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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 ...

Chai Cancer Care partners with schools through their Chai in Schools program to provide emotional support and therapy services to children affected by cancer...

In the late 1950s, talent broker Harold the Colonel Kudlets brought Rompin Ronnie Hawkins and Levon Helm to Canada to perform, including at tough bars like t...

"The Singer Sisters" is a debut novel by Sarah Seltzer depicting a Jewish folk music family's journey from Massachusetts to Greenwich Village in the 1960s, t...

Charlie Midnight, a songwriter and producer, found writing the lyrics for Barbra Streisand's theme song for the television series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz...

The review discusses Jordan Fein's revival of "Fiddler on the Roof" at Regents Park Open Air Theatre, emphasizing its faithfulness to tradition and relevance...

Lenny Kaye, known as Patti Smith's collaborator, guitarist, and co-songwriter, is a rock 'n' roll legend stemming from his work on Smith's debut album "Horse...

The article discusses the significance of the Jewish anthem, "Hatikvah," especially in the context of the survivors of Bergen-Belsen singing it upon liberati...

"Your Lie In April," an adaptation of Naoshi Arakawa's manga comic, brings Japanese storytelling to the stage with a tale of high school violinists. The stor...

The text discusses the significance of Jewish music and cultural events during the summer, highlighting various artists and performances. It mentions experie...

Talia Schlanger, known for her career in broadcasting with CBC Radio and NPR, discusses her transition to a professional music career with the release of her...

Talia Schlanger, known for her work in hosting music programs and interviewing artists on CBC Radio and NPR, recently shifted her focus to becoming a profess...

A host expresses surprise at the singers' unwavering dedication to modesty in this YouTube video.

The teaser for the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" directed by James Mangold and starring Timothe Chalamet focuses on Dylan's early years from...

Imelda Staunton shines as the lead in the revival of the musical "Hello, Dolly!" despite not being the iconic Barbra Streisand. Staunton's portrayal of Dolly...

Esther Freeman explores the dangers and challenges young women face in the music industry due to its over-sexualization and exploitation.

"A Complete Unknown," a new biopic on Bob Dylan starring Timothe Chalamet, explores the folk singer's transition to using electric instruments in his music. ...

Rabbi Moshe Blaustein, known for his work in Jewish music and as a rebbi and camp director at Camp Agudah Toronto, shares insights into the power of songs an...

Esther Freeman shares her journey as a Hasidic woman singer, navigating the challenges of fame, single motherhood, and life in the spotlight.

The text details composer Ricky Ian Gordon's journey in creating the opera "Morning Star" in collaboration with librettist William Hoffman. Inspired by a fam...

Benjamin Till, a composer and advocate for British Jewish heritage, is working on a major musical composition called "The Jews of Britain" to narrate the 100...

Seattle attorneys are pursuing legal action against a local publication, the Palestine Chronicle, for allegedly violating the Alien Tort Statute and providin...

A new four-DVD box set of Sam Peckinpah's underrated film "Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid" highlights Bob Dylan's minor role as Alias, showcasing his signific...

Yiddish Shabbos songs are an integral part of the Friday night dinner experience, offering a connection to Jewish traditions. These songs, known as zemirot, ...

The Jerusalem Youth Chorus, comprised of Israeli and Palestinian teens, impressed judges on Americas Got Talent with a rendition of "Home," symbolizing unity...

The Jerusalem Youth Chorus, a group of Israeli and Palestinian teens, impressed the judges on Americas Got Talent with their rendition of "Home," symbolizing...

Eli Klein, known for composing music for various Jewish music artists, has released his own album, "SHIRIM SHEKATAVTI," featuring his singing debut and uniqu...

A new musical titled "Go!" brings a fresh perspective to the story of Moses and the Exodus, focusing on his complexities as a character and the challenges he...

Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, has created CarleBot, a software similar to Shazam but for Jewish melodies, specifically focusing on Rabbi Shlomo...

Etgar Keret reflects on his personal connection to Pink Floyd's song "Wish You Were Here" and debates whether Israeli radio stations should stop playing Roge...

Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, created CarleBot, a melody detection software akin to Shazam, to identify Jewish prayer melodies, particularly th...

Survivors of the October 7 attacks in Israel, including Amit Soussana and Tali Biner, are struggling with the aftermath of the violence they experienced. Sou...

Jewish Broadway star Julie Benko and her husband, Jason Yaeger, are expecting their first child. Benko, known for her performance in "Funny Girl," announced ...

The article discusses the debate over whether sports or music is the most exciting part of camp, highlighting various memorable musical experiences that occu...

Immanuel College in Bushey has been shortlisted for the Independent School of the Year Awards in the music and drama category. The school is recognized for i...

Abraham Marley, the grandson of Bob Marley and son of Ziggy Marley, recently celebrated his bar mitzvah. Ziggy Marley and his wife, Orly, embrace both Rastaf...

The letters to the editor touch on various Jewish themes and concerns. Martin Kalson praises Rabbi Arnold Saunders for his dignified and brave behavior at an...

Zusha, a band blending Hasidic and secular musical styles, joins Omer Netzer, a Jewish-Israeli country musician, in a discussion about their creative journey...

Danielle and Galeet Dardashti, raised in a mixed Jewish family with Persian heritage sidelined in their upbringing, initiated a podcast called "The Nightinga...

The text discusses the polarization and simplification of perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with a focus on the biases and complexities withi...

Debbie Friedman, a revolutionary Jewish musician, transformed American Jewish connections to Judaism through her catchy and empowering tunes for prayers and ...

In Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, two Jewish musicians, Roy Nathanson and Aaron Lisman, have created vibrant music scenes on front porches during the pandemic. Natha...

The biography "Lou Reed: The King of New York" by Will Hermes delves deeply into Lou Reed's Jewish roots and influences, shedding light on how his Jewish ide...

Tens of thousands gathered at a healing concert in Tel Aviv's HaYarkon Park, marking the first event by the Tribe of Nova since a tragic incident where Hamas...

The Etgar Quiz no 275 includes questions about Jewish topics such as special products of Israel, the Ladino language, Israeli highways, Devorah in the Tanach...

Kinky Friedman, the musician and novelist who passed away at 79, embodied the enigmatic nature of Jewish identity. Born Richard Samet Friedman in Chicago to ...

Kinky Friedman, the charismatic Texan country singer and mystery novelist known for fronting The Texas Jewboys, passed away at 79 due to Parkinson's disease....

Music holds a profound place in Jewish life, embodying both joy and sorrow. The author's passion for music, stemming from childhood experiences and culminati...

The text discusses the portrayal of Jews and Zionists in the media, emphasizing the rise in anti-Zionist sentiments and the association of Zionism with globa...