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Iris Apfel, a Jewish fashion icon who passed away at 102, had a long and successful career in textile design, becoming famous for her unique style and signat...

Eric and Erin Warner, inspired by their late grandfather's long life in Toronto, collaborated with Jason Craig to produce a concept album, 'A Song for Ira,' ...

The Warner siblings and Jason Craig have created "A Song for Ira," a nostalgic concept album that captures the essence of Jewish life in mid-20th century Tor...

In August 2015, the author visited the Village, a performing arts school near Gaza in Israel, to paint and support talented young musicians in the region. Th...

Amidst the scarlet wildflowers that bloom annually near Gaza, the Darom Adom festival has seen decreased attendance due to the ongoing war. While typically d...

Eden Golan's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest representing Israel is in jeopardy due to a dispute over the songs she wants to perform. The Europe...

Jenni Asher, a talented violinist who converted to Judaism, is set to become the first ordained Black American woman cantor in the United States. Asher's jou...

The author recounts how Jewish music, inspired by their mother's German cultural background and classical influences, helped them navigate personal struggles...

In response to the trauma experienced by over 150 Israeli journalists and support professionals who covered the October 7 attacks where hundreds were killed,...

David Draiman, the Jewish frontman of heavy metal band Disturbed, raised over $29,000 through a fundraiser to provide private security for Matisyahu, the Jew...

Set during WWII in Shanghai, "migr" is a Romeo-and-Juliet musical that explores the love story of a Chinese woman and a Jewish man against the backdrop of Je...

In a lighthearted encounter, Jewish musician Matisyahu beatboxes with Moishe Oofnik from Israels Sesame Street, culminating in a beatboxing version of the cl...

The Beatles' success was not only influenced by their talent but also by the support of Jewish figures in their lives and careers. Brian Epstein, the band's ...

Leonard Cohen, the Jewish Canadian musician, had deep connections to Israel and Judaism throughout his life. His experiences in Israel during various visits ...

Steve Ostrow, a former cantor turned icon of NYC gay life, passed away at 91. He founded the Continental Baths, a famous gay bathhouse and disco that hosted ...

In 1967, during the film "Thoroughly Modern Millie," Julie Andrews sang a Yiddish song at a Jewish wedding scene in a story set in the 1920s. This moment is ...

"Emigr" is a new musical drama about the Jewish community in Shanghai during World War II, focusing on two Jewish brothers who flee to Shanghai and encounter...

Actresses Shira Haas and Sarah Paulson are set to star in a movie titled "Ethel" about Jewish conductor Ethel Stark, who led the first all-female orchestra i...

After the devastating attack on Israeli civilians on October 7, the country's music scene shifted dramatically to mournful songs reflecting the nation's grie...

Two concerts by Jewish singer Matisyahu in the Southwest have been canceled due to protests by pro-Palestinian activists. The venues cited staffing shortages...

Matisyahu, the reggae artist known for incorporating Judaism into his music, has accused consecutive venues of canceling his shows because of antisemitism. T...

Bob Marley, the reggae icon, had a deep connection to Judaism, according to his relatives and his lyrics. While his Jewish ancestry is unverified, Marley's m...

Eden Golan has been chosen to represent Israel in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. She won the Israeli competition, beating three other finalists, and will ...

Ottalie Mark, a forgotten pioneer in movie music, played a crucial role in the transition from silent films to synchronized sound. Born to Russian Jewish imm...

Yoni Diller, a survivor of the 10/7 attack at the Supernova Music Festival in Israel, is now sharing his story with political leaders and college students ar...

A swim team in Jerusalem, consisting of both Israeli and Palestinian members, had always avoided discussing politics in order to foster unity. However, the 2...

The article discusses the song "Salaam Shalom" by Raffi, an Israeli-Canadian musician. The song advocates for peace between Israeli and Palestinian children,...

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Taylor Swift's silence on the conflict in Gaza during the Grammys. While Annie Lennox used her stage time t...

The recent Grammys saw Israeli and Jewish artists making statements about the war in Gaza and the October 7 attack in Israel. Several artists wore yellow rib...

In the Netflix documentary "The Greatest Night in Pop," a previously unseen video of Bob Dylan recording his solo part for the charity single "We Are the Wor...

At the 2024 Grammys, influencer Montana Tucker wore a dress with a yellow ribbon to raise awareness about Israelis who are still held hostage in Gaza followi...

Annie Lennox made a statement for a ceasefire in Gaza during her performance at the Grammys, advocating for peace. Lennox, known for her activism, has critic...

The first full trailer for the biopic Back to Black, portraying the life of Amy Winehouse, features scenes of the Jewish singer wearing a Star of David neckl...

The upcoming performance of Arnold Schoenberg's song cycle, "15 Poems from the Book of the Hanging Garden," highlights the composer's innovation and emotiona...

Tal Shimony survived the Hamas attack on the Nova Music Festival in Israel. She was dancing at the festival when it was suddenly attacked by terrorists, resu...

The diary entries of an IDF soldier reflect on the ongoing war, sacrifices, and experiences in Gaza over the course of four months. The soldier acknowledges ...

Rabbi Pinchas Breier is a respected mechanech and composer known for his profound insights and compositions of chasidic music. In an interview with Ami, he d...

Tali, a singer with Israeli roots, has been chosen to represent Luxembourg at the 2024 Eurovision Contest. Despite some controversy surrounding Israel's part...

Jewish conservative commentator Ben Shapiro has released his first single, a collaboration with rapper Tom MacDonald titled "FACTS." The song, which has reac...

Conservative pundit Ben Shapiro, known for his criticism of rap music, surprised many by featuring in a rap song called "FACTS" by Canadian artist Tom MacDon...

During times of war in Israel, music has become a lifeline for many, offering solace and connection. Popular songs, particularly those requested by soldiers ...

This article highlights the lives and contributions of several individuals in the Jewish community. Rebecca Baruch, a Dutch immigrant to Israel, served as a ...

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has left an indelible mark on Israeli Jews, who each feel a personal connection to one of the hostages taken by...

"White Rose: The Musical" tells the story of Sophie Scholl and her anti-Nazi resistance movement known as the White Rose. In the summer of 1942, Sophie and h...

This newsletter discusses the new album "The Lines" by the band Sandcatchers, led by Yoshie Fruchter. Yoshie grew up in a family that valued Jewish music and...

The article explores the renewed relevance of the song "Lu Yehi" in the aftermath of an attack in Israel. The song was written by Naomi Shemer during the Yom...

The author, Shimon, shares his passion for music and desire to work in music production, inspired by his uncle who is a well-known producer. He is grateful f...

"Lovers in Auschwitz" by Keren Blankfeld tells the true story of David Wisnia, a Polish Jew and talented singer, and Helen Zippi Spitzer, a Slovakian Jew, wh...

In a special episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Jewish singer Lipa Schmeltzer shares his personal journey of mental health. Lipa discusses breaking through barr...

Exploring connections between the Song of Moses, feeding birds, Walt Disney, and the Sherman Brothers in a deep dive through Jewish teachings and music.