Syed Hasanur Rahman

Syed Hasanur Rahman (born 19 April), commonly known as Hasan, is a Bangladeshi singer-songwriter, and lead vocalist of the Bangladeshi popular rock band Ark.

Early life From an early age, Hasan was skilled in performing hamd, naat and poetry recitation. He also had an interest in writing poetry. His elder sister, Husna Afroz, acted in radio and television dramas. While studying in classes five and six, he began writing and composing songs by himself.

Around 1989–1990, he enrolled in a certificate course in folk music at Bulbul Lalitakala Academy.

Music career

Hasan's first band was Ark. He was associated with Ark for about nine years. Later, he left the band and formed another band named Shadhinota.

In 1996, Hasan gained major popularity through Ark's album Tajmahal. His rise to fame mainly started with this album. The songs he performed on the album were written and composed by himself. About two years later, in 1998, Ark released the album Jonmobhumi, which also became a superhit.

Hasan's last album with Ark was Shadhinota. He later released a solo album titled Tal. After staying in the United States for about four months, he returned to Bangladesh and in 2002, formed a new band named Shadhinota with the same lineup after changing the name of Ar'. The first album released under the band was Karbala.

Hasan's only solo album is Tal, while his other albums are mixed compilations. He has recorded more than 200 songs.

Personal life Hasan married in August 2000. His wife, Farhana Majid, was born in Comilla. They have one son named Hasin.