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Jewish Band Distant Cousins Release Beautiful Healing Music for Our Post October 7 World
16 Aug 2024
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...
16 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
‘Joining the cast of Cable Street is a dream!’
15 Aug 2024
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...
15 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
A Chorus Line review: ‘makes the case for show’s revival’
14 Aug 2024
"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,...
14 Aug 2024
JTA
Prominent German cantor and opera singer is killed in what police say was a family dispute
12 Aug 2024
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...
12 Aug 2024
Moment
No, Chappell Roan Is Not Jewish
12 Aug 2024
Chappell Roan, originally Kayleigh Amstutz, is a rising music star often mistaken for Jewish despite having a conservative Christian upbringing. This specula...
12 Aug 2024
Moment
No, Chappell Roan Is Not Jewish
12 Aug 2024
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...
12 Aug 2024
JTA
In first Tisha B’Av after Oct. 7, Jewish writers, musicians, and lay leaders compose new liturgy and traditions to mourn a fresh tragedy
9 Aug 2024
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...
9 Aug 2024
Forward
One of Bob Dylan's most Jewish songs is VP candidate Tim Walz's favorite
9 Aug 2024
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 ...
9 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Chai Cancer Care takes their support into schools
9 Aug 2024
Chai Cancer Care partners with schools through their Chai in Schools program to provide emotional support and therapy services to children affected by cancer...
9 Aug 2024
Tablet
Robbie Robertson’s Tailor
9 Aug 2024
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...
9 Aug 2024
JTA
In ‘The Singer Sisters,’ a Jewish folk music family makes it big from Greenwich Village to Lilith Fair
7 Aug 2024
"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...
7 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The song I wrote for The Tattooist of Auschwitz is my most profound ever
7 Aug 2024
Charlie Midnight, a songwriter and producer, found writing the lyrics for Barbra Streisand's theme song for the television series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz...
7 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Fiddler on the Roof review: a fresh revival that’s true to tradition
7 Aug 2024
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...
7 Aug 2024
Forward
How a Jewish kid from Upper Manhattan became a rock 'n' roll legend
2 Aug 2024
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...
2 Aug 2024
Sapir
Jewish Masterpiece: ‘Hatikvah’
1 Aug 2024
The article discusses the significance of the Jewish anthem, "Hatikvah," especially in the context of the survivors of Bergen-Belsen singing it upon liberati...
1 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Your Lie In April, review: Manga on the stage in this tale of high school violinists
31 Jul 2024
"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...
31 Jul 2024
Tablet
The Sounds of Summer
31 Jul 2024
The text discusses the significance of Jewish music and cultural events during the summer, highlighting various artists and performances. It mentions experie...
31 Jul 2024
Culturally Jewish
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Talia Schlanger spent years interviewing professional musicians—then became one herself
30 Jul 2024
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...
30 Jul 2024
Culturally Jewish
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Talia Schlanger spent years interviewing professional musicians—then became one herself
30 Jul 2024
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...
30 Jul 2024
Chabad.org
Host Taken Aback by Singers Ironclad Commitment to Modesty
26 Jul 2024
A host expresses surprise at the singers' unwavering dedication to modesty in this YouTube video.
26 Jul 2024
Forward
Little is revealed in new teaser for upcoming Bob Dylan biopic
25 Jul 2024
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...
25 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
She’s not Babs, but Imelda Staunton is a fab matchmaker
25 Jul 2024
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...
25 Jul 2024
Chabad.org
The DANGER for young women in the Music Industry
24 Jul 2024
Esther Freeman explores the dangers and challenges young women face in the music industry due to its over-sexualization and exploitation.
24 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
First trailer for Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet released
24 Jul 2024
"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. ...
24 Jul 2024
Mishpacha
Mood Mix with Rabbi Moshe Blaustein
23 Jul 2024
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...
23 Jul 2024
Chabad.org
“I Needed My Modesty” The Story of Hasidic Woman Singer | Esther Freeman
23 Jul 2024
Esther Freeman shares her journey as a Hasidic woman singer, navigating the challenges of fame, single motherhood, and life in the spotlight.
23 Jul 2024
Tablet
The Making of ‘Morning Star’
23 Jul 2024
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...
23 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
’I’m telling the story of Jews in Britain – and I need your help’
22 Jul 2024
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...
22 Jul 2024
The Cholent
Is a Local News Outlet Guilty of Aiding Hamas?
19 Jul 2024
Seattle attorneys are pursuing legal action against a local publication, the Palestine Chronicle, for allegedly violating the Alien Tort Statute and providin...
19 Jul 2024
Forward
That time Bob Dylan played Elijah the prophet in an underrated western — and did a better job than you might think
18 Jul 2024
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...
18 Jul 2024
Forward
Yiddish Shabbos songs to sing while sipping your glass of tea
17 Jul 2024
Yiddish Shabbos songs are an integral part of the Friday night dinner experience, offering a connection to Jewish traditions. These songs, known as zemirot, ...
17 Jul 2024
Forward
Jerusalem Youth Chorus advances on ‘America’s Got Talent’ with performance of ‘Home’
17 Jul 2024
The Jerusalem Youth Chorus, comprised of Israeli and Palestinian teens, impressed judges on Americas Got Talent with a rendition of "Home," symbolizing unity...
17 Jul 2024
JTA
Israeli and Palestinian Jerusalem Youth Chorus advances on ‘America’s Got Talent’ with performance of ‘Home’
17 Jul 2024
The Jerusalem Youth Chorus, a group of Israeli and Palestinian teens, impressed the judges on Americas Got Talent with their rendition of "Home," symbolizing...
17 Jul 2024
Mishpacha
The Songs I Wrote
16 Jul 2024
Eli Klein, known for composing music for various Jewish music artists, has released his own album, "SHIRIM SHEKATAVTI," featuring his singing debut and uniqu...
16 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
This new musical stars a thoroughly modern Moses
10 Jul 2024
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...
10 Jul 2024
Forward
A new Shazam-style bot will detect Shlomo Carlebach’s melodies
9 Jul 2024
Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, has created CarleBot, a software similar to Shazam but for Jewish melodies, specifically focusing on Rabbi Shlomo...
9 Jul 2024
Forward
Roger Waters denied 10/7. Here's why Israeli radio should keep playing his songs.
9 Jul 2024
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...
9 Jul 2024
JTA
A new Shazam-style bot will identify Shlomo Carlebach’s melodies
9 Jul 2024
Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, created CarleBot, a melody detection software akin to Shazam, to identify Jewish prayer melodies, particularly th...
9 Jul 2024
Hadassah
October 7 Survivors Will Not Be Silenced
9 Jul 2024
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...
9 Jul 2024
Kveller
Jewish Broadway Star Julie Benko is Having a Baby!
9 Jul 2024
Jewish Broadway star Julie Benko and her husband, Jason Yaeger, are expecting their first child. Benko, known for her performance in "Funny Girl," announced ...
9 Jul 2024
Mishpacha
I’d Rather Play and Sing
9 Jul 2024
The article discusses the debate over whether sports or music is the most exciting part of camp, highlighting various memorable musical experiences that occu...
9 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Immanuel shortlisted for schools’ creative award
8 Jul 2024
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...
8 Jul 2024
Kveller
Bob Marley’s Grandson Just Celebrated His Bar Mitzvah
5 Jul 2024
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...
5 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Letters to the Editor, 5 July 2024
4 Jul 2024
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...
4 Jul 2024
Unorthodox
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Summer Jams with Zusha and Omer Netzer: Ep. 419
4 Jul 2024
Zusha, a band blending Hasidic and secular musical styles, joins Omer Netzer, a Jewish-Israeli country musician, in a discussion about their creative journey...
4 Jul 2024
Hadassah
A New Podcast Unravels a Persian-Jewish Mystery
3 Jul 2024
Danielle and Galeet Dardashti, raised in a mixed Jewish family with Persian heritage sidelined in their upbringing, initiated a podcast called "The Nightinga...
3 Jul 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Most people find it easiest not to think for themselves
3 Jul 2024
The text discusses the polarization and simplification of perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with a focus on the biases and complexities withi...
3 Jul 2024
Kveller
The Story Behind Debbie Friedman’s Beloved ‘Mi Sheberach’ Melody
2 Jul 2024
Debbie Friedman, a revolutionary Jewish musician, transformed American Jewish connections to Judaism through her catchy and empowering tunes for prayers and ...
2 Jul 2024
Forward
How two Jewish musicians turned front porches in Brooklyn into a vibrant music scene
1 Jul 2024
In Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, two Jewish musicians, Roy Nathanson and Aaron Lisman, have created vibrant music scenes on front porches during the pandemic. Natha...
1 Jul 2024
Forward
How a Jewish kid named Lou Reed left 'the most boring place on earth' to become 'King of New York'
1 Jul 2024
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...
1 Jul 2024