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Uncover Hidden Bengali Folk Treasures You Haven't Listened to Yet Image Source :- testbook Introduction Imagine a languid summer evening in a Bengal village. The sun sets through green fields, and a lone voice hums a tune by the side of a pond. A short, simple tune from a dotara rises, carrying on its gossamer threads stories of love, longing, and life. Bengali folk has always had this power-to stir something deep, to remind us of the soul of the land. Yet, many of its purest gems remain hidden beyond the reach of mainstream playlists. In this post, I reveal five such treasures, which are songs and artists carrying the spirit of Bengal's rural life. By the end, you will know where to find them, how to enjoy them, and why they still matter in 2025. The Roots of Bengali Folk Music It's worth knowing the soil they grew from before discovering the unknown. Bengali folk music traces several centuries of stories born out of festivals, fields, and faith. A Brief H...