It’s hard to picture the city’s nightlife without the thumping beats of electronic music that now energise its party scene. However, rewind to the late ‘90s and the scene didn’t exist. It all started with a group of youth known for crafting the perfect mixtapes for friends. One such individual, Ali Arsalan, now known as RCBD, went from curating birthday playlists to igniting a movement that would put Bangladesh on the global electronic music map.
Linkin Park returns with new vocalist Emily Armstrong.
Movements leave an indelible mark on the psyche of the people, and thus, the culture. As people are pushed to the brink of intolerance through oppressive measures,
Bangladesh recently witnessed a significant level of unrest due to the consequences of violent clashes which followed the quota reform movement. Over the past week, violence erupted across the country, especially turning the capital city into a battlefield. However, the situation is now being strictly monitored with the enforcement of curfews.
Music is deeply connected with human emotions and often acts as therapy, which helps heal the mind and soul. Apart from listening to different forms of music, musical films is a popular genre in cinemas, where the narrative is highly depended on melody.
Runa Laila is a globally acclaimed artiste who has made her mark with various achievements including being honoured with the coveted Independence Award. This esteemed artiste, famed especially in the subcontinent, began her singing career 60 years ago, observing six decades in music today.
The genre-defying girl group prides itself on feeding everything and anything into their music
Legendary singer and composer Kumar Bishwajit is enduring another woeful birthday as his only child Nibir, remains hospitalised after a severe road accident. The renowned singer is anxiously awaiting Nibir’s quick recovery.
Musician Rinku has been battling with illness for quite a long time now. In 2020, he experienced two strokes, which left his right arm and leg paralyzed. Subsequently, Rinku suffered additional strokes, impairing his ability to speak properly and forcing him to cease practicing music. He resides in his own home in Bara Sawta village, located in Atrai Upazila of Naogaon.
Managing sales and picking out the right venue is crucial if Dhaka is headed down the road of indoor concerts.
I don't remember at what point in life I learned to recognize the fallacy behind the not-like-other-girls phenomenon and discarded it for an all-encompassing love for female friendship and solidarity, in acceptance of femininity in all its forms. But I do know that Taylor Swift played a significant role in it.
All in all, music is pretty significant in my life nonetheless.
This month marks 10 years of the legendary album.
"I’m working really hard to build back my strength, but touring can be very difficult even when you’re 100%."
I repeated the process throughout what time was left, playing a different tune for every question paper.
Backstreet Boys are a group truly worth celebrating and they will continue to be one of the most influential bands of all time.
Amidst the timeless tapestry of music, where tradition meets innovation, Pritom Hasan emerges as a maestro who fearlessly traverses uncharted territories. In his latest Coke Studio endeavour, "Deora", he weaves together the threads of Bangla folk genres, urban grooves, and even draws inspiration from the anime realm. With Pritom Hasan's distinctive musical vision, we embark on a rhythmic odyssey that transcends borders and defies expectations.
"Love/Hate" is set to release on May 19.
The guessing game began a few days ago, when an anonymous, untitled book scheduled for July 9, “4C Untitled Flatiron Nonfiction Summer 2023”, had Taylor Swift fans so convinced she had written a memoir that they made it a bestseller.
