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Israeli Singer Ofra Haza Is the True Star of ‘Prince of Egypt’
11 Apr
Ofra Haza, the iconic Israeli singer, played a significant role in "The Prince of Egypt," providing the authentic and emotive voice of Yocheved in the film's...
11 Apr
Kveller
This Broadway Passover Parody from a Jewish 5th Grader Is Just So Good
10 Apr
A talented 5th grader from Maryland, Naomi Lanman, has caught the attention of the Jewish media with her impressive Passover song parody. Her creative twist ...
10 Apr
Forward
William Finn, Tony-winning writer of queer, Jewish musicals dies at 73
8 Apr
William Finn, a Tony-winning composer and lyricist celebrated for his queer and Jewish-themed musicals, passed away at 73 after a long illness. Finn's notabl...
8 Apr
Kveller
This “APT” Passover Parody Is a Bop
4 Apr
The veteran Jewish a cappella group Six13 has returned with a catchy Passover parody set to the tune of a K-pop song by Rosé of Blackpink and Bruno Mars. Tit...
4 Apr
Sapir
Jewish Masterpiece: ‘Hatikvah’
3 Apr
During an open-air service in April 1945, survivors at Bergen-Belsen sang "Hatikvah," captured by a BBC reporter, illustrating hope amidst despair. This anth...
3 Apr
JTA
All her life, she sang other people’s songs. Now Sheila Dardashti is releasing her own music for the first time.
1 Apr
Sheila Dardashti, a 78-year-old musician from Queens, is releasing her first album, "Build Me a Home," which features songs she personally wrote inspired by ...
1 Apr
Chabad.org
What This Hassidic Rapper Is Doing NOBODY Else Is Doing
31 Mar
Moshe Reuven is a Hasidic rapper who is making waves in the music industry by blending traditional Jewish themes with contemporary rap. His unique approach d...
31 Mar
Hadassah
Listening to Folksinger Janis Ian
28 Mar
Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is a documentary exploring the life and musical legacy of Jewish singer-songwriter Janis Ian, known for her breakthrough hits "So...
28 Mar
Forward
How Janis Ian’s Jewish heritage inspired some of her greatest hits
24 Mar
Janis Ian, the renowned singer-songwriter known for her poignant social commentaries, is the subject of a documentary by Varda Bar-Kar that highlights her Je...
24 Mar
Forward
Two Yiddish children's songs that express delight in the signs of spring
20 Mar
The article by שׂרה־רחל שעכטער highlights two Yiddish children's songs that celebrate the arrival and signs of spring. Through vibrant and playful lyrics, th...
20 Mar
Kveller
This Haim Sister’s ‘Yemenight’ Song Is Incredible
12 Mar
Tair Haim, a member of the sister trio A-WA, has released "Yemenight," a solo single blending traditional Yemenite Jewish music with modern electronic beats....
12 Mar
Unpacked
Was Bob Dylan Jewish?
11 Mar
Bob Dylan, born Robert Zimmerman, is undeniably Jewish, and his heritage has significantly influenced his life and work. Known for his profound lyrics and mu...
11 Mar
Mishpacha
My Son, the Singer
11 Mar
Raising a child who grows into a famed Jewish musician comes with unique insights and surprises, as shared by the mothers of artists like Simcha Leiner, Yona...
11 Mar
Mishpacha
Second Set
11 Mar
Lipa Schmeltzer, a beloved figure in Jewish music, has made a poignant return to the stage, blending his classic lively style with mature themes of struggle ...
11 Mar
Mishpacha
Beyond Words
11 Mar
Cindy Scarr's article, "Beyond Words," delves into the mystique and humorous absurdities found in classic Jewish song lyrics from various albums like "Journe...
11 Mar
Kveller
Israel’s Eurovision Song of 2025, Sung by an October 7 Survivor, Is Here
11 Mar
Yuval Raphael, a survivor of the tragic October 2023 attack at the Nova Festival, is set to represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with the son...
11 Mar
JTA
‘Darkness will fade,’ Yuval Raphael sings in Israel’s Eurovision entry, ‘New Day Will Rise’
10 Mar
Israel's 2025 Eurovision Song Contest entry, "New Day Will Rise," sung by Yuval Raphael, draws on themes of perseverance and hope. Raphael, who survived the ...
10 Mar
Forward
In 1964, when he was just 23, Bob Dylan wrote the prophetic anthem that encapsulates Trump's America
9 Mar
Bob Dylan's 1964 song "It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)" is explored by Seth Rogovoy as a prescient commentary on modern America, capturing themes resonan...
9 Mar
Forward
How a Jewish kid from the Bronx shared the stage with Bruce Springsteen, married Faye Dunaway and became the Zelig of rock 'n' roll
7 Mar
Peter Wolf, the former J. Geils Band lead singer, has penned a memoir titled "Waiting on the Moon: Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses." The bo...
7 Mar
Kveller
Sharon, Lois and Bram Were Children’s Music Superstars Who Infused Their Songs With Judaism
7 Mar
Sharon, Lois, and Bram, the beloved children's music trio, became iconic figures in children's entertainment in Canada and the U.S. during the 1980s. Known f...
7 Mar
Forward
Listen to the delightful songs of the 'Megillah by Itsik Manger'
7 Mar
The article highlights the beloved 'Megillah by Itsik Manger,' focusing on the enchanting songs that accompany the play. Originally premiered in 1936 and lat...
7 Mar
Forward
At a memorabilia auction, Bob Dylan reunites with another noteworthy Bob — and the unsung women behind their careers
5 Mar
Bob Dylan and Bob Neuwirth, both seminal figures in the 1960s folk music scene, are center stage at a memorabilia auction, highlighted by Dylan's first demo ...
5 Mar
JTA
This Jewish musician is bringing a jazzy, New Orleans-style spin to Broadway classics
4 Mar
Benny Lipson, a Jewish musician from Los Angeles, uniquely merges the vibrant sounds of New Orleans jazz with Broadway classics through his one-man Broadway ...
4 Mar
Forward
Reviving Jewish folk tunes that were nearly lost forever
26 Feb
Sofia Magid, a Soviet-Jewish musicologist active between 1928 and 1938, made significant contributions to preserving Jewish folk music by recording a rich co...
26 Feb
Lehrhaus
Has Bob Dylan Been Reading Emmanuel Levinas?
25 Feb
The article explores intriguing parallels between Bob Dylan's recent work and the philosophical ideas of Emmanuel Levinas, notably on the themes of the 'Othe...
25 Feb
JTA
From Billy Joel to Vampire Weekend, these Jewish musicians created NYC’s soundtrack
25 Feb
The Museum of the City of New York's exhibit "Songs of New York: 100 Years of Imagining the City Through Music" highlights the influential role of Jewish mus...
25 Feb
Living Lchaim
The Untold Story of Avraham Fried
22 Feb
Avraham Fried, a towering figure in Jewish music for over four decades, offers an intimate look into his life and career in this revealing interview. Known f...
22 Feb
Mishpacha
Hey Dum Diddly Dum
18 Feb
Cindy Scarr humorously reflects on the enduring presence of Uncle Moishy's music in her household as a staple in the life of a frum mother. With her 27-month...
18 Feb
JTA
After fighting cancer, klezmer legend Frank London is busier than ever before
18 Feb
Frank London, a seminal figure in Jewish music known for his work with The Klezmatics, has returned to the music scene with renewed fervor following a battle...
18 Feb
Chabad.org
Famous Jewish Rapper Realized Something About Judaism That Nobody Else Did
14 Feb
Nissim Black, a well-known Jewish rapper, shares his personal journey to discovering Judaism as a profound truth in his life. Born into a non-Jewish family, ...
14 Feb
Chabad.org
Jewish Rapper: “You Will Never Look At Judaism The Same…”
13 Feb
Nissim Black, a renowned Jewish rapper, shares his personal journey and the sources of his inspiration that continue to fuel his unique blend of music and fa...
13 Feb
Jewish Insider
The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision
13 Feb
Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultu...
13 Feb
Forward
Macklemore’s latest anti-Israel music video, ‘F—ed up,’ places the West Bank and Holocaust side-by-side
12 Feb
Macklemore's latest music video, "Fed Up," has sparked controversy by comparing the situation in Gaza and the West Bank to the Holocaust, while criticizing p...
12 Feb
Kveller
Idina Menzel Sings from the Treetops in New Extremely Jewish Musical ‘Redwood’
12 Feb
Idina Menzel returns to Broadway after nearly a decade in the new musical "Redwood," a deeply Jewish and timely production. The story follows Jesse, a Jewish...
12 Feb
Forward
Critics say Kendrick Lamar was too loud and hard to understand — they said the same thing about Bob Dylan in Newport
11 Feb
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime performance, rife with political commentary, ignited controversy akin to Bob Dylan's electric transition at the 1965 New...
11 Feb
Mishpacha
Tonight’s Canopy Sound
11 Feb
In the dynamic world of Jewish wedding music, the traditional and the contemporary blend seamlessly to create a magical atmosphere under the chuppah. Despite...
11 Feb
Chabad.org
Jewish Rapper: "I'm Telling You EVERYTHING Right Now..."
11 Feb
Nissim Black, a Jewish rapper, shares his extraordinary journey from a life of drugs and crime to embracing spirituality and using his music to spread messag...
11 Feb
Forward
On Super Bowl Sunday, Kendrick Lamar took on fascism, Kanye and Donald Trump
10 Feb
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show took a bold stance on race, authoritarianism, and antisemitism, featuring a performance that combined U.S. symbols ...
10 Feb
Forward
'A Complete Unknown' has Dylan-mania sweeping the country — is that a good thing?
10 Feb
The release of the biopic "A Complete Unknown," starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, has reignited interest in the legendary songwriter's work, especiall...
10 Feb
Chabad.org
Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of 2/10!
9 Feb
This episode of 'Your Jewish Week' podcast brings a light-hearted and entertaining take on current Jewish happenings and cultural phenomena. Rabbi Dovi share...
9 Feb
New Voices
Music in Yiddishland – In Conversation with Kleztronica’s Chaia
7 Feb
Kleztronica, an innovative fusion of klezmer and techno music, is gaining traction among young Jews seeking alternative cultural spaces. Created by Chaia, Kl...
7 Feb
Mishpacha
Where the Wagon Takes You
4 Feb
TYH (Thank You Hashem) is a music movement that has taken the Jewish community by storm, emphasizing gratitude, spirituality, and joy amidst challenging time...
4 Feb
Rivkush
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Galeet Dardashti on reviving Middle Eastern Jewish culture through music
4 Feb
Galeet Dardashti, a singer and anthropologist, explores her Mizrahi Jewish roots and the musical legacy of her Iranian grandfather, Iran's most famous Jewish...
4 Feb
JTA
A Holocaust survivor shares her story as part of an avant-garde jazz performance at Joe’s Pub
30 Jan
Holocaust survivor Millie Baran, at 99 years old, is sharing her harrowing story in a novel way: through an avant-garde jazz performance at Joe's Pub in Manh...
30 Jan
Culturally Jewish
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Daniel Pelton transformed Holocaust tattoos into orchestral jazz. This is what it sounds like
27 Jan
Daniel Pelton, a musician from Calgary, was inspired by his exploration of Holocaust history to transform tattoo numbers from a Holocaust narrative into orch...
27 Jan
Forward
VIDEO: Riki Rose may have another hit with her new Yiddish single, "Shluf"
27 Jan
Yiddish singer Riki Rose is gaining attention with her new single "Shluf," which is poised to become another hit following her past successes. The song conti...
27 Jan
Forward
'A Complete Unknown' forgot about this legendary Jewish rocker, but history will remember Barry Goldberg
27 Jan
Barry Goldberg, a legendary yet often overlooked Jewish musician, passed away at 83 after a decade-long battle with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. A keyboard maestro,...
27 Jan
JTA
Louisville Orchestra remembers its concertmaster with an opera he performed in a Nazi concentration camp
23 Jan
The Louisville Orchestra is commemorating its former concertmaster, Paul Kling, by performing the Holocaust-era opera 'Der Kaiser von Atlantis,' which he pla...
23 Jan
Kveller
Israel’s 2025 Eurovision Representative, Yuval Raphael, Is a Nova Massacre Survivor
23 Jan
Yuval Raphael, Israel's 2025 Eurovision representative, is notably a survivor of the devastating Nova festival massacre, where she narrowly escaped death by ...
23 Jan
Jewish Chronicle
The Jewish musicians who were forced to play for the Nazis
23 Jan
The harrowing yet inspiring story of Jewish musicians at Auschwitz is brought to light through two films that coincide with the 80th anniversary of the camp'...
23 Jan