The Kabi Nazrul Institute is set to release a special album featuring ten motivational songs by National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. To mark the launch, a large-scale concert will be held on May 30 at Manik Mia Avenue, with performances by ten prominent bands.

Pritom's dynamic stage presence and genre-defying music have garnered him a dedicated fanbase both at home and abroad. His recent announcement has already sparked excitement among fans, with advance ticket sales underway for several concerts.

Popular indie band Kaaktaal has officially announced the end of its journey, bringing an emotional close to what has been described as an “overwhelming” four-year run.

Cultural organisation Joltorongo hosted its annual musical programme yesterday evening at the Chhayanaut Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi, titled “Bhalo Theko Phool”. The opening line of a poem by renowned writer Dr Humayun Azad inspired the entire arrangement.

Popular rock band Arbovirus released the official music video for “Kroudh”, the fifth track from their fourth full-length studio album, “Republic of Arbovirus”, on May 8.

Rock legend James enthralled thousands of fans at Shaheed Maruf Stadium in Tangail on Tuesday (May 13) night, delivering a powerful performance as part of a trophy unveiling event for the 2025 BBFC Football Tournament.

The father-son duo of Ferdous Wahid and Habib Wahid, will reunite on-screen in a special programme titled “Chena Mukh Dukh Shukh”, airing today at 5:30pm on Channel i.

After an eight-year hiatus, Bangladesh's iconic rock band Nemesis is set to release their fourth studio album, “VIP”, on May 23. This long-awaited album, comprising 10 tracks, delves into themes of despair and hope, reflecting the band's journey through a global pandemic and societal upheavals.

Nearly two decades into their musical journey, Chirkutt has surprisingly only released three albums so far. Two years ago, they teased fans with the announcement of a new album titled “Pendulum”.

Each lyricist spoke about their musical journeys, sharing memories and reflections with the audience. Short biographical videos were presented, highlighting milestones from their careers and personal anecdotes.

Global pop icon Taylor Swift has been subpoenaed in the ongoing legal dispute involving actor-director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively, connected to the film “It Ends With Us”.

To mark the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a simultaneous cultural festival across six districts, including Dhaka, for today at 7pm. While the Buddhist holiday falls on May 11 this year, the festivities are scheduled a day in advance.

A revered Bangladeshi musicologist, author, and television figure, Mustafa Zaman Abbasi passed away at 7:00am today at the age of 87.

Pop powerhouse songstresses Halsey and Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee have joined forces for a dramatic new single, “Hand That Feeds”, created for the upcoming “John Wick” spin-off film “Ballerina”.

For the first time in her illustrious career, Samina has recorded a song dedicated to her mother, titled “Narir Bandhan”, written by Kamrul Nannu and composed by Murad Noor. The music arrangement was done by Mushfiq Litu, while Samina herself directed the music video.

Today, on 25th Boishakh, the 164th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, the legacy of his music continues to echo far and wide- not just in the hearts of Bengalis, but across the cinematic landscapes of both Bengal and Bollywood. While his poetry and songs remain an inseparable part of everyday life, Rabindra Sangeet has also found a cherished place in both Bengali and Hindi cinema, often adapted, referenced, or directly used to elevate cinematic storytelling.

For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

Today marks the sixth death anniversary of legendary singer Subir Nandi, whose timeless voice continues to resonate with generations of music lovers. Though he passed away on May 7, 2019, his melodies remain ever-present—on the radio, across streaming platforms, or simply heard in passing—stirring memories and emotions among fans old and new.

Renowned Nazrul Sangeet artiste Ferdous Ara is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Channel i Music Awards. The prestigious recognition will be presented during a grand ceremony on May 19 at a five-star hotel in Dhaka.