British pop star Charli xcx and George Daniel, drummer of “The 1975”, are officially married. The couple exchanged vows yesterday in a private ceremony at Hackney Town Hall in London, surrounded by a small circle of family and close friends.

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea announced the results of the K-pop contests held in Dhaka yesterday. The event was hosted in partnership with Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB). A large number of talented participants from Bangladesh, especially young enthusiasts of Korean pop culture.

Billie Eilish has teased an upcoming 3D collaboration with legendary filmmaker James Cameron, known for “Titanic”, “Avatar”, and "The Terminator”.

Guitarist Oni Hasan made his long-awaited return with “Let’s Vibe – Oni Hasan featuring All Stars”, held at Aloki Convention Centre yesterday, July 19. The event brought together some of the country’s most prominent rock musicians for a night charged with a fascinating display of musical prowess.

Alan Bergman, the Oscar-, Grammy-, and Emmy-winning songwriter, has died at his Los Angeles home at the age of 99.

Singer Palash Noor has unveiled his new track “Khuji Tomay”, which features vocals and guitar by Miles frontman Hamin Ahmed. The song’s lyrics, composition, and music arrangement have been done entirely by Palash.

The artiste, whose lyrics and guitar immortalised the volatile, uncertain moments of the July Uprising through songs such as “Bhoy Banglay,” “Jonotar Beyadobi,” “Bhoy Banglay Bhoy,” “Ei Meye Shon,” “Rani Maa,” and “O Neta Bhai,” offered this correspondent a deeply personal glimpse into her creative process during a time when life seemed hollow and rebellion offered meaning.

“Eastwords” is an up-and-coming band gradually finding its place in Dhaka’s indie music scene. Formed in 2023, the group brings together a unique mix of students, professionals, and a university teacher — all connected by a shared interest in making music that blends eastern traditions with modern influences.

Elita Karim and Joy Shahriar have teamed up for a soothing new track titled “Barandate Bikelbela”, which paints a vivid picture of peaceful afternoons on a balcony, offering a moment of calm amidst the chaos of urban life.

American singer Connie Francis, whose hits such as "Everybody's Somebody's Fool" and "Stupid Cupid" topped the charts in the late 1950s and 1960s, has died aged 87, her publicist announced today.

Pop star Selena Gomez and record producer Benny Blanco are reportedly gearing up for a private wedding in California this September, with preparations well underway and invitations already sent out. According to reports from Daily Mail and Page Six, the couple will host a two-day celebration in Montecito, limited to close friends and family.

Unreleased music and concert plans belonging to US pop icon Beyoncé were reported stolen from a rental vehicle in Atlanta last week, according to a police report made public on Monday (July 14).

To commemorate the historic July Uprising, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a month-long series of programmes aimed at reviving the spirit of the movement. As part of the initiative, a special event was held yesterday (July 14) at the Central Shaheed Minar, featuring a cultural programme and a musical drone show.

Alongside Hasan, the show will include performances by prominent names from the country’s rock scene, including Mizan Rahman of Artcell, Jamshed Chowdhury of Powersurge, and Rafa of AvoidRafa and Cryptic Fate. More than ten performers have been confirmed so far, with additional names expected to be announced in the coming days.

Popular actress Shobnom Bubly is set to appear in a unique music video for the first time. The shoot for the video was recently completed at BFDC.

Imran Ahmed, founder and former guitarist of heavy metal band Mechanix, has been diagnosed with esophageal cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. According to his doctors, both chemotherapy and surgery are required. However, the high cost of treatment has placed a financial burden on his family, prompting an appeal for public support.

The band had gone on an indefinite break following a fatal accident in August 2023, when a microbus carrying members of Odd Signature collided with a passenger bus in Narsingdi. The crash claimed the lives of Ahasan Tanvir Pial, the band’s guitarist and vocalist, and Abdus Salam, their driver. Three other members were seriously injured. The tragedy left fans and the local music community in shock.

As Dhaka shimmered beneath days of rainfall, a quiet enchantment stirred inside the Sheraton Ballroom last Friday; however, this wasn't just another evening of performances. “Badol Diner Prothom Kodom Phul”, hosted by MW Magazine Bangladesh, unfolded more like a dream shared between memories and monsoon.

Just days after debuting “Jump”, their first new release in three years, during a live performance in South Korea, Blackpink officially dropped the studio version of the track yesterday along with its accompanying music video.

Popular Bangladeshi rock band Shironamhin has released a heartfelt new song titled “Kotodur”, dedicated to the countless expatriate workers contributing tirelessly to their families and the national economy through remittances. The track was released last Thursday on the band’s official YouTube channel.