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THE ABC GENERATION

reunites on November 12
In preparation for the upcoming concert, a press conference took place on the premises of The Daily Star, yesterday. At the event, organisers, a few band members and band managers were present.
SHARMIN JOYA
There are few names in the history of Bangladesh’s underground music scene that ring with as much power and ferocity as Artcell, Black and Cryptic Fate . So iconic were these three bands in their individual forms, that they decided to come together and perform as a trio, which was referred to by fans as ABC .
Taking the scene by storm in the 2000’s, it seems almost inevitable, when looking back, that their paths would cross. Their eventual collaboration would kick-off with the release of their now iconic song, Ashirbad which was a part of the mixed album Din Bodol .
Now, after almost a decade, ABC will be reuniting to perform at this year’s ‘November Rain Volume 2’ concert, which has been organised by Brandmyth Experiential and will take place on November 12
In preparation for the upcoming concert, a press conference took place on the premises of The Daily Star, yesterday. At the event, organisers, a few band members and band managers were present.
Speaking to The Daily Star, Shakib Chowdhury, frontman of Cryptic Fate said, “All three of our bands are always trying to find a way to perform with each other. I think the first time was probably around 2004 or 2005. After that we did two or three shows together as ABC. Sadly, I cannot remember the last time we performed together. So, now that we will be performing as ABC at ‘November Rain Volume 2’, I am really excited for this show.”
Shazu, the drummer of Artcell, also shared some exciting news with us. “The organisers are bringing back our original bassist, Cezanne, from Australia just for this concert. It shows their enthusiasm and interest for reuniting the ABC generation. The friendship between us has been revived through this event”, he said.
Black’s guitarist Jahan shared, “While we have collaborated together many times, it has been almost a decade since we shared the stage together as ABC . During this gap, many band members have changed as well.”
During the press conference, Sheikh Mahadi Hasan, Group Account Director of Brandmyth Experiential shared, “We have asked all of the bands to perform a special number, as a tribute to their biggest influences.”
Rakibul Hasan, Managing Director of Brandmyth Experiential added, “Around 2004, the ABC generation was built. Their track Ashirbad , which is from a mixed album, was one of the most popular songs of that time. So, it will be great to see them perform together again.”
Shibu Kumer Shill, vocalist of Meghdol said, “The young generation needs to refresh their minds and come out of the depression that the pandemic brought upon us. The pandemic was a very critical time for us, we were not sure if we could do such concerts again. So, I appreciate that such arrangements are being made once again, as this is encouraging for artistes like us.”
At the concert, fans will also witness a performance of Hawa, Meghdol’s iconic song from the movie of the same name, which took Bangladesh by storm earlier this year. Additionally, Vikings’ song, Bhalobashi Jare —which was a one of the most popular Valentine’s Day songs in the 2000’s—will also be performed for the audience.
Also present at the event were Avishek Bhattacharjee, Associate Director of Brandmyth Experiential and Rudan Al Amin, Band Manager of Indalo.
‘November Rain Volume 2’, will take place at International Convention Center Bashundhara (ICCB) Expo Zone, featuring a slew of young and established talents including Aurthohin, Viking, Chirkutt, Indalo, Meghdol and Powersurge.