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Taylor Swift breaks Spotify record with surprise release ‘Patient Zero’
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Ed Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium concerts cancelled over severe weather
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26 September 2026 • Music
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Ankan and Nandita unite for Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Mothura’
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24 September 2026 • Entertainment

‘O Sajna’: Neha Kakkar’s rendition induces mixed reactions

Yesterday, the teaser for Neha Kakkar’s latest song, "O Sajna", was released. The song premiered in its entirety earlier today (September 19). “O Sajna” is a rendition of the song “Maine Payal Hai Chhankai” by Falguni Pathak from 1999.
19 September 2022

‘Headbangers Paradise’ returns with a night to remember

In the post-pandemic era, Dhaka has been witnessing vibrant exhibitions and concerts, ones where the youth particularly flock to. In major concerts, especially ones in the city, it is a delightful experience to see young and fresh faces fill the large capacity venues. “Headbangers Paradise 2”, which took place this Friday, was not any different.
18 September 2022

'Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan: Le messager du qawwali' launched at AFD

“I deeply admire Mr Khan for his glorious contribution to the music industry. Despite all the cultural differences, his songs resonate with everyone. I remember being mesmerised after witnessing his magic for the first time back home", shared author Dr Pierre-Alain Baud.
17 September 2022

Justin Bieber cancels India tour

Pop star Justin Bieber has cancelled the India leg of his 'Justice World Tour' owing to health concerns, according to promoters BookMyShow.
16 September 2022

Rapper Cardi B pleads guilty to two misdemeanors in New York club fight

Grammy Award-winning rapper Cardi B pleaded guilty on Thursday to two misdemeanors stemming from a 2018 fight in a New York City strip club, prosecutors said, adding the rapper was sentenced to 15 days of community service. Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar, also agreed to a three-year order of protection for the victims. Her plea covered one count of third-degree assault and one count of second-degree reckless endangerment.
16 September 2022

‘Manike Mage Hithe’ singer Yohani to debut in Bollywood

‘Manike Mage Hithe’ was sung by Sri Lankan singer-composer Yohani Diloka de Silva, popularly known as Yohani. The song went viral last year, becoming one of the most listened-to Asian tracks of all time. The song will now officially be a part of “Thank God”, starring Ajay Devgn.
15 September 2022

K-pop band E-Sang to perform in Bangladesh

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Bangladesh will be arranging a concert—featuring Korean music (traditional, instrumental, and fusion)—on October 1, at Hatirjheel Amphitheater. The event will showcase the Korean group, E-Sang.
13 September 2022

The Bangladeshi songsmith who wrote for The Chainsmokers

On a Friday afternoon, on the way to work, I got a text that Nirob Islam, a Sweden-based, Bangladeshi songwriter, would be taking a 'Songwriting Masterclass' at our The Daily Star premises. While many in Bangladesh might not have heard his name, they have surely heard one of the many songs he has written for some of the world's biggest artists such as The Chainsmokers, Steve Aoki, Icona Pop, John Newman and so on.
13 September 2022

R Kelly a predator using fame to abuse minors: Prosecutor

R. Kelly is a sexual predator who parlayed his fame to abuse minors, a prosecutor said Monday during closing arguments at the R&B star’s child pornography and trial-fixing trial.
12 September 2022

‘A singer does not require solo albums to get noticed anymore’

After taking over the masses with the much-loved romantic track, “Baje Shobhab”, which was written and composed by the singer himself and arranged by late musician Prithwi Raj.
9 September 2022

Shironamhin gifts memorable Silver Jubilee

Not unlike any big concert day, the rain gods played subtle games with the hopeful crowd about to head toward International Convention Center Bashundhara ICCB for Shironamhin’s 25-year celebration concert yesterday.
9 September 2022

Google pays tribute to legendary singer Bhupen Hazarika

Google paid tribute to iconic singer-composer Bhupen Hazarika today, on his 96th birth anniversary, through one of their famous doodles. The illustration showcases the renowned Assamese music maestro, who can be seen with a harmonium and his trademark Gurkha cap.
8 September 2022

‘Rupkothar Jogote’ was a turning point in my career: Abanti Sithi 

Abanti Sithi won over the hearts of many with her melodious voice and ingenious ability to whistle. However, she became a musical sensation after the release of the song "Rupkothar Jogote". Recently she won the Best Singer Award at the Blender’s Choice-The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards. The artiste truly showcased her tenacity when, despite having a broken foot, she showed up to the award show in a wheelchair. In a conversation with The Daily Star, she shared her feelings about receiving the award and her upcoming projects.
7 September 2022

The Weeknd loses his voice, cancels concert in California mid-performance

Canadian pop singer The Weeknd cut short a concert in California on Saturday after he lost his voice mid-performance. After three songs at the SoFi stadium, the performer said he needed to cancel the show and told the audience they will be getting their money back.
6 September 2022

Gazi Mazharul Anwar receives guard of honour at Central Shaheed Minar

In the wake of Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s death, people from all walks of life paid homage to the legendary lyricist, film director and producer, when his body was brought to the Central Shaheed Minar in the country’s capital on Monday. The music maestro was also given a guard of honour.
5 September 2022

Artcell sent legal notice by former members

Two former members of Artcell, guitarist Ershad Zaman and lyricist Rumman Ahmed have sent a legal notice to three members of the band including vocalist George Lincoln D'Costa, guitarist Saef Al Nazi and drummer Kazi Sazzadul Asheqeen, for using their song without any consent.
4 September 2022

US Embassy Dhaka hosts hip-hop workshop

Starting from August 25, and running till September 1, the Embassy of the United States of America, in partnership with American Voices—a US cultural diplomacy organisation—hosted a delegation of four award-winning American hip-hop artists to lead a series of trainings for 54 up and coming Bangladeshi hip-hop stars.
2 September 2022

Coke Studio Bangla season 1 ends with 'Hey Samalo'

After releasing nine fusion songs since its launching in February of this year, season one of Coke Studio Bangla came to a conclusion with the launch of the latest song, "Hey Samalo." 
2 September 2022

Canadian city honours AR Rahman by naming street after him

Oscar-winning international musician AR Rahman has penned an emotional statement on Twitter after Markham city in Canada named a street after him.
30 August 2022

Blackpink makes history at MTV Video Music Awards

Blackpink made history at MTV’s Video Music Awards (VMAs), with their member, Lisa, winning the ‘Best K-Pop’ award for her song “Lalisa”. The other K-Pop bands nominated were BTS for “Yet To Come”, Itzy for “Loco”, Seventeen for “Hot”, and many others.
29 August 2022