Madonna shines in 'Celebration' tour after near-fatal illness

The 65-year-old Madonna's greatest hits show was pushed back from its original July start date after she was hospitalized in intensive care for a serious bacterial infection.
15 October 2023, 06:02 AM

‘Ochin Majhi’ was a tribute to my late father: Shantanu Moitra

Shantanu Moitra – a name that is synonymous with melody. A composer, musician and pianist, known best for his works in films such as “Parineeta”, “Lage Raho Munna Bhai”, “3 Idiots” and more, his latest work can be heard in the recently released “Mujib: The Making of a Nation”.
14 October 2023, 18:05 PM

Meghdol celebrates 20-year journey

The popular rock band, Meghdol, took to the stage in Dhaka yesterday to mark its journey of over 20 years. The concert titled “Shorote Meghdol” took place at the Liberation War Museum auditorium, near Shyamoli.
14 October 2023, 05:32 AM

Remembering Kishore Kumar: A symphony of versatility

His collaborations with legendary music directors, especially R D Burman, resulted in a musical fusion that produced some of the most iconic and memorable tunes in the history of Indian cinema. The magic they created together, be it the haunting melodies of "Kabhi Kabhi" or the playful notes of "Yeh jo mohabbat hai", contributed to the evergreen quality of Kishore Kumar's discography.
13 October 2023, 11:39 AM

Joan Baez on her documentary and encounter with Bob Dylan

A new documentary about the 82-year-old folk singer-songwriter Joan Baez is set to be screened on Friday and Saturday at the Landmark Nuart Theatre in West LA. The documentary is titled “Joan Baez I Am a Noise”. Throughout this year, she not only released a book of drawings but also spoke at the United Nations in Geneva. Pop musician Lana Del Rey will sit for a chat with the celebrated Baez on Friday too.
12 October 2023, 13:29 PM

How to register for Coke Studio Bangla concert 2023

Earlier, Coke Studio Bangla announced the news of their concert with an animated video by Antik Mahmud. The animated teaser featured the first song of Season 2, "Murir Tin", setting the stage with all the artistes and performers embarking on a musical journey aboard a bus, heading straight to the heart of the Coke Studio Bangla concert.
12 October 2023, 04:41 AM

Shujeo Shyam to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

The 18th edition of the Channel i Music Awards is set to take place on October 18. During this event, artistes in the music industry will receive awards in 22 different categories at a five-star hotel in Dhaka.
11 October 2023, 11:10 AM

Sufjan Stevens dedicates latest album ‘Javelin’ to late partner

“He was an absolute gem of a person, full of life, love, laughter, curiosity, integrity, and joy," wrote Singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens about his late partner Evans Richardson IV.
11 October 2023, 06:45 AM

A look into the origins of 'Moye Moye'

"Moye Moye" is actually pronounced as "Moye More". The catchy rhythm and the frequent repetition of the alliteration "Moye Moye" have captured everyone's attention. While some people enjoy it, others poke fun at the song for getting stuck in their heads.
11 October 2023, 05:42 AM

‘Good Luck Bangladesh’ revived to boost Bangladesh cricket team's spirit

"Back in 1999, when Bangladesh defeated Pakistan in Cricket World Cup, people took to the streets to celebrate and sung this song to their heart's content," said Suvro Dev.
10 October 2023, 16:41 PM

Coke Studio Bangla gears up for extravagant concert

Music lovers, ought to brace themselves because Coke Studio Bangla is back with a bang! After a resoundingly successful Season 2 that left audiences craving for more, the beloved music platform is set to dazzle Dhaka once again with a concert that promises to be nothing short of grandeur and magic. 
10 October 2023, 13:40 PM

Meghdol announces solo concert to celebrate over 20 years together

A voyage of university friends that initially began when casually belting out songs together on their campus transitioned officially in 2002. That year, these friends finally formed their band “Meghdol”. The popular rock band has now surpassed 20 years together, so now they are gearing up to celebrate this momentous occasion.
10 October 2023, 06:05 AM

Bruno Mars flees Israel, cancels show amid escalating tensions

Bruno Mars has regrettably canceled his second sold-out performance in Tel Aviv, Israel, due to the recent surge in violence caused by ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.
9 October 2023, 04:59 AM

Taehyung’s ‘Layover’ mesmerises in whimsically rhythmic waves

If I were to be unabashedly honest, then I would have to admit that even as a 15-year-old, back in the day, I couldn't really grasp the notion of having one ultimate artiste as my favourite singer. I would definitely notice my friends being completely enthralled by their respective favourites, so I surrendered to believing that I'll never really be able to claim a specific singer as my go-to. At that age, I really thought that it was too late for me to determine my ‘stan’. After all, how could I decide upon a matter that simply never felt special to me?
8 October 2023, 16:31 PM

Level Five’s ‘Semicolon’ is an urge to embrace life

The choice of title, "Semicolon", carries profound symbolism. A semicolon represents the continuation of someone's life despite facing adversity—it symbolises strength in the midst of a storm. In the context of mental health, it serves as an affirmation of solidarity against a myriad of challenges.
8 October 2023, 07:57 AM

Pritom Hasan's solo concert upcoming

The artiste turned to social media to connect with his fans. He asked them to share their favourite songs, and from their responses, he curated a playlist of 18 beloved tracks. This carefully selected list includes hits like "Shorgohara", "Bhenge Porona Ebhabe", "Ami Amar Moto", "Shoroter Shesh Thekey", "Rajkumar", and "Shotti Naki Bhul" among others. 
8 October 2023, 05:55 AM

Suga amasses over 100m Spotify streams

BTS’ Suga attained a new landmark on the largest music streaming platform, Spotify, recently. His solo song “The Last” crossed over 100 million streams to also become his ninth song that exceeded this mark.
7 October 2023, 12:11 PM

Lucky Ali's magical performance in Dhaka

While clouds in Dhaka poured heavy rain across the city yesterday, a domain of nostalgia emanated around Aloki when a familiar voice, who holds a special place in hearts of '90s kids, came to Dhaka to perform for thousands of audiences at "Leading The Times: Pioneers Across Generations".
7 October 2023, 10:52 AM

Bangabandhu biopic ‘Mujib’ drops its only song ahead of release

The music for "Ochin Majhi" is composed by Shantanu Moitra, with lyrics penned by Zahid Akbar and vocals provided by Rathijit Bhattacharjee. The lyrics originated from Dhaka and the final song was produced in Mumbai studios.
6 October 2023, 11:58 AM

Singer Shithi Saha suffering from cancer, gives birth

Popular Bangladeshi singer Shithi Saha has embraced motherhood while battling cancer. In 2022, she was diagnosed with breast cancer but decided to leave her footprints through motherhood before the disease could dim her light. 
6 October 2023, 05:33 AM