Rock band Shironamhin is set to perform for the very first time in Toronto, Canada in September.
Leader of the band, Ziaur Rahman, on Friday said that the concert would be organised by Mixtape.
Band composer Kazi Ahmed Shafin, reflecting on their recent European tour, said that they were fascinated by the culture and natural beauty of the countries they visited. ‘We hope to enjoy the tour just as much.’
Vocalist of the band, Sheikh Ishtiaque, mentioned that these tours offered them experiences and insights. ‘These are invaluable for artistes like us.’
Renowned for extended psychedelic and progressive compositions, multi-instrumental experimentation and philosophical lyrics, Shironamhin has recently released their new track ‘Priyatama’, which has already garnered 1.5 million views on YouTube.
Formed in 1996 emerging from Dhaka’s underground music in the ‘90s, the band took eight years to release its debut album titled Jahaji in 2004. After that, it became one of the leading bands of Bangla progressive rock genre and has so far released albums under the headers Ichchhe Ghuri, Bandha Janala, Shironamhin Rabindranath, Shironamhin Shironamhin and Perfume.
Shironamhin has portrayed the message of peace and tolerance in the huge-acclaimed song ‘Pakhi’ based on Mahatma Gandhi’s visual metaphor of the three monkeys— covering eyes, mouth and ears. Besides, Shironamhin has so far produced a number of acclaimed songs, including ‘Hasimukh’, ‘Bandha Janala’, ‘Bullet Kingba Kabita’, ‘Jahaji’, ‘Ichchhe Ghuri’ and ‘Ei Abelay’.
‘Additionally, a sequel to our song “Ei Obelay” has been completed but is yet to be released,’ said Ziaur Rahman, adding that the band has expressed interest in launching these projects soon, pending sponsorship support.
Speaking about their upcoming ventures, the band leader said, ‘We have four more tracks ready, complete with music videos. These have been produced under the band’s own supervision in multiple locations across Thailand and India.’
One of the unreleased songs, ‘Kotodur’, is especially close to the heart, mentioned Ziaur Rahman, adding, ‘It explores the life and emotions of Bangladeshi expatriates and the broader theme of remittance.’
