Russell Khan, a prominent guitarist who spent more than three decades contributing to Bangladesh’s music scene, has died at the age of 52. He passed away at his elder sister’s residence in Banani, Dhaka, on Thursday morning, bringing an end to a career spent performing alongside many of the country’s leading singers. Khan had reportedly […]

A private Baul music gathering in Sunamganj’s Dirai upazila has been cancelled following objections from local residents over the planned participation of female performers. The organiser called off the event after several residents submitted a written complaint to the police, citing concerns about religious values and the possibility of unrest. The gathering had been scheduled […]

Veteran Bangladeshi musician Hamin Ahmed, a founding member of the popular rock band Miles, has been elected to the executive committee of the Asia-Pacific Music Creators Alliance (APMA), marking a significant achievement for Bangladesh’s music industry. His election to the international organisation is being seen as an opportunity to strengthen Bangladesh’s representation in regional discussions […]