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Bobbi Goddard, a Canadian-born individual who converted to Judaism and taught herself Hebrew while in Israel, found herself in Mexico during the pandemic and...

Renowned cellist Denis Brott, a survivor of a severe case of COVID-19 that nearly took his life, is preparing to launch the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, ...

In anticipation of this year's Eurovision Song Contest, the discussion delves into the significance and impact of the event. It highlights some lesser-known ...

The article explores various Jewish Eurovision songs from different years and countries, highlighting unique moments and performances, such as Ortal from Fra...

Larry "Ratso" Sloman, a multifaceted figure deeply embedded in popular culture, has a storied career spanning interactions with luminaries like Bob Dylan and...

Pete Seeger, a legendary folk singer, had a significant impact on Jewish culture despite his focus on organizing people over organized religion. Growing up i...

Israeli-born teen singer Maya Gamzu, who immigrated to Canada four years ago, is making waves on "Canadas Got Talent" with her powerful singing voice. Despit...

In honor of Israel's 75th Independence Day, "The 75 Edition" features special content including great songs representing each decade of Israel's history. Son...

Barbra Streisand, an iconic figure in pop culture, has an expansive musical career that, despite staying true to her signature style, has flirted with variou...

Avi and Phoebe discuss the Quebec Premier's tweet celebrating the province's Catholic heritage despite his push for secularism, exemplified by Bill 21 bannin...

AI technology has resurrected the voices of iconic Israeli singers Ofra Haza and Zohar Argov for a new song, "Here Forever," celebrating Israel's 75th birthd...

Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead collaborated with Israeli rocker Dudu Tassa on an album titled "Jarak Qaribak," set to be released on June 9, featuring artists ...

Christopher Silver, a professor of Jewish Studies at McGill University and author of Recording History, joins Bonjour Chai to delve into the Sephardic side o...

Avram Mlotek reflects on his grandmother Chana Mlotek's legacy as a prominent Yiddish music archivist, who along with his grandfather, collected hundreds of ...

Lenka Lichtenberg, a Toronto singer, won a Juno award for Best Global Music Album with her project "Thieves of Dreams," which sets her grandmother's Holocaus...

Marc Bolan, son of a Russian-Polish Jewish lorry driver, transformed from his working-class East End roots to a glam rock icon with his band T. Rex. By 1972,...

The Art Gallery of Ontario's new exhibit, "Everybody Knows," showcases a private collection of personal treasures belonging to the late Leonard Cohen, featur...

Sergei Prokofiev, the renowned Russian composer, intriguingly dubbed himself "the only Jewish composer" in jest, despite his non-Jewish background and mixed ...

This week's episode of Unorthodox discusses potential candidates for a Jewish Mount Rushmore, featuring author Rina Raphael discussing her book on wellness c...

The article discusses the rising trend of young ultra-Orthodox Jewish women, particularly from Canada, using social media to showcase their singing talents d...

Rolling Stone's updated list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time includes a notable presence of Jewish vocalists such as Barbra Streisand, Amy Winehouse,...

Hillel Tigay, music director at L.A.'s Ikar community, blends his love for 1980s pop music with Jewish spiritual practices. A fan of Tears For Fears, Tigay p...

Noah Efron and Miriam Herschlag discuss the controversy surrounding Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to allow a homophobic party leader control over school enri...

The article examines Leonard Cohen's 1973 journey to Israel during the Yom Kippur War, as creatively explored in Matti Friedman's book "Who by Fire: Leonard ...

Eytan Peled, an Israeli singer-songwriter, discusses his journey from writing viral hits in Hebrew and English to incorporating Arabic into his music, with t...

Lena Glikson, a prominent Jewish music editor, shares her remarkable journey from Russia to Hollywood, highlighting her role in the Emmy-winning series "Stra...

Leonard Cohen's song "You Want It Darker" has emerged as a powerful anthem for unsettling times, resonating in various media for its dark, introspective tone...

Bob Dylan's latest book, "The Philosophy of Modern Song," delves into the essence of songwriting through rich narrative and philosophical exploration. Critic...

In this discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron analyze various election ads in Israel, highlighting the messages parties are trying...

Israel Philharmonic Orchestra's conductor Lahav Shani discusses his dual roles as a musician and conductor and the challenges of guiding an orchestra while m...

The Miami Boys Choir, a popular Orthodox Jewish pop group founded in the 1970s, recently gained unexpected fame on TikTok, with their videos garnering hundre...

Bruce Springsteen's music, career, and personal associations have long intrigued Jewish fans who detect a strong connection to Jewish culture and themes. Tho...

Lenka Lichtenberg discusses her album "Thieves of Dreams: Songs of Theresienstadt's Secret Poetess," which transforms the Holocaust-era poems of her grandmot...

Adam Duritz, lead singer of Counting Crows, discusses his longstanding connection with Israel, where he visited during his youth, and his excitement about fi...

Warren Zevon, the acclaimed rock musician with Russian-Jewish roots, struggled with alcohol addiction throughout his career, yet managed to channel his exper...

This episode explores how Canadian Jewish folk music festivals like KlezKanada and the Ashkenaz Festival have navigated the COVID-19 pandemic by pivoting to ...

Sholom Rubinstein, a pivotal but often overlooked figure, played a critical role as the producer-director of Pete Seeger's 1960s TV show, Rainbow Quest. Rubi...

The "Unorthodox" podcast by Tablet takes a nostalgic dive into the summer camp experience, highlighted by singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb's dedication to camp-in...

This episode of Unorthodox introduces listeners to two prominent Jewish talents, singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb and cantor-turned-jazz-singer Yisroel Leshes. Lo...

This article explores the ongoing debate around separating the music of Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, from his political views, particularly his st...

The text discusses the contrast between "punks" and "posers," focusing on the themes of authenticity and integrity in art and politics within American societ...

Barry Goldberg recounts his unexpected role in one of the most pivotal moments in music history: Bob Dylan's transition to electric music at the 1965 Newport...

Oscar Hammerstein II, known for pioneering the modern Broadway musical alongside Jewish composers like Richard Rodgers, had a complex relationship with his J...

In this episode, Sharon Hampson, formerly of the iconic children's group Sharon, Lois & Bram, revives her musical career at 79 with a family band including h...

Rafael Ortega, an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs, surprised some Jewish fans by choosing "Thank You Hashem," a song by a Haredi Orthodox artist, as his walk...

In this bonus episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi and musician Josh Warshawsky discusses the variety of melodies found in the Passover Haggadah, exploring how diffe...

The episode commemorates the life and impact of Boris Brott, an iconic Canadian conductor who made classical music accessible and vibrant. Through interviews...

This episode of Unorthodox features an eclectic mix of discussions, from TikTok saxophonist Evan Jacobson's unique musical interpretations to Shawn Setaro's ...

Diane Warren, celebrated songwriter, holds a record for the most Oscar nominations without a win, boasting thirteen nods in the Best Original Song category. ...

The Bulova Accutron watch, produced between 1960 and 1972, has been a game-changer for cantors in orthodox synagogues. Featuring a tuning fork timekeeping el...