It was the early 1990s. Three music lovers and friends -- Shuvashish, Rony and Jacob -- wanted to form a band. They were later joined by fellow music enthusiast Mamun. Thus the band 'Commence' launched its musical voyage.
Till 2002 the band was in full gear and had several concerts in Dhaka. After 2002, the band went on a hiatus as two of its members went overseas for higher studies. However, Shuvashish and Jacob -- vocalist and bass guitarist respectively -- didn't give up. They decided to continue with a new line-up. New members are: Lalon (lead guitar), Paris (drums) and Kayum (keyboard).
At present the band's debut album is in the pipeline. Songs expected to be featured in the new album include "Bashanto kokil" and "Koshto amar". The songs have been aired on several TV channels.
About the new album, Shuvashish said, "Basically, we like mellow rock. Most of the songs in the album follow this sub- genre."
Apart from the new album, the band is also involved in stage shows. Commence also performs as 'opening acts' for leading/seasoned bands.
"We want to offer the listeners a distinct, fresh sound," said Shuvashish. Shuvashish and his band mates often play and rehearse with renowned musicians of the country including Piaru Khan, Fuad Naser Babu and Labu Rahman.
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