leaving the Indian subcontinent’s music lovers shocked and saddened.

Think of the world’s greatest Disco artistes – Donna Summer had 17 studio albums, while Gloria Gaynor had 18.

Legendary Bengali singer Sandhya Mukhopadhyay passed away at the age of 90 on February 15, following a massive cardiac arrest, leaving behind legions of mourning fans across borders.

As legendary composer-singer Bappi Lahiri left for his heavenly abode on Tuesday night, his family, friends, and fans are in a state of grief. Renowned singer Runa Laila posted a heartfelt tribute on social media, reminiscing about her bond with the musical icon.