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Skipping the Coke Studio Bangla concert amidst Gaza Crisis

Coca-Cola’s involvement has sparked a conversation about today’s Coke Studio Bangla concert. An ethical question has emerged in this discourse: should one attend the concert?

Entertainment's unsung heroes / Art director Shihab Nurun Nabi talks to The Daily Star

One of the unsung heroes, that are responsible for everything that you see on the screen apart from the protagonist, is the production design crew. And a facet of that department is Art Direction.

Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Nahubo’ / A song that exposed our fear of the hybrid

What made 'Nasek Nasek' so popular, whereas 'Nahubo' received sceptical responses?

Coke Studio Bangla back with season two

Coke Studio Bangla began their journey last year, creating a worldwide phenomenon with their intricate musical compositions. This year, they aim to return with a new season, which they have already announced on social media—accompanied by a teaser for what’s to come.

Saadul Islam: A story of six strings and visual arts

Saadul Islam is the amazing guitar player from Coke Studio Bangla. However, his guitar licks on “Nasek Nasek”, “Bhober Pagol” and “Chiltey Roud” are but small glimpses into the artiste that he is.

WATCH LIVE: Coke Studio Bangla concert begins

After an entire day of speculation and rumours, Coke Studio Bangla concert has commenced, at Bangladesh Army Stadium. An entire day of rain meant that the event had to be cut short, with most musicians abridging their set, and some having their slot cancelled altogether. Despite the 7-hour delay, music lovers have  filled the venue to the brim, being serenaded by Arnob & Co.

Of grief, longing and 'Chiltey Roud'

Grief can be both excruciating and cathartic.

Coke Studio Bangla: Arnob, Boga Taleb deliver an unforgettable bhawaiya experience

As “Chiltey Roud” headed towards its majestic outro, pairing Boga Taleb’s resounding, celestial vocals with Shayan Chowdhury Arnob’s calming delivery – the shehnai playing in the background almost brought me to tears.

Was the second serving of Coke as refreshing as the first?

Let us get this out of the way first: “Nasek Nasek” was so dynamic, energetic and well-executed musically, that it made it unusually difficult for any song to follow it up.

November 10, 2023
November 10, 2023

Skipping the Coke Studio Bangla concert amidst Gaza Crisis

Coca-Cola’s involvement has sparked a conversation about today’s Coke Studio Bangla concert. An ethical question has emerged in this discourse: should one attend the concert?

July 14, 2023
July 14, 2023

Art director Shihab Nurun Nabi talks to The Daily Star

One of the unsung heroes, that are responsible for everything that you see on the screen apart from the protagonist, is the production design crew. And a facet of that department is Art Direction.

March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023

A song that exposed our fear of the hybrid

What made 'Nasek Nasek' so popular, whereas 'Nahubo' received sceptical responses?

February 2, 2023
February 2, 2023

Coke Studio Bangla back with season two

Coke Studio Bangla began their journey last year, creating a worldwide phenomenon with their intricate musical compositions. This year, they aim to return with a new season, which they have already announced on social media—accompanied by a teaser for what’s to come.

November 21, 2022
November 21, 2022

Saadul Islam: A story of six strings and visual arts

Saadul Islam is the amazing guitar player from Coke Studio Bangla. However, his guitar licks on “Nasek Nasek”, “Bhober Pagol” and “Chiltey Roud” are but small glimpses into the artiste that he is.

June 9, 2022
June 9, 2022

WATCH LIVE: Coke Studio Bangla concert begins

After an entire day of speculation and rumours, Coke Studio Bangla concert has commenced, at Bangladesh Army Stadium. An entire day of rain meant that the event had to be cut short, with most musicians abridging their set, and some having their slot cancelled altogether. Despite the 7-hour delay, music lovers have  filled the venue to the brim, being serenaded by Arnob & Co.

May 18, 2022
May 18, 2022

Of grief, longing and 'Chiltey Roud'

Grief can be both excruciating and cathartic.

May 15, 2022
May 15, 2022

Coke Studio Bangla: Arnob, Boga Taleb deliver an unforgettable bhawaiya experience

As “Chiltey Roud” headed towards its majestic outro, pairing Boga Taleb’s resounding, celestial vocals with Shayan Chowdhury Arnob’s calming delivery – the shehnai playing in the background almost brought me to tears.

April 2, 2022
April 2, 2022

Was the second serving of Coke as refreshing as the first?

Let us get this out of the way first: “Nasek Nasek” was so dynamic, energetic and well-executed musically, that it made it unusually difficult for any song to follow it up.

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