Aurthohin

Aurthohin is a metal band from Dhaka, Bangladesh. The band was formed in 1998 and have released five studio albums. They are one of the most well-known metal bands in Bangladesh. Aurthohin is fronted by Sumon (vocals/bass/guitars), considered by most as the man behind the uprising of the young generation of bands in Bangladesh.

Formation

Sumon left 'Feelings' in 1993 and decided to work on a solo album. With the help of his friends and fellow musicians, he released the album titled 'Sumon o Aurthohin' in 1997. The album got positive reviews from fans and critics. In 1998, Sumon then decided form a band. Sentu (bass) and Titi (Drums) of 'Faith' joined him and they started performing under the name 'Sumon o Aurthohin'.The band then also consisted of Zubair on flute, Adnan on percussions and Tonmoy on Guitars.

Members & Albums

Tritmatrik

In October 1999, Titi & Sentu had to leave the band as they had to make time for their own band 'Faith'. Rumie, the drummer left 'The Trap' & joined in. Sumon changed the name of the band to 'Aurthohin'. Zubair & Adnan left the band few months later. Later, Shovon came in as a guitarist & vocalist. Early 2000, Piklu, guitarist of 'Maqsood o Dhaka' joined in with the departure of Shovon and Tonmoy due to educational reasons. Two other guitarists Russell (Winning) and Ponir (The Gnomes) also joined Aurthohin. They started recording their first album Tritmatrik in April, 2000 and released by the end of that year.