This is the 21-century; under the label of globalisation, westernisation has crept in. One would think that the younger generation is fast losing old values and traditions that also include music. Fortunately, folk music is ingrained in the air and soil of this country and has lost none of its appeal. Today people are not travelling on ox-carts for miles to listen to live performances but Bangladeshi folk songs have found their place in iPods, computer hard drives and MP3 players alongside their global counterparts. And when one considers Bangla folk, the name Momtaz comes to the Read the full story

India’s largest music company T-Series has taken yet another giant leap in the world of music. T-series is pioneering the concept of making music available in form of pen drives and micro chips with India’s first underwater action thriller Blue starring Sanjay Dutt, Akshay Kumar, Zayed Khan and Lara Dutta in lead roles. Blue, which has music composed by Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman, would be the first Bollywood film to have its music released simultaneously on the physical and digital platforms. T-Series is Read the full story

One hundred forty-two new solo, duet and mixed audio albums will be released by nine audio production houses on the occasion of upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.
The albums of both newcomers and noted singers are in the line during the festival.
Production house Sangeeta will release 40 new albums, Soundtek 30, Fahim Music 20, Basuda Arb Entertainment 17, G-series 15, Laser Vision 8, Gaanchil 7, Bengal Music Read the full story

The much-awaited album by the young and hip singer Mila was finally launched on August 29 at a local restaurant in Dhanmondi. This is yet another accomplishment by Fuad Al-Muqtadir, who hit the contemporary scene with his extraordinary music. Featuring lyrics by Shahan Kabondho, among others, the Fuad featuring Mila album “Redefined” has been produced by G-series. With a set of 17 tracks, Fuad and Read the full story

A young Britney Spears smiles innocently

When exactly did songs turn from syrupy love letters with pretty bows on them into chaos-causing monsters wreaking havoc on young impressionable minds like ours? Let’s take a look shall we…
The Kaiser Chiefs got us thinking with their recent hit Never Miss A Beat, how is it that so much goes uncensored in music? Forget bleeped expletives and stickers indicative of profanity within; the Leeds likely lads found they still had plenty at their disposal by way of encouraging bad behaviour.
“It’s cool to know nothing” they tell us which is all very well coming from those too young to know better, but the Chiefs, with the exception of their drummer, have all been to university. Surely they appreciate the importance of a strong academic background in young people’s lives – not if that song’s anything to go by.
Much better known for courting controversy in his Read the full story

Have you wondered about the often-tumultuous lives of our Bollywood celebrities?

For instance, will Saif Ali Khan’s possessiveness for Kareena Kapoor spell the doom for their relationship or have Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif called it quits? We try to give you answers:

Saif Ali Khan-Kareena Kapoor:

Will this couple make it to the altar? World renowned astrologer Bejan Daruwala says, “They have 60 per cent chances of tying the knot, but considering that they are film stars, it is a good percentage! According to Pandit Ajai Bhambi, “Saif is a lover boy. In the initial throes of a relationship, he looks vulnerable but his relationships don’t last. On the other hand Kareena’s stars are strong. She wouldn’t have the patience to deal with Saif.”

Ranbir Kapoor-Deepika Padukone:

This couple is visible almost everywhere from newpapers, magazines, channels displaying their love for eachother but Bhambi says, “According to their stars I don’t see them getting married.” “It would be better if they wait for some time. But they will make a very sweet couple,” says Daruwala.

Priyanka Chopra- Harman Baweja:

Nothing official has been said by them on their relationship status but everybody knows that they are in love. “They have a good scope of getting successful as a couple. They have a good chance,” says Daruwala. “Priyanka’s focus is on career and I think they will not marry. Infact I don’t see them together after three years,” says Bhambi.

Salman Khan-Katrina Kaif:

This couple is said to be on the edge of ending the relationship. Who is trying to get away from the relationship and why, is something that has been much talked about. “Well, filmstars are basically insecure. Though Salman is a Capricorn, he is not steady because of his temperament. Katrina on the other hand is an emotional Cancerian and she has got attracted to him but soon she will overcome the attraction. Salman might be good, handsome, but it is difficult for him to sustain a relationship. They will not be happy if they marry,” says Daruwala. “Girls use Salman’s shoulder to get glory. But the two will not gel well and I don’t see them getting married,” says Bhambi.

John Abraham-Bipasha Basu:

This couple has seen many ups and downs in their relationship, but are very much together. “Bipasha’s stars are strong and her career will flourish. But if they get married then they will not be happy. I can also foresee divorce,” says Bhambi.

This is what the stars have to say, now it’s over to the stars of Bollywood.