Stentorian (band)
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Origin | hard rock, thrash metal |
Years active | 2001–present |
Labels | G-Series |
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Stentorian (
Stentorian is typically classified as heavy metal, but it ranges from
History
2001–2003: Early years
Stentorian's first line-up had Torsha Khan (vocals), James Kabir (guitar), Shams Alim Biswas (bass), Golam (guitar), and Bobby Khan (drum). After practicing for 10 months, Stentorian got their first ever break at a concert in the Indian High Commission Auditorium, Dhaka (27 October 2001). From the very first show, Stentorian had instant appeal.[citation needed] Torsha's vocal performance was widely praised among both critics and fellow musicians. Around 2003, Golam left the band, going abroad for higher studies. However, the band continued performing shows and writing songs.[10]
2003–2004: Adrissho Juddho
Stentorian's first big break was an invitation to participate in Agontuk-2, a band mixed album coordinated by
2004–2006: Bishonno Adhaar & Protimuhurtey
In 2004, when Stentorian's fate was at stake, and members were thinking about breaking up and forming own projects, Torsha, who was still with the band, suggested his childhood friend Tanim Sufyani join. Tanim Sufyani joined Stentorian in September 2004. Tutul Rashid and Rafiul Habib also joined at this time.[12]
The band performed in over 100 concerts in 2005 alone. During this era, Stentorian was often referred to as "The most popular band of underground" in numerous places, including internet forums, newspaper, magazines, etc.
Torsha came back to Bangladesh for just a month in August 2005. Stentorian took advantage of his presence and quickly recorded six songs with Torsha. However, Torsha could not perform any concerts due to the shortage of time. After his departure, Stentorian fully concentrated on the album and in October 2005 Stentorian's debut album Protimuhurtey was released. Protimuhurtey catapulted the band to prominence, with sales that were "way above five figures" copies nationwide (considered Gold).[19] Songs like Jolosrot, Mone Pore na and Onubhuti became people's favorite, and they are often sung by the younger generation.
2007 – present: comeback, 2nd album and future
After one year of irregular activity and the ultimate departure of Torsha and Shams from the band, Stentorian restarted its journey once again with a track on the mixed album Rock 101, Choritrohin. Anabeel Sen replaced Shams on Bass. Choritrohin gained much critical attention as the song narrates secret desires of a perverted
Discography
Studio albums
- 2005: Protimuhurtey[24][25]
- 2011: Untitled second album (Announced)[26][27]
Compilation tracks
- 2004: Adrissho Juddho (Agontuk-2)
- 2004: Bhoy (Dinbodol)
- 2005: Nilkal (Lokayot)
- 2005: Bishonno Adhaar (feat. Bassbaba) (Agontuk-3)
- 2007: Opomrittu (UnderGround-2)
- 2008: Choritrohin (Rock 101)
Popularity
Stentorian along with Rockstrata, Warfaze, Aurthohin, Artcell, Black, Cryptic Fate, Metal Maze, Arbovirus, Nemesis, Vibe, and Kronic are among the first and few bands in Bangladesh to popularize Heavy Metal and Hard Rock in the country.
Band members
- James Kabir – Guitars, Backup Vocals (2001–present)
- Anabeel Sen – Bass, Backup Vocals (2008–present)
- Rabiul Awal Real – Vocals (2012–present)
- Sumit Gaurab – Guitars (2013–present)
- Ahmad Abdullah Saquib – Drums and Percussion (2015–present)
Former members
- Golam Waise – Guitars (2001–2003)
- Bobby Khan – Drums (2001–2003)
- Torsha Khan – Vocals (2001–2008)
- Shams Alim Biswas – Bass, Backup Vocals (2001–2007)
- Tanim Sufyani – Vocals (2004–2011)
- Tutul Rashid – Guitars (2003–2012)
- Rafiul Habib – Drums and Percussion (2003–2015)
References
- ^ "Stentorian," Reverbnation. Web, September 12, 2010.
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. Monday, September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010, 1:34 pm
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "The Turbulent Evolution of Bangla Rock." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian's Biography." Bangla Music, Bangladeshi Music Portal. February 19, 2003
- ^ "Stentorian's Biography." Bangla Music, Bangladeshi Music Portal. February 19, 2003
- ^ "Stentorian's History." Desh forum, Bangladeshi Music Portal. June 26, 2010
- ^ Stentorian's History." Desh forum, Bangladeshi Music Portal. June 26, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." BangladeshFirst.com, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ Stentorian's History." Desh forum, Bangladeshi Music Portal. June 26, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian gets ready to rev again." The Daily Star, the most popular Bangladeshi newspaper. September 27, 2010
- ^ "Stentorian: The next big thing in Heavy Metal." Bangladesh First, leading Bangladeshi e-magazine. November 16, 2010