Nearly two decades into their musical journey, Chirkutt has surprisingly only released three albums so far. Two years ago, they teased fans with the announcement of a new album titled “Pendulum”.

Each lyricist spoke about their musical journeys, sharing memories and reflections with the audience. Short biographical videos were presented, highlighting milestones from their careers and personal anecdotes.

Global pop icon Taylor Swift has been subpoenaed in the ongoing legal dispute involving actor-director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively, connected to the film “It Ends With Us”.

To mark the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a simultaneous cultural festival across six districts, including Dhaka, for today at 7pm. While the Buddhist holiday falls on May 11 this year, the festivities are scheduled a day in advance.

A revered Bangladeshi musicologist, author, and television figure, Mustafa Zaman Abbasi passed away at 7:00am today at the age of 87.

Pop powerhouse songstresses Halsey and Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee have joined forces for a dramatic new single, “Hand That Feeds”, created for the upcoming “John Wick” spin-off film “Ballerina”.

For the first time in her illustrious career, Samina has recorded a song dedicated to her mother, titled “Narir Bandhan”, written by Kamrul Nannu and composed by Murad Noor. The music arrangement was done by Mushfiq Litu, while Samina herself directed the music video.

Today, on 25th Boishakh, the 164th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, the legacy of his music continues to echo far and wide- not just in the hearts of Bengalis, but across the cinematic landscapes of both Bengal and Bollywood. While his poetry and songs remain an inseparable part of everyday life, Rabindra Sangeet has also found a cherished place in both Bengali and Hindi cinema, often adapted, referenced, or directly used to elevate cinematic storytelling.

For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

Today marks the sixth death anniversary of legendary singer Subir Nandi, whose timeless voice continues to resonate with generations of music lovers. Though he passed away on May 7, 2019, his melodies remain ever-present—on the radio, across streaming platforms, or simply heard in passing—stirring memories and emotions among fans old and new.

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.