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Quincy Jones, who passed away at the age of 91, made a significant impact on film music with his score for Sidney Lumet's 1964 film "The Pawnbroker," a groun...

Many iconic Halloween songs have surprising Jewish origins, demonstrating the significant contributions of Jewish musicians to this spooky genre. Jewish comp...

Rabbi Reuven Levinson, a cherished educator in Chicago's Jewish community, has passed away. Known for his unwavering dedication at Arie Crown Hebrew Day Scho...

Bob Dylan, the iconic singer-songwriter, recently hinted at a new literary venture by expressing interest in the horror genre. While on tour in Frankfurt, Dy...

Phil Lesh, the iconic bassist of the Grateful Dead, passed away at 84, leaving a unique imprint on Jewish culture through the musical Passover seders he host...

Musician and author Peter Himmelman discusses the enduring power of hope, his Jewish faith, and his dedication to using his art to foster connection and hope...

A documentary video explores the inspiring journey of a girl from the Satmar Hasidic community who transitions into the world of rock music, carving her own ...

George Harrison, often considered the modest and spiritual Beatle, emerges in a new light in Seth Rogovoy's exploration of his musical contributions. Rogovoy...

The article explores the complex cultural ties between Jewish music traditions and the accordion, an instrument often associated with both sorrow and celebra...

Rufus Wainwright and Donald Trump are at odds over the use of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," which Trump played at a campaign rally. Despite Wainwright's crit...

Emphasizing the cultural interplay within Jewish liturgy, Rukhl Schaechter explores a Yiddish parody of the Hebrew prayer for rain, traditionally recited on ...

Rukhl Schaechter explores a unique cultural artifact—a Yiddish parody of the Hebrew prayer for rain, Tefillat Geshem, sung by the late cantor Mordechai Hersh...

Adam Abeshouse, a distinguished producer in the classical music world and a devoted member of the Jewish community, passed away at 63 due to bile duct cancer...

Mitch Frohman, a Jewish musician from the Bronx, shares his remarkable journey as a saxophonist and flutist who toured the world with Latin jazz legend Tito ...

Paul McCartney, the legendary former Beatle, attended Yom Kippur services in Santiago, Chile, alongside his Jewish wife, Nancy Shevell. The unexpected presen...

Following the tragic events of October 7, the Israeli music scene has produced a flood of songs serving as a national balm for grief, anger, and solidarity. ...

Terry Gibbs, a Jewish jazz icon known for his bebop vibraphone mastery, celebrates his 100th birthday with the release of a lost 1959 recording from his Drea...

Judith Rosenbaum, CEO of the Jewish Women's Archive, engages in a discussion with Lilith Magazine staffer Sarah Seltzer regarding her novel, "The Singer Sist...

Matisyahu explores his public and personal journey through Jewish identity and spirituality, reflecting on his experiences in multiple cultural and religious...

The article covers the Bereaved Families Oct. 7 Memorial Ceremony held in Tel Aviv, where Israeli society gathered to honor the victims of the October 7 terr...

Jewish a cappella group Six13 has released a pop punk parody for Rosh Hashanah, adapting Bowling for Soup's 2004 hit "1985," which aligns perfectly with the ...

Dania Bressler reflects on her identity and spiritual journey through music, particularly through the piece 'Tfilah' by Lera Auerbach, which became poignant ...

Akiva Schick explores the unique journey of Matisyahu, a Hasidic reggae artist who gained fame in the mid-2000s. Matisyahu, born Matthew Miller, blended his ...

Dovid Nachman Golding reflects on the power and significance of Jewish music, particularly during the Yamim Noraim, through stories of revered baalei tefilla...

Isaac Honig, a noted Chasidic singer, shares insights into his dual roles as both a performer and a baal tefillah during the High Holy Days. Honig discusses ...

Israeli hip-hop artist Shaanan Streett reflects on his time as a soldier in Gaza in 1991, when a seemingly peaceful day during the First Intifada saw Palesti...

Amid the chaos following the October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel, the Carmel Quartet, led by violinist Rachel Ringelstein, emerged as a beacon of healin...

The latest issue highlights emerging talent in Jewish music through two debut albums and the Elul-themed Kumzitz Alive album. Gershi Uri, under the guidance ...

Leonard Cohen's song "You Want It Darker," infused with deep Jewish themes and religious questioning, eerily resonates with the events of October 7, a date m...

Galeet Dardashti, a multi-talented musician and anthropologist, is reimagining Persian Jewish Selichot prayers in her new album, "Monajat." Featuring a blend...

Two reinterpretations of Lewis Carroll's classic 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' are being staged in London. ZooNation's 'The Mad Hatter's Tea Party' at t...

Ishay Ribo's concert at Madison Square Garden transcended a mere musical performance, becoming a profound moment of Jewish unity and spiritual awakening amid...

In a world filled with rising divisions and despair, music remains a unique source of comfort and unity. The author shares a personal journey of rediscoverin...

South African musician David Scott, known as The Kiffness, gained viral fame with a remix inspired by Donald Trump's bizarre claim about Haitian immigrants b...

Michael Hearst, of the klezmer duo One Ring Zero, embarks on a unique project to explore and reimagine 80s pop music with a touch of Jewish reflection and cr...

Schmaltz and Pepper is a new klezmer ensemble in Toronto, combining Ashkenazi Jewish folk music with classical, jazz, and tango influences. Founded by violin...

Jacobs Ladder is a trio of Jewish musicians from Boston who bring a unique blend of American bluegrass and Jewish liturgical music to diverse audiences. Comp...

Benj Pasek, a notable Jewish songwriter, has entered the elite EGOT circle by winning an Emmy for his song in the Hulu series "Only Murders in the Building."...

Jenni Asher, from California, is set to become the first black woman in the USA to be ordained as a cantor. Her unique journey into Judaism began with her up...

This article, part of JTA's Teen Journalism Fellowship, explores the personal journey of a young Jewish songwriter who finds inspiration in Jewish musicians ...

The Home Farm experience offers a unique blend of intimate music performances and gourmet meals in a serene meadow setting, with events scheduled between Apr...

The second day of the Democratic National Convention was highlighted by impactful speeches, including ones by Doug Emhoff and Michelle Obama, with former Pre...

The band Distant Cousins released a new EP called "Out of the Darkness" following the October 7 attack in Israel, aiming to provide spiritual comfort through...

Brady Isaacs Pearce, 24, expresses excitement about joining the cast of Cable Street, a musical depicting the 1936 event when East End residents thwarted fas...

"A Chorus Line" is celebrated for its unique portrayal of the individuals who make up the chorus, breaking away from the typical faceless ensemble. The show,...

Nikola David, a renowned German cantor and opera singer, was tragically killed in a family dispute, with his adult son suspected of manslaughter. The inciden...

Chappell Roan, whose real name is Kayleigh Amstutz, has recently gained significant popularity as a singer but despite rumors and speculation, she is not Jew...

Chappell Roan, originally Kayleigh Amstutz, is a rising music star often mistaken for Jewish despite having a conservative Christian upbringing. This specula...

In response to the tragedy of Oct. 7 and the ongoing conflict, Jewish writers, musicians, and leaders are creating new liturgy and rituals to mourn during Ti...

Tim Walz, the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, has expressed his love for Bob Dylan's song "Forever Young," deeming it his favorite Dylan tune due to ...