Shafin Ahmed

Celebrating Shafin Ahmed: A tribute to the maestro

Playing intricately groovy bass lines while effortlessly singing in tune with his ethereal voice at the same time, often clad in his signature hat and always well-fashioned both on and off stage, Shafin Ahmed was an epitome of showmanship. The artiste was a larger-than-life persona not only in the history of Bangla rock music but also in the history of Bangladeshi art, regardless of mediums.

Music icons to unite to honour Shafin Ahmed’s legacy

A tribute concert titled “Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend” has been organised to commemorate the legacy of the late band icon Shafin Ahmed. Set to take place on February 13 at Aloki in Tejgaon, Dhaka, the event will feature performances by fellow musicians in his honour.

Shafin Ahmed laid to rest atop his father’s burial site

Shafin Ahmed, the legendary figure in the music industry, was laid to rest atop his father's burial site, with the grave of his mother renowned singer Firoza Begum nearby. 

Bangladeshi musicians excel on international stages

The monsoon season usually marks a lull in concert activities, however, musicians and bands from the country are keeping busy with performances overseas. Many music artistes are taking the stage in various countries around the globe, including Europe and the United States.

Shafin Ahmed’s burial scheduled for July 30

Shafin Ahmed was born on February 14, 1961. He was born to legendary Nazrul Sangeet exponent Firoza Begum and famed composer Kamal Dasgupta.

Shafin Ahmed's first janaza held in Virginia, preparations underway for Dhaka

Shafin Ahmed's initial funeral service (janaza) took place today, two days after his passing, following jummah prayers at a mosque in Virginia, USA. At the same time, arrangements are actively underway to return his body to Dhaka. The Bengali community in Virginia paid their final respects to the artiste, after the funeral prayers. Shafin Ahmed's son, Azraf, communicated this information to the media.

Arko Mukherjee pays homage to Shafin Ahmed

Miles, a renowned Bangladeshi band, struck a chord with the youth of Kolkata, especially during the 1990s. Shafin Ahmed, a former leading light in the band, became an icon for aspiring musicians in the band music scene. The recent passing of Shafin Ahmed has left a void in the hearts of many in Bengal, especially in Kolkata, as they mourn the loss of the star.

Shafin Ahmed: The voice of our youth and the echo of our memories

Shafin Ahmed, the soul of Bangladesh's rock music scene, was not just a singer; he embodied our youth, dreams, and memories. Born on 14 February, 1961, in the heart of Kolkata, Shafin was destined for greatness. His foray into the band Miles truly defined his career and left an indelible mark on a generation of Bangladeshis.

Shafin Ahmed to be laid to rest atop his father's grave

Shafin Ahmed, the celebrated and iconic band musician, will be laid to rest beside his father, the esteemed composer Kamal Dasgupta. The 63-year-old music legend passed away at 6:50am on Thursday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Virginia, USA.

February 17, 2025
February 17, 2025

Celebrating Shafin Ahmed: A tribute to the maestro

Playing intricately groovy bass lines while effortlessly singing in tune with his ethereal voice at the same time, often clad in his signature hat and always well-fashioned both on and off stage, Shafin Ahmed was an epitome of showmanship. The artiste was a larger-than-life persona not only in the history of Bangla rock music but also in the history of Bangladeshi art, regardless of mediums.

February 8, 2025
February 8, 2025

Music icons to unite to honour Shafin Ahmed’s legacy

A tribute concert titled “Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend” has been organised to commemorate the legacy of the late band icon Shafin Ahmed. Set to take place on February 13 at Aloki in Tejgaon, Dhaka, the event will feature performances by fellow musicians in his honour.

July 30, 2024
July 30, 2024

Shafin Ahmed laid to rest atop his father’s burial site

Shafin Ahmed, the legendary figure in the music industry, was laid to rest atop his father's burial site, with the grave of his mother renowned singer Firoza Begum nearby. 

July 29, 2024
July 29, 2024

Bangladeshi musicians excel on international stages

The monsoon season usually marks a lull in concert activities, however, musicians and bands from the country are keeping busy with performances overseas. Many music artistes are taking the stage in various countries around the globe, including Europe and the United States.

July 28, 2024
July 28, 2024

Shafin Ahmed’s burial scheduled for July 30

Shafin Ahmed was born on February 14, 1961. He was born to legendary Nazrul Sangeet exponent Firoza Begum and famed composer Kamal Dasgupta.

July 27, 2024
July 27, 2024

Shafin Ahmed's first janaza held in Virginia, preparations underway for Dhaka

Shafin Ahmed's initial funeral service (janaza) took place today, two days after his passing, following jummah prayers at a mosque in Virginia, USA. At the same time, arrangements are actively underway to return his body to Dhaka. The Bengali community in Virginia paid their final respects to the artiste, after the funeral prayers. Shafin Ahmed's son, Azraf, communicated this information to the media.

July 27, 2024
July 27, 2024

Arko Mukherjee pays homage to Shafin Ahmed

Miles, a renowned Bangladeshi band, struck a chord with the youth of Kolkata, especially during the 1990s. Shafin Ahmed, a former leading light in the band, became an icon for aspiring musicians in the band music scene. The recent passing of Shafin Ahmed has left a void in the hearts of many in Bengal, especially in Kolkata, as they mourn the loss of the star.

July 26, 2024
July 26, 2024

Shafin Ahmed: The voice of our youth and the echo of our memories

Shafin Ahmed, the soul of Bangladesh's rock music scene, was not just a singer; he embodied our youth, dreams, and memories. Born on 14 February, 1961, in the heart of Kolkata, Shafin was destined for greatness. His foray into the band Miles truly defined his career and left an indelible mark on a generation of Bangladeshis.

July 26, 2024
July 26, 2024

Shafin Ahmed to be laid to rest atop his father's grave

Shafin Ahmed, the celebrated and iconic band musician, will be laid to rest beside his father, the esteemed composer Kamal Dasgupta. The 63-year-old music legend passed away at 6:50am on Thursday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Virginia, USA.

July 26, 2024
July 26, 2024

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.