Shunno

Shunno (English: Zero) is a Bangladeshi alternative rock band formed in 2007 in Dhaka.[1][2] They are one of the most popular bands of Bangladesh.[3]

Shunno
শূন্য
Background information
OriginDhaka, Bangladesh
Genres
Years active2007–present
Associated acts
Members
  • Imrul Karim Emil
  • Andrew Michael Gomez
  • Rafatul Bari Labib
  • Ishmamul Farhad
Past members
  • Shaker Raza

History

Formation and establishment

Vocalist Imrul Karim Emil and lead guitarist Shaker Raza formed Shunno in 2007. A few days later, bassist Andrew Michael Gomez and drummer Rafatul Bari Labib joined them.[4] In 2016, Ishmamul Farhad joined the band as lead guitarist, replacing Shaker Raza.

In 2007,they began their journey with the song called Prottasha of Fuad al Muqtadir's Bonno album. In 2008, a song titled Shopnoghuri was released on the mixed album Rang. That same year, they released their debut album Notun Srot. Shunno's second album Shoto Asha was released the following year. The song Shoto Asha from this album became very popular and Grameenphone used the song as the theme song for the 2011 Cricket World Cup.[3][4] Gorbo Bangladesh, their third album was released by Shunno in 2011. In 2012, Dhaka Gladiators team theme song was also sung by Shunno. Their fourth album Bhaago was released in 2014. In the 2015 Cricket World Cup, they also sang the song Cholo Bangladesh.[5] They also sang a song titled Deshpremiker Gaan produced by Robi. The last time their fifth album Lottery was released was in 2017.[6][7] To encourage the Bangladesh National Cricket Team for their upcoming 2019 Cricket World Cup, they also sang the song Cholbe Lorai.[8]

After a gap of almost three years, Shunno released a single called Bibiya on 1 January 2021 and Brishty Dessa wrote it's lyrics. Shunno's latest single Behula was released on 20 March 2021 and was a big hit and became one of the most popular song in Bangladesh and India.[9] The song represents the mythical story of Behula. Tanvir Chowdhury wrote it's lyrics.

Notun Srot (2008)
  • Bedona
  • Notun Srot (Title Track)
  • Probash
  • Fire Asha
  • Dysfunction (Instrumental)
  • Shesh Bikel
  • Keu Janena
  • Opekkha
  • Serenade (Instrumental)
  • Shesh Bikel (Live)
  • Shopnoghuri (Live)

Shoto Asha (2009)
  • Shoto Asha (Title Track)
  • Sritir Chera Pata
  • Amar Ami
  • Pother Shilpi
  • Pensive Love (Instrumental)
  • Mon Tore (Shayan Chowdhury Arnob cover)
  • Arekbar
  • Godhulir Opare
  • Oblivion of Happiness (Instrumental)

Gorbo Bangladesh (2011)
  • Rajahin Rajjo
  • Gorbo Bangladesh (Title Track)
  • Shunno Haate
  • Nijhum Raat
  • Kachar Bhetor Ochin Pakhi (Lalon cover)
  • Jochonar Pore
  • Shadhinotar Prantore
  • She Bhabe
  • Ambivalent Song (Instrumental)

Bhaago (2014)
  • Bhaago (Title Track)
  • Shomoy Ekhon Amar
  • Shono Mohajon
  • Jiboner Utshobe
  • Chena Akash
  • Shonkho
  • Cholo Ekshathe
  • Deshpremiker Gaan (ft. Bappa Mazumder, Elita Karim & George Lincoln D'Costa)

Lottery (2017)
  • Jhoriye Dao (Audio Production by Fuad al Muqtadir)
  • Lottery (Title Track)
  • Shudhu Amar (Music Production by Apeiruss)
  • Bondhur Gaan
  • Awaj Uthao
  • Priyo Ma

Bibiya (2021)

On 1 January 2021, Shunno released a song called Bibiya with Brishty Dessa writing its lyrics. Bibiya is a story of the south and is a lullaby of a fisherman who is putting off his daughter to sleep before he heads off for his work to the ever so unpredictable sea.

Behula (2021)

On 20 March 2021, Shunno's latest song Behula was released with Tanvir Chowdhury writing its lyrics and was a big hit. Behula is a story of the north and the song represents the mythical story of Behula and is based on Shiva Purana and the Manasamangal genre of Bengali medieval epics.

Concerts

Joy Bangla Concert

Shunno performed many concerts and shows in Bangladesh and abroad. They performed maximum shows at Joy Bangla Concert which is the most popular concert in the country from 2015 till now.[10][11][12][13][14][15]

Discography

Studio albums

  • নতুন স্রোত (The New Wave) (2008)
  • শত আশা (Hundreds of Hopes) (2009)
  • গড়বো বাংলাদেশ (Building Bangladesh) (2011)
  • ভাগো (Run) (2014)
  • Lottery (2017)

Singles

  • বিবিয়া (Wife) (2021)
  • বেহুলা (Lover) (2021)

Awards

Members

Present

  • Imrul Karim Emil — vocals, guitars (2007–present)
  • Andrew Michael Gomes – bass guitars (2007–present)
  • Rafatul Bari Labib - drums (2007-present)
  • Ishmamul Farhad - lead guitars (2016-present)

Past members

  • Shaker Raza — lead guitars (2007–2016)

See also

References
  1. "The contemporary rock bands in Dhaka". New Age. 7 October 2018. Retrieved 7 October 2018.
  2. "On Bangladeshi rock bands". New Age. 7 October 2018. Retrieved 8 October 2018.
  3. "Shunno's Dreams". Prothom Alo. Retrieved 18 November 2020.
  4. "Shunno to perform today at IGCC". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 13 April 2013.
  5. দেশজুড়ে একই আওয়াজ 'চলো বাংলাদেশ' [‘Cholo Bangladesh’ same voice across the country]. Prothom Alo (in Bengali). Retrieved 13 April 2015.
  6. "Shunno hits the "Lottery"". The Daily Star. Retrieved 14 April 2017.
  7. "Shunno's 'Lottery' today". Prothom Alo. Retrieved 18 November 2020.
  8. "Shunno's 'Cholbe Lorai' for Tigers". Dhaka Tribune. 29 May 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2019.
  9. "The mercurial success of Shunno's "Behula"". The Daily Star. 3 April 2021. Retrieved 4 April 2021.
  10. "Joy Bangla 7th March Concert". CRi. Retrieved 13 April 2015.
  11. "Joy Bangla Concert 2018 to feature a dynamic lineup". Dhaka Tribune. 25 February 2018. Retrieved 25 February 2018.
  12. "Joy Bangla Concert Rocking Youth with Music on Historic March 7". UNB. 8 March 2020. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  13. "Joy Bangla Concert: A unique initiative to showcase country's history through music". Dhaka Tribune. 7 March 2021. Retrieved 7 March 2021.
  14. "Joy Bangla Concert to be Back in 2022". UNB. 5 March 2021. Retrieved 7 March 2021.
  15. "Bands Pay Tribute to Joy Bangla Concert". UNB. 6 March 2021. Retrieved 6 March 2021.
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