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Louis Bannet, renowned as the "Dutch Louis Armstrong," used his exceptional jazz talent to survive the Holocaust. During WWII, Bannet was captured and taken ...

Connie Francis, the iconic Italian-American singer known for hits like "Where the Boys Are," recorded an album in 1960 titled "Connie Francis Sings Jewish Fa...

Rabbi Yitzchok Ungar, a revered Vizhnitzer chassid and composer, left a profound impact on chassidic music before his recent passing. Born in prewar Bratisla...

Alan Bergman, the Oscar-winning lyricist known for his collaborations with Barbra Streisand, has passed away at the age of 99. Together with his wife Marilyn...

This a cappella song creatively ties the themes of the Torah portion Matot-Masei to a sea shanty style, fittingly mirroring the 42 journeys of the Israelites...

Connie Francis, a celebrated mid-20th-century pop star who recently found a new audience on TikTok, has garnered renewed attention following her death at 87,...

Billy Joel, often considered a divisive figure in music criticism, is the focus of a comprehensive six-hour documentary by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, titl...

Walter Zev Feldman's memoir, "From the Bronx to the Bosphorus," explores his pivotal role in the 1970s klezmer revival and his lifelong fascination with the ...

Billy Joel, in HBO's documentary 'And So It Goes,' delves into his family's Holocaust history, revealing how it shaped his identity and influenced his public...

Jewish music has a unique way of revitalizing old classics with contemporary relevance, as detailed by Cindy Scarr. Songs like "Yifrach," "Mareh Kohein," "Ha...

An Orthodox Jewish music festival named Yamim Baim will take place at the historic Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in New York, echoing the legacy of the ic...

Cantors, once celebrated within the secluded Hasidic courts of Europe, became cultural icons with remarkable influence in America. This historical developmen...

Jerusalem-based singer Moshe Duvid Weissmandl has released his debut solo album, "Bekol Noim," showcasing a fresh chassidish voice combined with contemporary...

Avi Piamenta, a cherished figure in Jewish music, recently passed away, leaving behind a rich legacy alongside his brother, Yosi Piamenta. The Piamenta Broth...

George and Ira Gershwin, originally Jewish immigrants, transformed the Jewish experience of hardship and cultural assimilation in early 20th-century America ...

Hughie Stone Fish, along with Avery Stone Fish and Ben Nemeroff, has created a Jewish parody of the nostalgic 2000 hit song "Teenage Dirtbag" by Wheatus. Thi...

DJ Chaia's debut album, Yiddish Electronic, marks a significant fusion of techno and Yiddish music, dubbed 'kleztronica'. The album release party in New York...

This creative retelling of Parshas Balak transforms the biblical story into a musical piece inspired by 1960s gunslinger ballads and Spaghetti Westerns. The ...

Sammy Davis Jr., an iconic entertainer, is celebrated not just for his immense talent but also for his significant cultural impact. In addition to breaking r...

"The Feast of the Seven Sinners," a new Yiddish musical performed at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan, delves into themes of rebellion, vice, and tradition wit...

New York's Central Park became a hub of vibrant Jewish culture as thousands gathered for the world's largest Yiddish sing-along, hosted by the Folksbiene Yid...

Ben Kweller, the Jewish musician, channels intense personal grief into his new album, "Cover the Mirrors," following the tragic loss of his son. The album is...

The U.S. State Department has revoked the visas of British punk band Bob Vylan after the group led chants of "Death to the IDF" at the Glastonbury Festival, ...

This musical piece offers a contemporary exploration of Parshas Chukas, specifically delving into the enigmatic ritual of the Parah Adumah (Red Heifer). By u...

At the Glastonbury Festival, British punk band Bob Vylan incited controversy by leading chants of "Death to the IDF" among attendees, part of broader pro-Pal...

Rebecca Karpen reflects on her deep connection with the music of Jill Sobule, a Queer Jewish icon, who profoundly impacted her life and music career. Sobule,...

In a surprising yet harmonious collaboration, Barbra Streisand and Bob Dylan team up for a duet on "The Very Thought of You" for Streisand's album "The Secre...

New York City's beloved Yiddish cultural event, New York Sings Yiddish, returns to Central Park SummerStage for a vibrant and resilient expression of Jewish ...

The beloved Israeli folk dance song "Od Lo Ahavti Dai," written by the iconic Naomi Shemer, is widely recognized for its upbeat and lively tune, but carries ...

The collaboration between Pinky Weber and Dovy Meisels marks an intriguing fusion of traditional chassidic music with contemporary emotional tones in their n...

The video presents a creatively composed song that delves into the narrative of Parshas Korach, focusing on the rebellion led by Korach against Moses as desc...

John Ondrasik, the singer-songwriter known as Five for Fighting, discusses his support for Israel and critiques modern American foreign policy, arguing for s...

The Hadar Institute's Rising Song Salon is innovatively incorporating Yiddish poetry this summer, with renowned Jewish musicians Basya Schechter and Avi Fox-...

David Samuels explores the dominance of popular arts in American culture, emphasizing their pivotal role over traditional fine arts forms. He argues that Ame...

The evolution of sound effects in Jewish music reveals a charming shift from inventive low-tech methods to modern digital solutions. Cindy Scarr reflects on ...

In the song "Stronger," the experience of the twelve spies sent to explore Canaan, as detailed in Parshas Shlach, is revisited with a poignant exploration of...

The podcast clip explores how the iconic rock band The Grateful Dead had a profound impact on the life of a Jewish woman, transforming her perspectives and p...

Bnai Jeshurun, a historic Upper West Side congregation, is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a series of events that reflect its rich musical and cultur...

The Irish band Fontaines D.C. used their platform at the Primavera Sound music festival in Barcelona to project a pro-Palestinian message, claiming Israel is...

Eitan Katz has released a new album, 'BEIS HASHEM,' showcasing his dedication to creating authentic, singable niggunim that respect traditional Jewish music ...

Sly Stone, the legendary musician behind Sly and the Family Stone, known for his innovative blend of pop, soul, funk, and psychedelia, recorded a surprising ...

In this musical piece titled "Zocharnu Es Hadaggah," the focus is on the complaints of the Israelites about the manna, the miraculous food that sustained the...

"Caught by the Tides" is a film gaining attention for featuring a melody reminiscent of Israel's national anthem, "Hatikvah," though it's actually a performa...

The recent Eurovision Song Contest highlighted a significant disconnect between European audiences and their governments, particularly regarding Israel. Isra...

In a surprising turn, rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, took to social media to publicly renounce his antisemitic views shortly after a tragic shootin...

Liam O'Hanna, a member of the Irish rap group Kneecap, faces terrorism charges in London for displaying a Hezbollah flag during a concert, an act viewed as s...

Yuval Raphael's second-place performance at Eurovision captivated audiences with its poignant symbolism and emotional depth. Her song, "New Day Will Rise," i...

Yuval Raphael of Israel secured second place in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, primarily due to the strong support from the popular vote across Europe, de...

Exploring the resilience of jazz in Nazi Germany, the piece highlights how music serves as a powerful form of resistance against oppressive regimes. Despite ...

Louis Bannet, a renowned Dutch jazz trumpeter, found himself in the harrowing clutches of Auschwitz during the Holocaust. Facing an ultimatum to perform or f...