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This rocker (almost) named Eric Kaminkowitz had a thing for edible berries and inspired Bruce Springsteen and 'Dirty Dancing'
22 Mar
Eric Carmen, a talented musician who recently passed away at 74, was best known as the frontman for Raspberries, a group recognized for pioneering the power ...
22 Mar
Rationalist Judaism
A Nation of Superheroes
22 Mar
The text discusses the popularity of the song "Giburei Al" (Superheroes) in Israel and highlights its significance in understanding Israeli identity. It refe...
22 Mar
People of the Pod
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Matisyahu’s Message to His Fellow Jews and to the Israel Haters Trying to Cancel Him
21 Mar
Matisyahu, a Jewish American reggae singer, rapper, and beatboxer, expresses his belief in Israel's right to exist despite facing protests and cancellations,...
21 Mar
Forward
You should probably be aware of that Purim song’s racist backstory
20 Mar
Louis Keene discusses the problematic origins of a popular Purim melody, Mishenichnas Adar, which is sung to the tune of the folk song "Pick A Bale of Cotton...
20 Mar
Mishpacha
Like Stars Forever
19 Mar
Beri Weber, known for his successful music career with nine albums and performances at luxury weddings worldwide, also serves as a rosh yeshivah for bochurim...
19 Mar
Mishpacha
An Ordinary Monday
19 Mar
On an ordinary Monday in Israel, the narrator is uplifted by the joyful singing of schoolboys celebrating Rosh Chodesh Adar with traditional Jewish songs. Th...
19 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
Arts agenda: From ‘Pickle’ to klezmer, get ready for showtime
19 Mar
Spring welcomes a new wave of Jewish cultural events, from Deli Segal's humorous one-woman show "Pickle" at Soho Theatre, KlezNorth AllStars Concert featurin...
19 Mar
Tablet
Bernstein in the Desert
19 Mar
Leonard Bernstein's profound connection to Israel began even before its establishment as a state. In 1947, he visited British Palestine and was captivated by...
19 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
From Odesa to the West End: Golda the musical
17 Mar
Golda Amirova, a Ukrainian singer, stars in a musical called Golda that narrates her journey from Odesa to London through Israel, with influences from Fiddle...
17 Mar
Kveller
Israel’s 2024 Eurovision Song ‘Hurricane’ Is Here
12 Mar
Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry, "Hurricane" by Eden Golan, stands out as a dramatic power ballad with somber and dark tones, differing from previous more upb...
12 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
How saxophonist Benny Green’s son is keeping the family’s musical tradition alive
12 Mar
Leo Green, son of musician Benny Green, continues his family's musical legacy by leading the Leo Green Orchestra, set to perform in a monthly orchestral resi...
12 Mar
Forward
Music video for ‘Hurricane,’ Israel’s Eurovision entry, released after changes that tone down references to Oct. 7
12 Mar
Israel released a new version of its Eurovision entry, "Hurricane," toned down from an earlier song, "October Rain," to remove political references. The song...
12 Mar
JTA
Singer Steve Lawrence, son of a cantor and half of ‘Steve and Eydie,’ dies at 88
11 Mar
Steve Lawrence, renowned singer and son of a cantor, passed away at 88 in Los Angeles. Along with his wife Eydie Gorm, they formed a successful singing duo, ...
11 Mar
MomentMag
From Jewish Rapper to Israel Activist with Kosha Dillz and Joe Alterman
9 Mar
Kosha Dillz discusses embracing his Jewish identity through music and activism in a conversation with Joe Alterman.
9 Mar
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For the 3rd time, Matisyahu concert canceled amid threat of pro-Palestinian protests
8 Mar
Matisyahu, the American Jewish reggae musician, had his third concert canceled due to the threat of pro-Palestinian protests, following cancellations in Tucs...
8 Mar
JTA
Their grandfather was a celebrity during the golden age for Jews in Iran. So why did he leave?
8 Mar
The podcast series "The Nightingale of Iran" explores the life of Younes Dardashti, a Jewish maestro who was a celebrated singer in Iran during the mid-20th ...
8 Mar
Moment
From Jewish Rapper to Israel Activist with Kosha Dillz and Joe Alterman
8 Mar
Kosha Dillz, also known as Rami Even-Esh, discusses his journey from being a Jewish rapper to becoming an Israel activist, emphasizing the importance of embr...
8 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
Master of metal David Draiman shows Israel some heavy support
8 Mar
Heavy metal star David Draiman, lead vocalist of Disturbed, who has family in Israel, broke his silence on his support for Israel during a Florida concert af...
8 Mar
Tablet
The Met’s New ‘Therapeutic’ Forza Is a Disaster
8 Mar
The Metropolitan Opera's recent adaptation of Giuseppe Verdi's "The Force of Destiny" by Mariusz Trelnsky was criticized for its misguided portrayal, focusin...
8 Mar
Forward
Israel will officially participate in Eurovision after its latest song submission is approved
7 Mar
Israel has been approved to participate in the Eurovision music competition after its latest song submission, "Hurricane," was accepted following the rejecti...
7 Mar
JTA
Jewish Life Stories: The eternally fashionable Iris Apfel, and the son of a klezmer great
6 Mar
Iris Apfel, a Jewish fashion icon who passed away at 102, had a long and successful career in textile design, becoming famous for her unique style and signat...
6 Mar
Culturally Jewish
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From Nassau Street to United Bakers, a new family folk album waxes nostalgic about old Jewish Toronto
6 Mar
The Warner siblings and Jason Craig have created "A Song for Ira," a nostalgic concept album that captures the essence of Jewish life in mid-20th century Tor...
6 Mar
Culturally Jewish
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From Nassau Street to United Bakers, a new family folk album waxes nostalgic about old Jewish Toronto
6 Mar
Eric and Erin Warner, inspired by their late grandfather's long life in Toronto, collaborated with Jason Craig to produce a concept album, 'A Song for Ira,' ...
6 Mar
Tablet
A Life Held Hostage
6 Mar
In August 2015, the author visited the Village, a performing arts school near Gaza in Israel, to paint and support talented young musicians in the region. Th...
6 Mar
Forward
Wartime wildflowers draw few visitors: ‘Now all their red makes me think of is blood’
2 Mar
Amidst the scarlet wildflowers that bloom annually near Gaza, the Darom Adom festival has seen decreased attendance due to the ongoing war. While typically d...
2 Mar
Forward
Second Israeli song entry for Eurovision in dispute as contest deadline approaches
2 Mar
Eden Golan's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest representing Israel is in jeopardy due to a dispute over the songs she wants to perform. The Europe...
2 Mar
Forward
Jenni Asher is set to become first ordained Black woman cantor
28 Feb
Jenni Asher, a talented violinist who converted to Judaism, is set to become the first ordained Black American woman cantor in the United States. Asher's jou...
28 Feb
Jewish Chronicle
How Jewish music helped me find my voice again
27 Feb
The author recounts how Jewish music, inspired by their mother's German cultural background and classical influences, helped them navigate personal struggles...
27 Feb
Between The Lines
Covering The Horror; Recovering From The Trauma
27 Feb
In response to the trauma experienced by over 150 Israeli journalists and support professionals who covered the October 7 attacks where hundreds were killed,...
27 Feb
Forward
Jewish frontman of heavy metal band Disturbed raises $29K for private security for Matisyahu after pro-Palestinian protests
27 Feb
David Draiman, the Jewish frontman of heavy metal band Disturbed, raised over $29,000 through a fundraiser to provide private security for Matisyahu, the Jew...
27 Feb
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In a Romeo-and-Juliet musical set in WWII Shanghai, Chinese and Jewish refugees are star-crossed lovers
26 Feb
Set during WWII in Shanghai, "migr" is a Romeo-and-Juliet musical that explores the love story of a Chinese woman and a Jewish man against the backdrop of Je...
26 Feb
Kveller
You Need to Hear Matisyahu Beatbox ‘Hava Nagila’
23 Feb
In a lighthearted encounter, Jewish musician Matisyahu beatboxes with Moishe Oofnik from Israels Sesame Street, culminating in a beatboxing version of the cl...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle
How the Beatles got by with some help from their little-known Jewish friends
22 Feb
The Beatles' success was not only influenced by their talent but also by the support of Jewish figures in their lives and careers. Brian Epstein, the band's ...
22 Feb
Kveller
This Leonard Cohen Quote About Making Jewish Music Is Perfect
21 Feb
Leonard Cohen, the Jewish Canadian musician, had deep connections to Israel and Judaism throughout his life. His experiences in Israel during various visits ...
21 Feb
JTA
Jewish Life Stories: A Jewish icon of NYC gay life, and the ‘Epstein’ in ‘Epstein-Barr virus’
21 Feb
Steve Ostrow, a former cantor turned icon of NYC gay life, passed away at 91. He founded the Continental Baths, a famous gay bathhouse and disco that hosted ...
21 Feb
Kveller
That Time Julie Andrews Sang In Yiddish
20 Feb
In 1967, during the film "Thoroughly Modern Millie," Julie Andrews sang a Yiddish song at a Jewish wedding scene in a story set in the 1920s. This moment is ...
20 Feb
JTA
‘Emigré,’ a musical drama about Shanghai’s Jewish community during WWII, makes its US premiere
20 Feb
"Emigr" is a new musical drama about the Jewish community in Shanghai during World War II, focusing on two Jewish brothers who flee to Shanghai and encounter...
20 Feb
Kveller
Shira Haas, Sarah Paulson to Star In Movie About Jewish Conductor Ethel Stark
16 Feb
Actresses Shira Haas and Sarah Paulson are set to star in a movie titled "Ethel" about Jewish conductor Ethel Stark, who led the first all-female orchestra i...
16 Feb
Kveller
How Israeli Music Changed After October 7
16 Feb
After the devastating attack on Israeli civilians on October 7, the country's music scene shifted dramatically to mournful songs reflecting the nation's grie...
16 Feb
JTA
2 Matisyahu concerts in the Southwest are canceled after pro-Palestinian activists protest
16 Feb
Two concerts by Jewish singer Matisyahu in the Southwest have been canceled due to protests by pro-Palestinian activists. The venues cited staffing shortages...
16 Feb
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Matisyahu claims venues canceled his shows due to antisemitism
16 Feb
Matisyahu, the reggae artist known for incorporating Judaism into his music, has accused consecutive venues of canceling his shows because of antisemitism. T...
16 Feb
Forward
In the music of Bob Marley, a deep connection to Judaism
14 Feb
Bob Marley, the reggae icon, had a deep connection to Judaism, according to his relatives and his lyrics. While his Jewish ancestry is unverified, Marley's m...
14 Feb
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Eden Golan to represent Israel in Eurovision 2024 amid calls for Israel’s ban from song competition
10 Feb
Eden Golan has been chosen to represent Israel in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. She won the Israeli competition, beating three other finalists, and will ...
10 Feb
Tablet
The Forgotten Pioneer of Movie Music
9 Feb
Ottalie Mark, a forgotten pioneer in movie music, played a crucial role in the transition from silent films to synchronized sound. Born to Russian Jewish imm...
9 Feb
People of the Pod
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How A 10/7 Survivor is Confronting Anti-Israel Activists on College Campuses
8 Feb
Yoni Diller, a survivor of the 10/7 attack at the Supernova Music Festival in Israel, is now sharing his story with political leaders and college students ar...
8 Feb
JTA
A Jerusalem swim team with Israeli and Palestinian members inspires a new musical in NYC
7 Feb
A swim team in Jerusalem, consisting of both Israeli and Palestinian members, had always avoided discussing politics in order to foster unity. However, the 2...
7 Feb
Kveller
When Raffi Sang a Song of Peace for Israeli and Palestinian Children
7 Feb
The article discusses the song "Salaam Shalom" by Raffi, an Israeli-Canadian musician. The song advocates for peace between Israeli and Palestinian children,...
7 Feb
Forward
Was Taylor Swift supposed to say 'Free Palestine' at the Grammys?
6 Feb
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Taylor Swift's silence on the conflict in Gaza during the Grammys. While Annie Lennox used her stage time t...
6 Feb
Kveller
At the Grammys, Statements on Israel and Palestine Stole the Show
5 Feb
The recent Grammys saw Israeli and Jewish artists making statements about the war in Gaza and the October 7 attack in Israel. Several artists wore yellow rib...
5 Feb
Forward
‘The Greatest Night in Pop’ revives the most authentic video of Bob Dylan ever
5 Feb
In the Netflix documentary "The Greatest Night in Pop," a previously unseen video of Bob Dylan recording his solo part for the charity single "We Are the Wor...
5 Feb