For Shely, a devoted Baul singer from the village of Lakshmipur, music is not performance—it is prayer. Her father, Abdul Jolil Sordar, a Sadhu, always hoped that one of his daughters would become a Sadhu.

The new song, developed using an AI tool called Sandbox in collaboration with YouTube and Google Lab, was composed in Mahadevan’s Mumbai studio and unveiled during Google’s annual I/O developer conference in California.

Departing from the usual commemorative fare of patriotic or devotional pieces, the concert spotlighted Nazrul’s lesser-explored work in the thumri genre, revealing his artistic range as a composer unafraid to traverse genres and expand musical language. Both celebrated vocalists and promising young talents took the stage, honouring the legacy while pushing it forward.

Researcher Anwarul Haque and singer Shabnam Mushtari have been named as this year’s recipients of the Bangla Academy’s Nazrul Award. The awardees are being recognised for their contributions to the study, performance, and promotion of the works of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

Singer-songwriter and pianist Billy Joel said on Friday (May 23) he is canceling all his scheduled concerts after he was recently diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain disorder.

Renowned singer-composer Bappa Mazumder, along with his wife, actress Tania Hossain, and their two daughters, narrowly escaped a fire that broke out at their Banani residence early Thursday (May 22) morning. The incident, which occurred in the multi-storey building where the family lives, prompted an emergency response from the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence.

Marketorr—a next-generation digital marketing agency—has launched “Bebsay Bajimat”, Bangladesh’s first-ever music video produced by a digital agency.

The EGOT concept was popularised in the 1980s by actor Philip Michael Thomas, who aspired to win all four awards within five years—though he was never nominated for any.

In tribute to National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s birth anniversary, a new album titled “The Nazrul Tapes—Reflected by Jahid Nirob” reimagines four of his classic songs. Musician Jahid Nirob has infused the timeless compositions with modern arrangements, blending electronic elements to reinterpret Nazrul’s works through a contemporary lens.

The statue, originally installed at the Père-Lachaise cemetery to mark the 10th anniversary of the iconic singer’s death, vanished in 1988. Created by Croatian sculptor Mladen Mikulin, the white marble bust was a tribute to the legendary frontman of The Doors, whose grave has long been a pilgrimage site for rock enthusiasts and counterculture devotees.

A police team arrested him from Sarulia at Demra around 2:00am

Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin is set to appear on Bangladesh Television’s (BTV) flagship Eid magazine show “Anandamela”. Despite recurring health concerns, the iconic artiste continues to perform to the best of her ability.

The Kabi Nazrul Institute is set to release a special album featuring ten motivational songs by National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. To mark the launch, a large-scale concert will be held on May 30 at Manik Mia Avenue, with performances by ten prominent bands.

Pritom's dynamic stage presence and genre-defying music have garnered him a dedicated fanbase both at home and abroad. His recent announcement has already sparked excitement among fans, with advance ticket sales underway for several concerts.

Popular indie band Kaaktaal has officially announced the end of its journey, bringing an emotional close to what has been described as an “overwhelming” four-year run.

Cultural organisation Joltorongo hosted its annual musical programme yesterday evening at the Chhayanaut Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi, titled “Bhalo Theko Phool”. The opening line of a poem by renowned writer Dr Humayun Azad inspired the entire arrangement.

Popular rock band Arbovirus released the official music video for “Kroudh”, the fifth track from their fourth full-length studio album, “Republic of Arbovirus”, on May 8.

Rock legend James enthralled thousands of fans at Shaheed Maruf Stadium in Tangail on Tuesday (May 13) night, delivering a powerful performance as part of a trophy unveiling event for the 2025 BBFC Football Tournament.

The father-son duo of Ferdous Wahid and Habib Wahid, will reunite on-screen in a special programme titled “Chena Mukh Dukh Shukh”, airing today at 5:30pm on Channel i.

After an eight-year hiatus, Bangladesh's iconic rock band Nemesis is set to release their fourth studio album, “VIP”, on May 23. This long-awaited album, comprising 10 tracks, delves into themes of despair and hope, reflecting the band's journey through a global pandemic and societal upheavals.