Migration of Metaphors
Making Sense of Music in the Lives of the Urban Poor in Dhaka
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In the heart of Dhaka, the urban soundscape has been reshaped by a remarkable musical evolution. The urban poor, who form a significant part of its population, have redefined the rules of music consumption since the 1980s. Migration of Metaphor discusses the rise of "urban folk," a genre formed through the interaction of traditional melodies with contemporary tales of the urban marginalized community. This book delves into the heart of Dhaka's vibrant subcultures, where a new generation of artists, often from humble backgrounds have become the voice of the marginalized. Migration of Metaphors reveals “urban folk” as a hybrid musical form that intertwines with the larger revival of Bengali folk music. This insightful book takes you on a journey into the heart of Dhaka's streets, where the sound of urban folk is not just music but a rallying cry for the urban poor's quest for recognition and identity.
Sumon Rahman
Sumon Rahman studied Philosophy at Jahangirnagar University, Development Studies at BRAC University, South Asian Studies at National University of Singapore, and finished his doctorate in Cultural Studies from The University of Queensland. He has more than 20 years’ teaching experience in Philosophy, South Asian Studies and Media Studies in different institutions of Bangladesh and Singapore. Six of his books have been published from prominent publications of Bangladesh. He was shortlisted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize in 2016 and won the Prothom Alo Borshosera Boi Award in 2018 for his Short Story anthology Nirporadh Ghum. With several journal articles and research grants, he has established himself as not only a proficient academic, but also as a trailblazer in the topics
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