Jennie of BLACKPINK officially announces her label, OA

BLACKPINK's Jennie has now ventured into the realm of personal labels. The singer has finally unveiled her much-awaited debut with a label named OA. This development follows closely on the heels of the K-pop group's recent renewal of their exclusive contract with YG Entertainment. Despite this, uncertainties persist regarding the details of their individual contracts.
24 December 2023, 10:12 AM

13th ‘Sanjeeb Utshob’ to be held today

The Sanjeeb Utshob Udjapon Parishad has been organising the event at the University of Dhaka (DU) every year since 2010.
24 December 2023, 07:04 AM

'Last Christmas' secures top spot almost 40 years after release

British pop duo Wham! has made a resounding return to the forefront of the music scene as their timeless track "Last Christmas" secured the coveted top spot on the Official Charts Christmas list by BBC Radio 1. The song, a creation of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, has soared to prominence almost four decades after its original release, captivating listeners and claiming the Christmas number-one spot.
23 December 2023, 13:51 PM

Ustad Rashid Khan suffers brain stroke, is in critical state

One of the leading figures in Indian classical music, Ustad Rashid Khan, is critically ill due to a severe brain stroke. The renowned musician has been hospitalised for an extended period.
23 December 2023, 12:48 PM

Guru-disciple duo to release new song next year

Popular musician Imran regards the acclaimed Habib Wahid as his musical mentor, having gained extensive knowledge from his "guru" since the inception of his music career. Over time, Imran has delivered numerous popular songs in the past decade, highlighting his musical prowess.
23 December 2023, 07:31 AM

US court revives Nirvana album cover lawsuit

On Thursday, a federal appeals court in Los Angeles revived a child sexual exploitation lawsuit brought forth by Spencer Elden, the man featured as a naked 4-month-old on Nirvana's 1991 album cover for Nevermind.
23 December 2023, 04:43 AM

‘Bhul Koro Na’: Taposh’s new track featuring Sajal, released

The quiz campaign surrounding the song engaged over ten thousand people, with more than seven hundred providing correct answers. A lucky winner, selected from among them, will be awarded a cash prize of Tk one lakh very soon.
22 December 2023, 11:42 AM

Jimin releases new solo 'Closer Than This' for fans

In a heartfelt move, the music video of BTS member Jimin's new solo song "Closer Than This" was released today. HYBE shared the four-minute-long video on their YouTube channel, offering a glimpse into BTS' decade-long journey.
22 December 2023, 10:44 AM

Partha Barua releases ‘Binomoy’, a song recorded live

The song, written by Rashid Khan and composed by the singer himself, was recorded live and simultaneously released on his social media handles and YouTube on Tuesday.
21 December 2023, 07:01 AM

BTS members rank among wealthiest shareholders in entertainment industry

BTS members have now joined the exclusive ranks of shareholders, achieving another milestone after their remarkable success in the music industry with chart-topping tracks.
21 December 2023, 05:08 AM

New music platform "Song Zone" launches

In a bid to empower Bangla music, a new music platform named "Song Zone" has been launched, marking its debut on the grand occasion of Victory Day celebrations by releasing mash-up content. This platform sets out on a mission to create a fresh language in music while collaborating with emerging talents in the industry.
20 December 2023, 14:05 PM

Rajib Ashraf’s unpublished song to be featured in ‘Mukto Karagar’

The film, titled “Mukto Karagar”, will be directed by Rahima Afrooz Munni. The film’s directorial panel is utilising one of Rajib’s unpublished songs, “Agachhar Phool”, for their film.
19 December 2023, 07:30 AM

Celine Dion loses control of her muscles battling stiff person syndrome

Celine Dion's battle with stiff-person syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, has worsened. According to her sister Claudette Dion in an interview with 7 Jours, the singer "lacks control over her muscles."
19 December 2023, 06:32 AM

Demi Lovato engaged to musician Jordan 'Jutes' Lutes

Singer Demi Lovato and musician Jordan 'Jutes' Lutes have announced their engagement following a year of dating. Their relationship milestone was confirmed by a representative of the pop star, stating that the engagement took place on Saturday in Los Angeles.
18 December 2023, 06:47 AM

Blackpink claims the highest-grossing vocal group title in history

The South Korean girl group, Blackpink, has once again rewritten the rulebook of musical success, this time by claiming the title of the highest-grossing concert by a vocal group in history.
18 December 2023, 05:34 AM

Arijit Singh reveals AR Rahman was the first to use auto-tune

In a recent interview, Arijit Singh explained that auto-tune cannot turn non-singers into singers and revealed that Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman first used it.
17 December 2023, 11:39 AM

Kailash Kher to release new album after 6 years

In a musical comeback that fans have eagerly awaited, Kailash Kher, the soulful voice behind hits like "Allah Ke Bande" and "Teri Deewani", is gearing up to release his sixth album, titled "Oh Dil Jaani".
17 December 2023, 10:42 AM

Coke Studio Bangla presents ‘Karar Oi Louho Kabat’ in original tune amid Pippa controversy

Coke Studio Bangla has launched a new video song featuring eminent poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s “Karar Oi Louho Kabat", in its original tune sung by young students from numerous educational institutions of the country, to commemorate the 53rd Victory Day.
17 December 2023, 10:33 AM

‘Was about to do a song with him, ended up marrying him’

Even though she started her journey in “Close Up 1” in 2006, Abanti Sithi finally gained the recognition that she deserved in 2018 in Kolkata’s “Sa Re Ga Ma Pa” in 2018. Besides her prodigal singing prowess, she is also known as the ‘whistle-queen’ because of her pitch-perfect whistling skills. From a simple cup to a foil-paper, Sithi can make random paraphernalia sing as well. She has entered a new phase of life, and talks to The Daily Star while on the runway to Sylhet.
17 December 2023, 10:14 AM

Australian rockers AC/DC mourn original drummer Colin Burgess

Australian rockers AC/DC are mourning the band's original drummer Colin Burgess, who has died aged 77, the group said on social media.
17 December 2023, 04:39 AM