‘Concert for Democracy’ at Suhrawardy Udyan on Aug 5

Seven of Bangladesh’s leading bands will perform at ‘Concert for Democracy’, a free open-air concert marking the second anniversary of the July Uprising, at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka on August 5, said a press release.

The event is being organised by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, supervised by the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), with support from the Bangladesh Musical Bands Association (BAMBA).

The line-up features Miles, Warfaze, Different Touch, Lalon, Highway, Ashes and RERE.

The concert will begin at 3:00pm and continue until 9:00pm, while entry gates will open at 1:00pm. Admission is free.

BAMBA President Hamin Ahmed said music had played a significant role during the July movement, making it a fitting medium to commemorate the occasion.

He said, “Music played an important role during the July movement. We want to observe the day through music.

With BAMBA’s support, we hope people will join us in large numbers. RERE will perform during the opening segment, followed by Ashes, Different Touch, Lalon, Highway, Miles and Warfaze. The programme will also include an award presentation.”