A Musical Excursion

Discover Bengali bands that pull the right strings in the sphere of modern music


 

With popular bands on the scene such as Nemesis, Warfaze, Cryptic Fate etc, there is no doubt that the music industry is ever-evolving and ever-growing. While traditional songs such as Nazrul and Rabindro Sangeet are still the backbone of our musical history, modern bands take a more positive and joyful approach to songwriting than their predecessors. When tradition and modernity collide, it often results in the formation of fantastic bands. We have highlighted a few bands, that, in our opinion, deserves some more attention.

 

 

Dads in the Park

Have any of you ever heard a song and thought to yourself, while immersed in its tunes, how much it induced feelings of longing for home, a certain place or a memory? Dads in the Park has been successful in accomplishing exactly that! They were successful in mixing English lyrics into the overall composition, yet managed to keep the sad tone that is characteristic of traditional Bangla songs.

A song by Dads in the Park to get into the groove: Pareidolia

Their songs feature a breezy pop/rock ambience that makes you feel like you’re looking back on memories that are both familiar and strange at the same time. This effect is created by the band’s use of a two-pronged musical style: pop and rock. Their music has a spectral aspect, and the lyrics, which frequently are written from the perspective of the first person, are profound and emotionally impactful in a way that resonates with the listener. With drumbeats that are both rhythmically consistent and imitate the sound of a heartbeat, they are able to keep one’s attention. One of the ways in which they are able to achieve their goal is by using this strategy.

 

Level Five

Filled with the same inducing feelings of longing, Level Five has incorporated rhythmic acoustic tunes, while explaining the complex feelings best expressed through the Bangla Language.

To get acquainted with the music of Level Five, start by listening to their song Shotto Mithey.

As a result of the essential role that strung acoustic guitar plays in their compositions, their music has a texture that is reminiscent of the mellow pop music that was popular before in Bangladesh. Because of this, their music has its own distinct personality. If you believed that Bengali lyrics and old-school era vibes from 2008-2009 no longer existed, then Level Five has proved you wrong! 

 

Conclusion

You are going to be overjoyed to learn that you can ‘begin’ your journey into non-mainstream Bangla music with Conclusion. If you have ever fantasised about the notion that you are the protagonist (or side character who deserves the spotlight) in a film, book, or video game then Conclusion’s musical journey is for you.

A song that gives you main character energy from Conclusion is Auroop: Nirakar.

When you listen to this band, you will feel as if you are blazing your own trail through this planet. Despite the heavy usage of electric guitars and the fact that the lyrics represent the thoughts of a single individual in a number of different places, their music has a surprisingly joyous and upbeat tone, and it also has a surprising degree of positivity.

 

Recall

Recall the band is actively engaged in the process of creation of remembering wonderful occasions in the past and creating new memories for the future. Their music is soothing and enjoyable to listen to on sudden long drives, on road trips, or while watching the sunset.

Begin listening to Recall by streaming their song Ashokto.

The majority of their songs are built around a quieter and softer tempo, and they are often accompanied by the strumming of acoustic guitars as well as soft piano notes. When you let their music flow into your ears, you will almost instantly feel a wave of serenity and tranquilly wash over you. This feeling will last for as long as the music is playing in your ears. If the phrase ‘Music to your ears’ had a face, Recall would be the entire portrait!