Ayub Bachchu

Ayub Bachchu’s ‘Rupali Guitar’ restored by fans after years of neglect

The 18-foot-tall “Rupali Guitar,” located at Probortok Mour, was built by the Chattogram City Corporation as a tribute to Bachchu, whose band LRB brought him nationwide fame and earned him a special place in the hearts of Bangladeshis worldwide.

Ayub Bachchu’s long-lost track ‘Inbox’ to release six years after his death

Six years after his passing, the voice of Ayub Bachchu is ready to resonate with fans once again. On December 1, the legendary Bangladeshi rock icon’s previously unreleased song "Inbox" will finally be made public, reigniting the passion of his devoted followers. 

Memoirs of a legend / ‘AB’ through the eyes of Niaz Ahmed Aungshu

In 1995, as Ayub Bachchu’s hit album ‘Koshto’ was released, the album’s cover came as a surprise to people—it was an out-of-the-box design for that time. The man behind the cover is Niaz Ahmed Aungshu, who is not just a cover illustrator, but the person behind many successful lyrics during the 90s, including ‘Meye’, ‘Shecchachari’, and ‘Jonmohin Nokkhotro’, among dozens of others. He is currently an Australian expatriate. Remembering rock legend AB on his death anniversary (October 18), Aungshu reminisces his golden days with Ayub Bachchu and shares his journey as a musical artiste with The Daily Star.

Musicians rally for flood relief with fundraisers, concerts

People across the nation have rallied to support those affected by the floods. Whether it's through donations of money, clothes, or food, everyone is finding ways to assist the flood victims. Some have even travelled to the hardest-hit areas to provide direct aid. The country’s music industry has also stepped up, actively raising funds to help those in need during this crisis.

Bangla music loses its rebellious icon

“I cannot believe that we are seeing scenes like this on the streets of Bangladesh, our own people being treated like this, unbelievable,” wrote Shafin Ahmed four days ago on his Facebook profile. Little did he know that this would be the last visual he would have of his beloved motherland. All his life, Shafin had raised his voice against whatever he perceived as injustice– which also led him to leave the band he helped make legendary, Miles.

Ayub Bachchu’s unreleased song ‘Inbox’ to drop this Eid

A new unreleased song by Ayub Bachchu is set to debut after a significant time. The title of the song is “Inbox” with lyrics penned by lyricist Niaz Ahmed Aungshu. The Ayub Bachchu Foundation intends to unveil the song on Eid.

Chandrabindoo, Fossils showered with love in Dhaka

The concert, organised by the Dhaka University Chhatra League, took place at the central sports field of Dhaka University on Friday (December 8) to usher in the new academic year and extend a warm welcome to the incoming students.

Ibrar Tipu’s first solo concert in New York

Noted singer and music director Ibrar Tipu, has contributed to the music industry of Bangladesh for 26 years. The artiste will perform in New York for the first time on November 5, 2023, at Queens Palace.

Durbin tributes their new song in remembrance of Ayub Bachchu

Paying their respects to the legendary singer Ayub Bachchu, the music band Durbin released a new song “Tomar Bhanga Shohore” on the singer’s 5th death anniversary.

September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023

Ayub Bachchu’s unreleased melodies to echo once more

In honour of the late rock legend Ayub Bachchu, the Ayub Bachchu Foundation is set to release a treasure trove of unreleased songs by the iconic artiste. These songs, carefully preserved by the foundation, will finally see the light of day, as they plan to share those with the audience starting next year.

August 16, 2023
August 16, 2023

The story of Ayub Bachchu’s ‘Eksho Ta Shopno’

While reminiscing about what inspired “Eksho Ta Shopno”, Asif mentioned that he wrote the song about the shattered dreams and aspirations of a lyricist, the uncertainty that a lyricist goes through with their songs, whether anyone would want to sing or not.

November 5, 2022
November 5, 2022

Ayub Bachchu’s guitars, memorabilia on display

What does one normally expect from an exhibition? Intricate pieces of framed art, curious art connoisseurs quietly observing the pieces? Strangely enough, as I walked into the houseful gallery, I found everyone singing out loud to legendary rock songs of the late great Ayub Bachchu.

April 17, 2019
April 17, 2019

The show must go on!

At a Pohela Boishakh programme held at a restaurant in the capital, LRB resurfaced as 'Balam and the Legacy' to put on a performance in tribute to the late great Ayub Bachchu.

December 24, 2018
December 24, 2018

Toronto pays tribute to AB

10 Bangladeshi bands from Canada paid tribute to legendary musician Ayub Bachchu in a stellar concert organised at the Blessed Cardinal Newman High School in Toronto on

December 3, 2018
December 3, 2018

BAMBA's farewell tribute to Ayub Bachchu

It was difficult for the members of Bangladesh Musical Bands Association (BAMBA) to process the shock that was the passing of Ayub Bachchu, whom they dearly referred to as simply 'AB'.

October 27, 2018
October 27, 2018

While a Nation Gently Weeps...Ayub Bachchu

The harmony of the artiste's life was far from being lost. Always full of life and laughter, his contemplations were anything but weary.

October 21, 2018
October 21, 2018

AB home, for good

Bangladesh’s band music legend and founder of LRB, Ayub Bachchu has been laid to eternal rest beside his mother at their family graveyard in Chattogram.

October 21, 2018
October 21, 2018

Adieu, AB

AB is no more. The nation is in his debt, and there's nothing we can do about it. There are murmured demands for some sort of a national tribute or recognition. If you ask me, a man, who has won over hearts, has no use for medals.

October 21, 2018
October 21, 2018

Chattogram's final tribute to THE MAESTRO

Chattogram City Corporation Mayor, A J M Nasir Uddin received Ayub Bachchu's body at Shah Amanat International Airport at 10:55 am and escorted it to the Balur Math area of Purba Madarbari in the port city, where hundreds of people gathered to see their favourite artiste for the last time.