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The production of “Uttoradhikar,” a tribute album featuring 20 popular songs by legendary rockstar Ayub Bachchu, has been suspended for the time being following criticism from fans.
The project was launched on August 16, Ayub Bachchu’s birth anniversary. However, some listeners expressed dissatisfaction from the outset with the new arrangements of several songs released as part of the album.
In response to objections from Bachchu’s fans, the organisers have decided to halt the release of further tracks.
An emergency meeting involving all stakeholders of the project was held in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, on Sunday evening.
After lengthy discussions, it was decided that the four songs already released on online platforms would be withdrawn. Another 13 unreleased tracks will also remain on hold for now.
Shamim Ahmed, a member of LRB, said, “Boss (Ayub Bachchu) is an emotional figure for everyone. We all agreed that his timeless creations cannot be devalued in this way.
We will soon speak to all members of his family and form a panel based on their views. The songs will be released only if they approve them.”
Ayub Bachchu’s wife, Ferdous Akter, also confirmed that the project has been temporarily suspended. However, the artists and musicians involved in “Uttoradhikar” expressed disappointment over the decision.
They said they had reinterpreted the songs out of love and respect for Ayub Bachchu and had no intention of making personal financial gains from the project.
They added that everyone has the right to criticise the songs if they do not like them, but they viewed the attitude that no one else should be allowed to sing Ayub Bachchu’s songs as an extreme form of behaviour.
Seven songs from the “Uttoradhikar” project have already been released. Among them is Bachchu’s popular song “Rupali Guitar,” newly arranged and performed by Bappa Mazumder.
Other released tracks include “Gotokal Rate” by Sonar Bangla Circus, “Kosto Pete Bhalobashi” by Kaniz Suborna, “Kosto Kake Bole” by Joy Shahriar, “Apon Keho Nai” by Palash, “Hawker” by Autumnal Moon and “Ghumonto Shohore” by Adit Rahman.