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Nemesis returns with new album ‘VIP’

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.

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Chirkutt returns with new album ‘Bhalobashashomogro’

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”.

23h ago

Three eminent lyricists honoured by Lyricist Association of Bangladesh

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.

1d ago

Taylor Swift subpoenaed in lawsuit over ‘It Ends With Us’

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”.

2d ago

Buddha Purnima cultural festival to be held in six districts including Dhaka

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.

3d ago

Mustafa Zaman Abbasi no more

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

3d ago

Halsey and Amy Lee team up for a track in ‘John Wick’ spin-off 'Ballerina'

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”.

3d ago

Samina Chowdhury to release a song for Mother's Day

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.

4d ago

Nemesis returns with new album ‘VIP’

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.

4h ago

Chirkutt returns with new album ‘Bhalobashashomogro’

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”.

23h ago

Three eminent lyricists honoured by Lyricist Association of Bangladesh

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.

1d ago

Taylor Swift subpoenaed in lawsuit over ‘It Ends With Us’

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”.

2d ago

Buddha Purnima cultural festival to be held in six districts including Dhaka

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.

3d ago

Mustafa Zaman Abbasi no more

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

3d ago

Halsey and Amy Lee team up for a track in ‘John Wick’ spin-off 'Ballerina'

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”.

3d ago

Samina Chowdhury to release a song for Mother's Day

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.

4d ago

A legacy of Tagore songs in Bengali and Hindi films

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.

4d ago

Bangladesh gave me the respect West Bengal didn’t: Kabir Suman

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.

5d ago