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Lea Koenig, famed for her role in 'Shtisel,' captivates audiences in a new Yiddish music video where she sings 'Kum zhe mame,' a Yiddish adaptation of a 1964...

The iconic Disney song "It's a Small World (After All)," known for its enduring global resonance, received a lyrical update this year with a 70th anniversary...

In a critical examination of Taylor Swift's marketing tactics, Arye Dworken highlights how Swift's use of numerology and so-called 'Easter egg' hunting has c...

The video explores the extraordinary journey of an Israeli singer whose artistic and personal identity have been profoundly shaped by her family's embrace of...

Ken Burgess, originally a member of London's bustling 1960s music scene, converted to Judaism and became a prominent figure in the Israeli music world. Known...

Israeli director Ido Fluk's film "Köln 75," showcases the behind-the-scenes story of Keith Jarrett's iconic 1975 live album, "The Köln Concert," focusing on ...

The Israeli song "HaBayta" ("Home") emerged as a poignant anthem for freeing hostages, notably resonating when Israeli hostages were released and returned ho...

Eighteen years ago, notable klezmer musicians gathered outside New York City's historic Eldridge Street Synagogue for a photograph organized by Yale Strom as...

Shloime Dachs is a celebrated figure in Jewish music, cherished for his emotive voice and contributions to the genre. However, his life's narrative extends b...

Cindy Scarr wryly recounts her annual Erev Succos tradition of receiving a phone call from Avremi Gourarie, a prominent music arranger, renewing a connection...

International music icon Yaakov Shwekey, producer Doni Gross, and author Yisroel Besser have created a unique project that blends music and storytelling to c...

Nat Seelen is spearheading a Jewish musical renaissance in Boston with the Boston Festival of New Jewish Music, focusing on reinvigorating Jewish musical cul...

Exploring the unique intersection of Jewish heritage and pop culture, 18 Jewish Baby Names Inspired by Taylor Swift offers a playful list of names that are m...

Azealia Banks, the outspoken and often polarizing rapper, has announced a performance in Tel Aviv on October 9th as part of a broader visit to Israel, aligni...

"Newport & The Great Folk Dream," a new documentary by Robert Gordon, explores the Newport Folk Festival's pivotal years between 1963 and 1966. The film delv...

Cindy Scarr recounts an untold story about the friendship and collaborative relationship between Jewish music stars Avraham Fried and Dedi Graucher. After me...

Richard Linklater's 'Blue Moon' is a fascinating character study of Lorenz Hart, the celebrated lyricist known for his collaborations with Richard Rodgers. T...

The recent cancellation of Israeli DJ Roi Perez's performance at the Origins music festival in London sparked controversy after pressure from the pro-Palesti...

A British court has dropped terrorism charges against Mo Chara of the Irish rap band Kneecap. Chara, whose real name is Liam OHanna, was charged after a vide...

Renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman celebrates his 80th birthday with a significant public concert at the Beacon Theater, performing his acclaimed klezmer work...

Dua Lipa, the acclaimed British pop singer known for her pro-Palestinian stance, has reportedly parted ways with her Jewish agent, David Levy, after he advoc...

Shira Averbuch, an artist in residence at New York's B’nai Jeshurun Synagogue, has released her debut Hebrew-language children's album, "Shira with Shira," d...

Sam Sussman's novel, "Boy from the North Country," mixes fiction and potential autobiography as it navigates a mother-son relationship amid rumors of being t...

Joe Levy, a former editor at Rolling Stone and Billboard, discusses the profound impact of Jewish musicians on American culture with Moment Magazine’s Nadine...

Phil Manzanera, renowned guitarist of Roxy Music, discovered a surprising familial connection while writing his memoir "Revolucin to Roxy"—he is a descendant...

Alex Weiser and Ben Kaplan have transformed the unfinished scholarly project of the Yiddish language dictionary into a chamber opera, bringing the postwar st...

Marking YIVO's centennial, Alex Weiser and Ben Kaplan present "The Great Dictionary of the Yiddish Language," a chamber opera exploring the epic but incomple...

Azi Schwartz, cantor at Park Avenue Synagogue, continues his tradition of creatively reimagining Jewish liturgical music by setting "Adon Olam" to the tune o...

The Metropolitan Opera is set to adapt Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay," into an opera for its 2025...

In an exploration of Bob Dylan's creative journey during the production of his iconic album 'Blood on the Tracks,' Sam Sussman interweaves personal narrative...

Anne Sebba's book "The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz" delves into the complex narrative of Jewish women musicians who survived Auschwitz by playing in an or...

The role of the chazzan in Jewish prayer has evolved significantly over time. Traditionally, the chazzan was integral to both liturgical and musical aspects ...

Jane Eisner's new biography, "Carole King: She Made the Earth Move," explores the enduring legacy of the singer-songwriter as a cultural icon. Starting from ...

Mark Volman, co-founder of The Turtles, significantly influenced the music industry through his iconic band and its popular Happy Together tours, despite bat...

John Coltrane's iconic album "A Love Supreme," recorded on December 9, 1964, with his renowned quartet, is celebrated not only for its innovative music but a...

Motty Steinmetz has emerged as one of the foremost voices in Jewish and Hasidic music, renowned for his spiritual and emotive singing which bridges generatio...

Following the tragic events of October 7, 2023, at the Nova music festival, music has become a powerful medium of memorial and healing for grieving families ...

Carole King's groundbreaking 1971 album "Tapestry" revolutionized the singer-songwriter movement, providing a voice for many during a turbulent American era....

Matisyahu, the esteemed artist known for his unique fusion of reggae, hip-hop, alt-rock, and pop with a foundation in Judaism, is set to perform in Seattle t...

Adam Duritz, frontman of Counting Crows, is the focus of a new documentary highlighting his musical journey and personal connections to Judaism. Raised in a ...

Irish rap group Kneecap has cancelled its sold-out U.S. tour due to member Mo Chara's legal issues over alleged support for Hezbollah, following a pattern of...

In Jewish music, misattributions can obscure a composition's true origins, as seen with the popular niggun "Kol Dodi Dofek Pischi Li (Ani Yesheinah)". Common...

Grammy-winning musician Joanie Leeds has released a heartwarming album titled "Ageless: 100 Years Young" in honor of her 100-year-old bubby, Sylvia Furshman ...

The hosts of the Commentary Magazine Podcast delve into their favorite Broadway musicals, exploring the specific performances and characteristics that make e...

Israeli musicians face a dilemma as signing a petition criticizing the war in Gaza leads to backlash and possible cancellation of performances, demonstrating...

Sharon Hampson of the famed children's music trio Sharon, Lois & Bram is rejuvenating her musical career with a family band that includes her daughter and gr...

Yehuda Kastel, better known as DJ Hudacris, shares his profound journey from a successful Hasidic DJ to battling severe anxiety following a bad psychedelic e...

Taylor Swift's upcoming album, "The Life of a Showgirl," seems to draw unexpected parallels with the experiences of artists like Marc Chagall facing creative...

Exploring the popular yet somber Jewish song "Dona Dona," this piece delves into its history and cultural significance. Originally a Yiddish poem titled "Dos...

Marc Bolan, the legendary frontman of T. Rex, emerged from East London as a Jewish pop icon who defined Glam Rock with his androgynous style and poetic, psyc...