Renowned Nazrul Sangeet artiste Ferdous Ara is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Channel i Music Awards. The prestigious recognition will be presented during a grand ceremony on May 19 at a five-star hotel in Dhaka.

Popular singer Kumar Bishwajit has been away from music for quite some time. Following a serious accident involving his only son, Kumar Nibir, nearly two years ago, the legendary artiste distanced himself from performing. Since then, he has been living in Canada with his wife.

Following his performance in Dammam earlier this month, popular Bangladeshi rock icon Nagar Baul James is set to perform in Jeddah as part of Saudi Arabia’s “Passport to the World” event series, initiated under government patronage. The Dammam leg of the concert took place on May 2 at Al Khobar’s Al Iskan Park, where James enthralled a massive crowd of expatriates. He is scheduled to take the stage in Jeddah on May 9.

Legendary Bangladeshi playback singer Khurshid Alam, whose golden voice once dominated the country's film music scene, says his fans still request his timeless classics. Despite his age, the Ekushey Padak-winning artiste continues to perform on stage and television with the same passion that marked the height of his career.

Legendary Bangladeshi band Souls celebrated its 50-year milestone with a concert titled “Mastercard Presents Souls Unplugged: 50 Years of Timeless Music” last Friday (May 2) at Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View. Founding members and performers from across the decades reunited for an unforgettable night filled with music, memories, and heartfelt tributes.

“Tumi Robe Nirobe”, the timeless Rabindra Sangeet classic, has been reimagined through a special music video directed by Chayanika Chowdhury.

Titled “Priceless”, the single was released right at the start of May 2, accompanied by a music video. It delivers the signature blend of nostalgic yet fresh energy you’d expect from a Maroon 5 hit — amplified by Lisa’s undeniable charm.

Singer Nadia Dora, known primarily for her soulful folk renditions, surprised fans with a fresh romantic track titled “Chol Preme Pure Jai”. With poetic lyrics, Dora steps into a new musical realm—this time lending not just her voice, but also her presence on screen as the model in the music video.

A standout moment of the evening was the rendition of the well-known wartime song “Smuglyanka”, with Chernukhin’s piano evoking a mood of tenderness and longing.

In a significant digital clampdown, the Instagram accounts of popular Pakistani artistes Fawad Khan, Atif Aslam, and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan have been blocked in India. The restriction, which went into effect yesterday, comes in the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that left 26 people dead.

Time and again, Bangladeshi pioneering folk fusion band Shironamhin has established itself at the forefront of Bangladeshi musical leaders. Armed with a melodic identity that celebrates tradition whilst adapting modernity, Shironamhin has journeyed to maintain our cultural devoutness. Founded in the late 1990s, they utilise their culturally unique identity as musical storytellers to travel across the world for the sake of their fans and leadership.

BTS member J-Hope has shared an update on the group’s anticipated reunion following the military discharge of RM, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, who are set to complete their service this June.

"The Twist" singer Chubby Checker, pop star Cyndi Lauper and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The case pertains to Rahman’s track “Veera Raja Veera” from the film “Ponniyin Selvan: II”, which the court noted was musically “identical” to “Shiva Stuti”, a devotional composition by the late Dhrupad maestros Ustad Nasir Faiyazuddin and Ustad Nasir Zahiruddin Dagar

The American Music Awards (AMAs) unveiled the list of nominees for this year’s edition earlier today. As expected, the lineup features a star-studded mix of artistes, including Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, and Taylor Swift — a recurring blend of powerhouse names in the music scene.

Blackpink member Jennie is currently basking in the spotlight! She received massive applause for her recent Coachella performance, where she delivered some of her popular tracks, including "Like Jennie".

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has once again stirred public attention with a deeply personal and unsettling revelation on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The 47-year-old artiste, known for his controversial remarks and erratic online presence, shared a post discussing traumatic experiences from his childhood, drawing widespread reactions from fans and critics alike.

Renowned Bangladeshi band Miles, a pioneer in the country’s band music scene, has embarked on a month-long concert series across the United States under the banner of “Legacy Tour USA 2025”. With over four decades of musical legacy, the band continues to ignite crowds with their electrifying performances both at home and abroad.

Arbovirus has made a smashing return to the spotlight with the release of their new track “Purono Thikana”, the first single from their much-anticipated fourth studio album, “Nikhoj Shongbad”.

Singer-songwriter Shayan Chowdhury Arnob has set out on a concert tour across the United States as part of the “Bangla Folk Rock Fest”, performing alongside his band Arnob and Friends in eight cities. The tour began on Saturday (April 19) with a show in Dallas.