Woman arrested after gunfire hits Rihanna’s Beverly Hills home
10 March 2026, 14:52 PM
Music
Channel i launches folk music show ‘I Folk Fever’
10 March 2026, 12:23 PM
Music
After eight-year legal battle, Asif Akbar acquitted in liquor case
10 March 2026, 10:48 AM
Music
Runa Laila moved as song inspires alphabet for India’s Toto language
9 March 2026, 11:19 AM
Music
Hyder Husyn's death rumour spreads online, singer embarrassed
8 March 2026, 11:01 AM
Music
Bubly to make singing debut on ‘Ityadi’
8 March 2026, 11:00 AM
Entertainment
Runa Laila’s song inspires endangered Indian tribe to create its own alphabet
7 March 2026, 12:58 PM
Music
Channel i Music Awards to hold 20th edition in Bogura
6 March 2026, 13:23 PM
Music
Aurthohin sees lineup change as two members depart
6 March 2026, 13:16 PM
Music
BTS unveils tracklist for upcoming album ‘Arirang’
5 March 2026, 11:45 AM
Music
BTS’ Suga sets record as first solo K-pop artiste with 15 million YouTube likes
BTS member Min Yoongi, known more widely as Suga, has achieved a milestone as the first solo K-pop artiste to surpass 15 million likes on a YouTube music video, joining the ranks of rappers like Eminem, Drake, PSY, and XXXTentacion.
30 October 2024, 08:51 AM
Shantoneel's Gaan Mela launches to support new talent
Shantoneel’s musical journey began at age four under his mother’s guidance, later honing his craft with mentors such as Pandit Ramkanai Das and Pandit Ramesh Misra.
30 October 2024, 06:46 AM
Firoze Jong to perform at ‘Dhaka Vibes’ concert
The dynamic band Firoze Jong, known for its popularity among young audiences, is set to perform at the “Dhaka Vibes” concert.
30 October 2024, 06:11 AM
Bappa Mazumder and Tania welcome their baby girl
Renowned singer-songwriter and music director Bappa Mazumder has become a father once again, welcoming a baby girl with actress Tania Hossain. Bappa, thrilled with the news, shared his joy with Prothom Alo, expressing his excitement over becoming a father to a daughter.
28 October 2024, 11:17 AM
AR Rahman criticises AI in music, labels it 'evil'
Acclaimed composer AR Rahman is the latest prominent figure in the music industry to voice concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) within the field. He has urged for limitations to be placed on the unchecked use of this technology.
27 October 2024, 12:51 PM
Dhaka Intl Folk Festival unveils this year’s venue and dates
The Dhaka International Folk Festival is all set to be returning to music lovers with a new zest and excitement, after a four-year break.
27 October 2024, 11:07 AM
BTS’ Jin delivers retro rockabilly feel with 'I’ll Be There'
Today, BTS member Jin has released a new song in anticipation of his solo album, “Happy”. The lively track, called “I’ll Be There”, is a tribute to the rockabilly style, blending elements of rock and country music.
25 October 2024, 12:18 PM
Moni Kishore laid to rest at Banashree
Authorities have granted the necessary permissions, and Moni Kishore was laid to rest at Banashree Cemetery, near Baitul Jannat Jame Mosque in South Banashree, following a prayer service at 9pm on Thursday. The singer’s brother-in-law, Pradip Kumar Mistri, confirmed the details.
25 October 2024, 06:51 AM
Google Doodle celebrates iconic Indian singer KK
Born on August 23, 1968, in Delhi, KK's voice and romantic ballads have immortalised him in Indian music history. His musical journey began after graduating from Kirori Mal College at Delhi University. Before turning fully to music, KK initially stepped into a marketing career, yet his passion for singing soon led him down a different path.
25 October 2024, 06:41 AM
Atif Aslam concert tickets secure, Army Stadium confirmed as venue
While the tickets for the event, titled "Magical Night 2.0", have already been “sold out”, major concerns now loom over both the security of fan data and the actual availability of tickets.
24 October 2024, 06:34 AM
Folk Fest to make a grand comeback after five-year hiatus
After a five-year hiatus, Folk Fest, an annual programme celebrating Bangladesh’s vibrant folk music heritage, is set to make its grand comeback.
24 October 2024, 06:24 AM
Shakira breaks major Taylor Swift record before global tour
Taylor Swift made history when her Eras Tour became the highest-grossing tour ever and the first to surpass $1 billion in revenue. However, Shakira's upcoming world tour has already surpassed this milestone.
23 October 2024, 11:19 AM
Great lyrics, composition, and vocals make a song timeless: Fahmida Nabi
“I’m particularly excited about these songs because they were all penned by a group of talented female lyricists. Working with female artistes is a special joy for me,” the renowned singer shared in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.
22 October 2024, 18:05 PM
Ritu Raj, Masha, and Nandita to perform for underprivileged children
Three young singers—Ritu Raj, Masha Islam, and Nandita Mahmood—are set to perform at "Utshob Shondha 2024," an event aimed at raising funds for the welfare of marginalised and underprivileged children and adolescents.
22 October 2024, 08:39 AM
Mousumi Hamid appears in music video honouring cancer survivors
The song, titled “Olpo Ektu Jiboner Gaan,” has been voiced by Tasnova Tabassum Atoshi. While Atoshi has directed short films before, this is her debut song as a singer.
22 October 2024, 05:49 AM
Original Iron Maiden frontman Paul Di’Anno passes away at 66
Paul Di’Anno, the original frontman of the iconic heavy metal group Iron Maiden, has passed away at the age of 66.
22 October 2024, 05:41 AM
The timeless allure of Jibanananda Das on screen
Known by various titles—“The Poet of Love” and “Poet of Ruposhi Bangla”—Jibanananda's metaphysical and magically realist verses have enchanted countless readers and audiences. His influence spills over from literature into cinema, inspiring iconic works from the 90s rock band Moheener Ghoraguli to films like Sayantan Mukherjee’s “Jhora Palok” and Robiul Alam Robi’s “Moribar Holo Taar Shwaad.”
21 October 2024, 18:06 PM
Diljit Dosanjh becomes first Indian artiste to appear on Billboard Canada
Singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has made history by becoming the first Indian artiste to appear on the cover of Billboard Canada’s print edition. This milestone coincides with the launch of Billboard Canada’s inaugural issue, featuring exclusive highlights from Dosanjh’s “Dil-Luminati” tour, a defining moment both in his career and for Indian artistes breaking into the North American music industry.
21 October 2024, 07:25 AM
Sagor Dewan and Faria Mahin respond to family allegations
Sagor Dewan, one of the voices behind the popular Coke Studio Bangla song "Malo Ma", has spoken out alongside his wife, Faria Mahin, regarding false allegations made by her family. The couple, who tied the knot on June 25, had been in a relationship for nearly two years prior to their marriage, while Faria was pursuing her studies at a university in New York.
20 October 2024, 13:40 PM
Cher, Ozzy Osbourne, and others among Rock Hall of Fame inductees
Cher, Mary J Blige and Ozzy Osbourne were among this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, an elite group formally introduced into the music pantheon Saturday at a star-studded concert gala.
20 October 2024, 06:44 AM