Taylor Swift crowned Billboard’s top artist of the 21st century

The top 10 list also includes Drake, Rihanna, Post Malone, Eminem, The Weeknd, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, and Usher. Only Eminem, Usher, and Beyoncé debuted before 2000, highlighting the dominance of newer artists in this century.
31 August 2025, 06:54 AM

Reminiscing Abdul Jabbar’s five most beloved songs

The day marks the death anniversary of esteemed vocalist Abdul Jabbar, who passed away eight years ago. The late Ekushey Padak and Independence Award (Swadhinata Padak) recipient earned lasting recognition through his playback songs and his stirring performances at Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra during the Liberation War.
30 August 2025, 13:36 PM

Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay hosts annual certificate award ceremony

The Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay held its Annual Certificate Award Ceremony on Friday evening (August 29) at its Dhanmondi premises, celebrating the dedication and achievements of its students and teachers in classical music.
30 August 2025, 12:37 PM

Hatirpool Sessions Season 3 drops new track ‘Unmukh Angshik’

Hatirpool Sessions has unveiled its latest track, “Unmukh Angshik”, as part of Season 3. The song premiered yesterday at 8pm on the official Hatirpool Sessions YouTube channel.
30 August 2025, 11:12 AM

Tahsan to celebrate silver jubilee of music career in Australia

Tahsan Khan formed an alternative rock band with friends back in 1998. However, his professional music career began two years later with the band Black. Counting from then, Tahsan has now completed 25 years in music. To mark the silver jubilee of his career, the artiste is set to embark on a music tour in Australia.
30 August 2025, 04:58 AM

Green Day’s ‘New Years Rev’ to premiere at Toronto Int’l Film Fest

Green Day is gearing up to bring their signature chaos and charm to the big screen with “New Years Rev”, a road trip comedy directed by Lee Kirk. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 12, and according to the band, “Toronto is just the beginning.”
29 August 2025, 05:04 AM

Fahmida Nabi to release new song ‘Meghla Akash’

Renowned singer Fahmida Nabi has released a new duet titled “Meghla Akash”, a song that captures the mood of rain. The lyrics are penned by Abdul and Sohana. The composition and arrangement have been crafted by Abdul, who also lends his voice alongside Fahmida Nabi.
29 August 2025, 04:47 AM

Radiohead’s ‘Let Down’ re-enters Billboard Hot 100, 28 years after release

Radiohead has returned to the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 17 years — not with a new release, but with their 1997 classic “Let Down”. The track from their studio album “OK Computer” debuted at 91 on the chart dated August 30, marking its first-ever appearance on the Hot 100.
28 August 2025, 05:16 AM

Musical film ‘Shanjher Anchole’ pays tribute to Kazi Nazrul Islam

In commemoration of the 49th death anniversary of the legendary rebellious poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, filmmaker Chayanika Chowdhury shared details about her musical film “Shanjher Anchole”.
27 August 2025, 13:00 PM

'Jui Phool': A 3-hour celebration of the legendary Sabina Yasmin

Channel i is set to air a nearly three-hour tribute programme titled “Jui Phool: Sabina Yasmin” on September 5th at 2:40 PM, celebrating the 55-year journey of one of Bangladesh’s most iconic voices. The programme takes its name from the singer herself: Sabina means “Jui”.The special feature, which will run for 2 hours and 48 minutes, consists of performances from well known singers and candid reflections of Sabina Yasmin’s life and music.
27 August 2025, 06:48 AM

Sting sued by former Police bandmates over “Every Breath You Take” royalties

Four decades after their split, British rock band The Police has once again found itself in the spotlight—this time for legal reasons. According to The Sun, frontman Sting is being taken to court by former bandmates Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland over unpaid royalties from their 1983 chart-topping hit “Every Breath You Take.”
27 August 2025, 05:36 AM

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement

Global pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce have officially announced their engagement. The couple shared the news on Instagram with a carousel of photos captioned, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” The images included Kelce on one knee in a rose garden and a close-up of the diamond engagement ring.
26 August 2025, 17:57 PM

‘Golden’ tops Hot 100 as ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ makes soundtrack history

The “KPop Demon Hunters” soundtrack has set a new milestone on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the first soundtrack ever to place four songs in the top 10 simultaneously.
26 August 2025, 08:15 AM

Emon Chowdhury on how he bet on ‘Baaji’

After a long hiatus, Coke Studio Bangla has finally returned, and it couldn’t have chosen a more fitting comeback than “Baaji”. The release not only marks the revival of the popular platform but also reunites fans with the magical duo of Hashim Mahmud and Emon Chowdhury.
25 August 2025, 11:13 AM

Songwiters' Collective: Promising platform promotes original music with 'First Draft'

The Songwriters Collective’s First Draft gig in Dhaka showcased independent songwriter-singers, including Aseer Arman, Sadi Shahnewaz, and Shanila Islam, offering intimate performances that highlight original music, connect artists with audiences, and strengthen Bangladesh’s growing indie music scene.
24 August 2025, 11:48 AM

‘Phulguli Kothay Gelo’: Jaltaranga's musical and literary call for peace

A thought-provoking discussion and recital titled “Phulguli Kothay Gelo” was held last Thursday evening at Bishwo Shahitto Kendro in Bangla Motor, Dhaka, organised by cultural organisation Joltorongo.
24 August 2025, 06:39 AM

‘Beyond the Ordinary: Raincheck’ concert transforms into a monsoon celebration

“Beyond the Ordinary: Raincheck,” organised by Let’s Vibe and Karkhana, brought crowds to Courtside at Madani Avenue last Friday evening for a monsoon-inspired concert. Although the anticipated downpour never arrived, the atmosphere was charged with music instead.
24 August 2025, 05:50 AM

‘Coke Studio Bangla’ brings flavour of love with ‘Baaji’

“Coke Studio Bangla” has released its latest track, “Baaji”, a powerful fusion of urban folk and indigenous musical traditions that highlights the rich cultural diversity of Bangladesh. As the fourth track of Season 3, it highlights the platform’s growing influence in representing Bangladeshi culture.
23 August 2025, 14:36 PM

Hashim Mahmud and Emon Chowdhury unite for Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Baaji’

Nearly two years later, Mahmud is making a comeback with a new track. This time, along with writing and composing, he will also be singing. The song, titled “Baaji”, is set to premiere today on “Coke Studio Bangla’s” YouTube channel.
23 August 2025, 07:28 AM

Nakib Khan celebrates 50 years in music with special event

Renowned musician Nakib Khan is marking 50 years of his musical journey with a grand celebration in Dhaka. The event, titled “Nakib Khan: Fifty Years Celebration”, will be held this afternoon at 4:30pm at the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel InterContinental, organised by the Television Journalists Forum of Bangladesh (TJFb).
23 August 2025, 06:41 AM