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| {{Short description|Bangladeshi hip hop group}}<!-- in particular desihiphop.com, deshirhymes.com, and banglacommunity.com --> | |||
| {{Infobox musical artist | {{Infobox musical artist | ||
| |name = Stoic Bliss | | name = Stoic Bliss | ||
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| |origin = ], New York, U.S | | origin = ], New York, U.S | ||
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| |years_active = 2004–present | | years_active = 2004–present | ||
| |label = G-Series | | label = ] | ||
| | associated_acts = {{hlist|]|Double R|Fokir Lal Miah}} | |||
| |current_members = ]<br/>] | |||
| | current_members = Kazzurg (Kazi) <br /> Ac1d (Sean)<br /> Lit Slick<br /> Silma <br />Shak1r | |||
| |past_members = Xtro,B1shop,Tizzy Montana,Rul,Fly | |||
| | past_members = Xtro (Nayeem)<br />B1shop (Bappy)<br />Tizzy Montana (Taz)<br />Rul (Anwarul)<br />Fly (Shuvo)<br />Mana | |||
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| '''Stoic Bliss''' ('''SB''') is a ] hip hop band<ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-09-01 |title=Stoic Bliss |url=http://desihiphop.com/stoic-bliss/061220 |access-date=2019-02-01 |website=Desi Hip Hop |language=en-US}}</ref> known for blending ] and ]. The band was formed in ], ] in 2004 by members Tanzim Rahman, Kamrul Ahmed, and Yamin Ahmed. Stoic Bliss is known for popularizing ] in Bangladesh. Stoic Bliss gained popularity with their debut album ''Light Years Ahead'' (2006), which featured the hit single "''Abar Jigay"''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rumana Mallick: A Recent Graduate with a Great Job and a Hot Band |url=http://www6.njit.edu/features/alumni/rumana-mallick.php/ |access-date=2019-02-01 |website=New Jersey Institute of Technology}}</ref> They have released several albums and singles since then, including ''Kolponar Baire'' (2007) and ''Bangali Bangali'' (2022). | |||
| '''Stoic Bliss''' ('''SB''') is a Bangladeshi American ] band from Queens, New York. They're the self-proclaimed "fathers of Bangla hip hop". It consists of hip hop artist ] & rap artist ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.groovebd.com/stoicbliss |title=Stoic Bliss biography}}</ref> | |||
| ==History== | ==History== | ||
| Stoic Bliss began their work when they met native producers AQ finest and DJ DEPIC, who produced most of their early tracks.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.pri.org/theworld/?q=node/11608/ |title=The most popular hip hop group in faraway Bangladesh |work=The World |publisher=Public Radio International}}</ref> Their group was the very first to introduce hip-hop to Bangladesh through blogs before social media existed quickly gaining popularity in the underground music scene in Bangladesh. They paved the way for similar up and coming Bengali rap artists to take stand and created a platform where other artists can share their music and passion for hip-hop music. After their first album, due to lack of contract transparency and internal group controversies Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy, Rul, Mana and Fly left the band. | |||
| ===Early years=== | |||
| Back in 2003, the group were only experimenting with the fusion of Bangla and hip hop music & used to release them online. But they were barely promoted, so, most of the potential listeners remained unaware about the existence of the group. but later their experimental projects transformed into a revolution. Stoic Bliss officially started their journey while they met native producer Rajib Rahman, better known as Double R, who produces most the sb tracks in his studio in Jackson Heights. Ac1D however, is the rapper that has a capability to do rap fluent in Bengali and ingenuously switch back to English. Kazi is the main vocalist/singer in the group who plays the melodies in the right note. They both team up with more talented musician for the perfect team. | |||
| The band's debut album ''Lights Years Ahead'' ''(আলোক বর্ষ দূরে)''<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://archive.thedailystar.net/2006/05/14/d60514110492.htm|title=On 'Stoic bliss'|work=The Daily Star|access-date=2019-02-01}}</ref> was released in Bangladesh in June 2006.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://deshirhymes.com/abar-jigay-stoic-bliss/ |title=Abar Jigay by stoic bliss}}</ref> This album featured early Stoic Bliss members: Kazi, Ac1d, Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy, Montana, Rul and Fly. | |||
| ===''Lights Years Ahead'' (2005–2006)=== | |||
| ] | |||
| The band's debut album '''Lights Years Ahead''' (আলোক বর্ষ দূরে)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://lyricsbanglasong.wordpress.com/category/stoic-bliss/ |title=Stoic Bliss track list}}</ref> was released in Bangladesh in June, 2006 with producer Double R signing with the leading record label G-series of Bangladesh. The debut single '''Abar Jigay''' was a instant hit in urban places, specially among the young generation. | |||
| Bengali audience's world-wide tuned in to greet Bengali Hip-Hop at its purest form with open arms. Hit single Abar Jigay made the groups name and popularity spread like wild fire across every nation. Light Years Ahead sold well over 250,000 copies within the first 10 months, making Stoic Bliss the next big thing to hit the markets of Bangladesh. Through their album, word of mouth and shows their demand increased, hip-hop became a fixed genre that squeezed its way through and found acceptance in the Bengali communities world-wide. Other songs like '''Mayabi Chokh''', '''Shesh Barer Moto''', '''Chow Mei Fun''' & all others were also succeed to hit the new wave to listeners. This album featured early Stoic Bliss members: Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy Montana, Rul, Fly and Mana, the only female member of the group. Hip hop was relatively unpopular in Bangladesh and Bangla hip hop was unheard of. Stoic Bliss caused a new interest for hip hop and rap music in Bangladesh. The album sold about 250,000 copies in 10 months. | |||
| The single ''Abar Jigay'' raised the group's popularity among Bengali speakers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.banglacommunity.com/f44/stoic-bliss-light-years-ahead-915.html |title=Stoic Bliss - Light Years Ahead : Album Review}}</ref> ''Light Years Ahead'' sold well over 250,000 copies within the first 10 months making Stoic Bliss an emerging mainstream music group in Bangladesh. Other songs like ''Mayabi Chokh'', ''Shesh Barer Moto'', ''Chow Mei Fun'' were also popular among listeners. This album featured early Stoic Bliss members Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy Montana, Rul, Fly and Mana. | |||
| Lead single Abar Jigay is a reference to the '''Sean Paul's''' 1998 hit single '''Deport Them'''-instrumental | |||
| Stoic bliss released their second album ''Kolponar Baire'' ''(Beyond the Imagination)'' in the middle of the 2007 where Kazi took on the role as the lead singer and Ac1d as the lead rapper forming the ultimate duo. The album featured songs like ''Raatri Jaga'', ''Ei Je Ami, Shomoyer Palki'' and the recreation of their first hit called ''Abar Abar Jigay'' which quickly regained their popularity as the Fathers Of Bangla Hip-Hop. It also featured songs by Ac1d like ''Ac1d Ke'' , ''Amar Bondhu Bonduk, Pura Ura Dhura'' and ''Fire Like A Dragon'' which quickly gained over 500,000 views on ]. His popularity skyrocketed as the fastest rapper in the world to be able to tongue twist both in English and Bengali.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thedailystar.net/news-detail-104946|title=Adho Megh: Rajiv Rahman's new album released|date=2009-09-08|work=The Daily Star|language=en|access-date=2019-02-01}}</ref> | |||
| ===''Kolponar Baire'' (2006–2007)=== | |||
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| Stoic bliss released their second album '''Kolponar Baire''' (Beyond the Imagination) mid of the 2007 with the same production. | |||
| Before that The album was preceded by the single "Abar Abar Jigay" which commenced for radio play at beginning of 2007. Due to success of the last album their second was highly anticipated to it's fan rage. Stoic bliss bought changes into their vocal line up but kept fresh & new taste in their all songs. This album features an intro track produced by renowned Bangladeshi composer ]. | |||
| After their second album they were gone from the music scene for a while due to disputes with the record label that owned their publishing and lack of brand sponsorship. Ac1d decided to venture into the American music industry where he released several mixtapes and music video which also took popularity on ]. Their original music however still continued to stream to millions of fans who recognized them for their accomplishments with the first two albums they released and continued to support them as the creators of Bangla rap. | |||
| ===''Upcoming Projects'' (2008–2012)=== | |||
| After second album the band didn't appeared in albums for few years & minimized their performences due to members career purpose. Though Kazi was heard on serveral mixed albums & featured in album such as Lal Miah. After a long break Stoic bliss has announced their shortly return. Few of their teaser of upcoming songs was promoted on their facebook, soundcloud & otheir pages. Release date is to be announced soon. | |||
| Stoic Bliss unexpectedly returned to the music scene in 2017 with two new addition to their group Lit Slick and Silma. With the help and sponsorship from their childhood friend and also the Stoic Bliss manager Sanjin Rana they began to release singles from their long awaited upcoming album Stoic Bliss 3 which put them back on the map as listeners worldwide flocked to their new music. | |||
| In 2021, despite the pandemic they continued to release new content with their newest producer Shak1r and also continue to release high quality music videos on ]. They now have a solid fan base of millions of Bengali listeners who are still dancing to their catchy tunes and patiently waiting for an official release date for their long anticipated third album. Stoic Bliss told us they plan on taking over the Bengali music industry internationally once again the 'right way' with their new team in place. There are rumors that Stoic Bliss 3 album will be released from a Major Record Label in the coming months. | |||
| == Discography == | == Discography == | ||
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| * ''Light Years Ahead'' (2006) | * ''Light Years Ahead'' (2006) | ||
| * ''Kolponar Baire'' (2007) | * ''Kolponar Baire'' (2007) | ||
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* ''Bangali Bangali'' (2022) | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:31, 13 December 2024
Bangladeshi hip hop group| Stoic Bliss | |
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| Origin | Queens, New York, U.S |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | G-Series |
| Members | Kazzurg (Kazi) Ac1d (Sean) Lit Slick Silma Shak1r |
| Past members | Xtro (Nayeem) B1shop (Bappy) Tizzy Montana (Taz) Rul (Anwarul) Fly (Shuvo) Mana |
Stoic Bliss (SB) is a Bangladeshi-American hip hop band known for blending Hip hop and Bengali music. The band was formed in Queens, New York in 2004 by members Tanzim Rahman, Kamrul Ahmed, and Yamin Ahmed. Stoic Bliss is known for popularizing Rap Music in Bangladesh. Stoic Bliss gained popularity with their debut album Light Years Ahead (2006), which featured the hit single "Abar Jigay". They have released several albums and singles since then, including Kolponar Baire (2007) and Bangali Bangali (2022).
History
Stoic Bliss began their work when they met native producers AQ finest and DJ DEPIC, who produced most of their early tracks. Their group was the very first to introduce hip-hop to Bangladesh through blogs before social media existed quickly gaining popularity in the underground music scene in Bangladesh. They paved the way for similar up and coming Bengali rap artists to take stand and created a platform where other artists can share their music and passion for hip-hop music. After their first album, due to lack of contract transparency and internal group controversies Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy, Rul, Mana and Fly left the band.
The band's debut album Lights Years Ahead (আলোক বর্ষ দূরে) was released in Bangladesh in June 2006. This album featured early Stoic Bliss members: Kazi, Ac1d, Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy, Montana, Rul and Fly.
The single Abar Jigay raised the group's popularity among Bengali speakers. Light Years Ahead sold well over 250,000 copies within the first 10 months making Stoic Bliss an emerging mainstream music group in Bangladesh. Other songs like Mayabi Chokh, Shesh Barer Moto, Chow Mei Fun were also popular among listeners. This album featured early Stoic Bliss members Xtro, B1shop, Tizzy Montana, Rul, Fly and Mana.
Stoic bliss released their second album Kolponar Baire (Beyond the Imagination) in the middle of the 2007 where Kazi took on the role as the lead singer and Ac1d as the lead rapper forming the ultimate duo. The album featured songs like Raatri Jaga, Ei Je Ami, Shomoyer Palki and the recreation of their first hit called Abar Abar Jigay which quickly regained their popularity as the Fathers Of Bangla Hip-Hop. It also featured songs by Ac1d like Ac1d Ke , Amar Bondhu Bonduk, Pura Ura Dhura and Fire Like A Dragon which quickly gained over 500,000 views on YouTube. His popularity skyrocketed as the fastest rapper in the world to be able to tongue twist both in English and Bengali.
After their second album they were gone from the music scene for a while due to disputes with the record label that owned their publishing and lack of brand sponsorship. Ac1d decided to venture into the American music industry where he released several mixtapes and music video which also took popularity on YouTube. Their original music however still continued to stream to millions of fans who recognized them for their accomplishments with the first two albums they released and continued to support them as the creators of Bangla rap.
Stoic Bliss unexpectedly returned to the music scene in 2017 with two new addition to their group Lit Slick and Silma. With the help and sponsorship from their childhood friend and also the Stoic Bliss manager Sanjin Rana they began to release singles from their long awaited upcoming album Stoic Bliss 3 which put them back on the map as listeners worldwide flocked to their new music.
In 2021, despite the pandemic they continued to release new content with their newest producer Shak1r and also continue to release high quality music videos on YouTube. They now have a solid fan base of millions of Bengali listeners who are still dancing to their catchy tunes and patiently waiting for an official release date for their long anticipated third album. Stoic Bliss told us they plan on taking over the Bengali music industry internationally once again the 'right way' with their new team in place. There are rumors that Stoic Bliss 3 album will be released from a Major Record Label in the coming months.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Light Years Ahead (2006)
- Kolponar Baire (2007)
- Bangali Bangali (2022)
References
- "Stoic Bliss". Desi Hip Hop. 2011-09-01. Retrieved 2019-02-01.
- "Rumana Mallick: A Recent Graduate with a Great Job and a Hot Band". New Jersey Institute of Technology. Retrieved 2019-02-01.
- "The most popular hip hop group in faraway Bangladesh". The World. Public Radio International.
- "On 'Stoic bliss'". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2019-02-01.
- "Abar Jigay by stoic bliss".
- "Stoic Bliss - Light Years Ahead : Album Review".
- "Adho Megh: Rajiv Rahman's new album released". The Daily Star. 2009-09-08. Retrieved 2019-02-01.
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