Music
May Day Special / Remembering Fakir Alamgir, the voice of the working class
Fakir Alamgir’s life embodies the spirit of May Day — representing both its struggles and triumphs. His lifelong dedication to the rights and welfare of the working class through his music marks him as a true champion of the labourers' cause.
Eagerly waiting to hear his voice: Kumar Biswajit on Nibir’s health
"Looking at Nibir's expression, it seems like he recognises us, we can feel that. Sometimes he stares, and turns around. When we say, 'Baba and Maa is here’, he seems like he can understand and recognise us. We are eagerly waiting for the moment when he will call me ‘baba’ once again!”
‘A Legacy of Maihar Senia Gharana’: Chhayanaut to celebrate musical heritage
Music aficionados in Dhaka are gearing up for a mesmerising evening as the "A Legacy of Maihar Senia Gharana" event is set to grace the stage at the Chhayanaut Cultural Centre. Scheduled to take place from 4pm to 9pm on May 1, this musical evening promises to be an enchanting journey through the rich tradition of the Maihar Senia Gharana.
Runa Laila to pay tribute to mothers on Mother's Day with new song
What's more noteworthy is that this iconic artiste has lent her voice to the song alongside young musician Khairul Wasi, a collaboration not commonly seen.
Taylor Swift's new album dominates US sales and Billboard charts
Pop megastar Taylor Swift sold 2.61 million album and streaming units of "The Tortured Poets Department" (TTPD) during its first week of release in the US, Billboard reported on Sunday, calling it "a gigantic debut at No 1" on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
BTS’ agency reminds of ‘zero-tolerance policy’ against rumour-mongers
BigHit Music, the management company for BTS, has updated fans regarding legal actions against infringements on the group's rights. Through a statement on Weverse, the agency expressed concern over the increased intensity of efforts to tarnish and slander the artistes in recent weeks. Additionally, it highlighted the excessive nature of malicious attempts to defame, humiliate, spread rumors, and disseminate groundless information about the artistes.
Tahsan, Farin’s ‘Ronge Ronge’ tops YouTube trends in Bangladesh
The song "Ronge Ronge Rongin Hobo" received initial acclaim at the magazine event. Although Tahsan Khan is a seasoned musician, Tasnia Farin especially captivated the audience with her exceptional vocal talent — despite not being a professional singer.
Asif Akbar shares experience of recording in AR Rahman’s studio
Popular musician Asif Akbar recently shared his delightful experience of recording a song at the studio of Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman. Taking to his Facebook account today, he expressed his excitement to fans while also voicing his disappointment with the current state of the audio industry in our country.
Eminem teases new album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’
Titled “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace)”, the rapper's camp confirmed the album's title late Thursday (April 25) to the Detroit Free Press. A playful 30-second ad aired on the NFL Network, hinting at the arrival of Eminem's 12th studio album this summer, marking his first release since 2020.
Kanye West faces new lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and harassment
Filed on Friday (April 26) in Los Angeles, the lawsuit details Provo’s experiences working for Kanye from August 2021. He alleges that Black employees were treated less favourably than their non-Black counterparts and were paid less without justification.
Guitar played by John Lennon and George Harrison on ‘Help!’ to be auctioned
A rare piece of Beatles history is set to hit the auction block, as a 12-string guitar once wielded by John Lennon and George Harrison during the recording of the iconic album "Help!" goes up for sale. The acoustic Framus “Hootenanny” guitar, believed to have been lost for nearly six decades, will be auctioned by Julien’s Auctions, based in California.
Taylor Swift beats Beatles in race to 12th UK number one album
Taylor Swift topped the British music charts last Friday with "The Tortured Poets Department" (TTPD), outselling the rest of the top ten combined and beating the Beatles for the record of the fastest artiste to rack up 12 UK number-one albums.
Weaving ‘Tati’ as a musical, visual treat
It has been a couple of weeks at least since the Bangla New Year celebrations, which we lovingly refer to as Noboborsho. However, Coke Studio Bangla’s “Tati” is still dominating playlists. ‘Taanti’, or in this case “Tati”, refers to the craftsperson or the creator of fabrics, who works with the material called taant – depicting motifs, colourful borders, and softness to touch. Especially in this heat, a taant saree or a fatua is always a welcome addition to an average Bangladeshi wardrobe, allowing one to breathe easy and at the same time, look trendy.
Drake removes Ai-generated Tupac track from instagram amid legal dispute
Drake has taken down a track from his Instagram account that featured AI-generated voices of Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. The decision came after reports emerged that lawyers representing Tupac's estate had threatened legal action against the Canadian megastar.
Ritu Raj blends tradition and panache
Recently, the singer released his track “Poro Choitali Shajhe” from his album “Raj”, a project that had been a dream for both him and his elder brother, Prithwi Raj. Unfortunately, Prithwi's untimely passing in 2019 momentarily halted their work.
Shironamhin releases new track ‘Janena Keu’
The music video for this song was filmed in multiple locations in India, including Delhi, Manali, Sisu, and by the Beas River. It features actors Sifat Amin Shubh and Jannatul Ferdous Bisma alongside the members of the band. "Janena Keu" is the second track from the band’s eighth album “Baatighar”. The album contains a total of 10 songs.
Rabiraag to pay tribute to Sadi Mohammad today
Cultural organisation Rabiraag, well-known for its celebration of the essence of music, is poised to pay tribute to the memory of the legendary Rabindra Sangeet maestro, Sadi Mohammad.
Nemesis and Cryptic Fate set to rock capital at ‘Louder Together’
The anticipation for the concert reached new heights when Nemesis teased an on-stage collaboration with Cryptic Fate through a video shared on their official Facebook page on April 21. The video, shot at 'the Engineroom', captures the camaraderie between the band members as they engage in playful banter about their favourite Cryptic Fate songs, building anticipation for the upcoming spectacle.
