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Curt Schleier in Hadassah · 28 Mar

Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is a documentary exploring the life and musical legacy of Jewish singer-songwriter Janis Ian, known for her breakthrough hits "Society’s Child" and "At Seventeen."

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At a memorabilia auction, Bob Dylan reunites with another noteworthy Bob — and the unsung women behind their careers

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 5 Mar

Bob Dylan and Bob Neuwirth, both seminal figures in the 1960s folk music scene, are center stage at a memorabilia auction, highlighted by Dylan's first demo tape from 1961 and various personal items.

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'A Complete Unknown' has Dylan-mania sweeping the country — is that a good thing?

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 10 Feb

The release of the biopic "A Complete Unknown," starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, has reignited interest in the legendary songwriter's work, especially among younger audiences.

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Why I’ve made another film about Bob Dylan

Jewish Chronicle · 15 Jan

James Mangold, the filmmaker known for big-scale projects like Logan, has taken a daring step in creating a Bob Dylan biopic titled "A Complete Unknown".

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Singer Sisters review: ‘gentle notes on the gritty business of making music’

Jewish Chronicle · 13 Jan

Sarah Seltzer's debut novel, "The Singer Sisters," immerses readers into the world of 1960s folk music through the story of fictional Jewish siblings Judie and Sylvia Zingerman.

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For Late Jewish Musician Peter Yarrow, Being Jewish Gave Him a ‘Sense of Mission’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 8 Jan

Peter Yarrow, of the iconic folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, passed away in 2023 at age 86.

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Peter Yarrow sang the soundtrack to my Jewish childhood

Abigail Pogrebin in Forward · 7 Jan

Reflecting on her unique connection with folk legend Peter Yarrow, Abigail Pogrebin shares personal memories tied to Yarrow's music, particularly the iconic Hanukkah song "Light One Candle," first tested at her family's Hanukkah party.

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Peter Yarrow, Jewish musician and activist of Peter, Paul and Mary fame, dies at 86

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 7 Jan

Peter Yarrow, the influential Jewish musician and activist from the iconic 1960s folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, passed away at 86 due to bladder cancer.

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In Peter Yarrow's legacy, an uneasy blend of Jewish values and personal transgressions

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 7 Jan

Peter Yarrow, the Jewish singer-songwriter and member of the iconic folk group Peter, Paul, and Mary, left behind a complex legacy intertwining cultural contributions and personal controversies.

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The crucial Bob Dylan question that 'A Complete Unknown' fails to answer

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 25 Dec 2024

The article by Seth Rogovoy critiques the biopic "A Complete Unknown," which focuses on four pivotal years in Bob Dylan's early career.

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For Bob Dylan's biographer, 'A Complete Unknown' is a dream come true — even if it's mostly fiction

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 17 Dec 2024

The article delves into Elijah Wald's journey as an author whose book "Dylan Goes Electric!" inspired the new film "A Complete Unknown."

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Bob Dylan, Royal Albert Hall, review: Confounding, poignant and a privilege to witness

Jewish Chronicle · 14 Nov 2024

Bob Dylan's recent performance at the Royal Albert Hall, part of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour, was an enigmatic yet moving experience that defied traditional concert expectations.

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Review: At Home Farm, Nick Mulvey: A magical night of food and music

Jewish Chronicle · 22 Aug 2024

The Home Farm experience offers a unique blend of intimate music performances and gourmet meals in a serene meadow setting, with events scheduled between April and September.

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Leonard Cohen at Queen’s Park

Kenneth Sherman in Tablet · 21 Sep 2023

This article reflects on Leonard Cohen's early career as both a poet and a musician.

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The Yiddish radio pioneer behind Pete Seeger's 'Rainbow Quest'

Henry Sapoznik in Forward · 2 Aug 2022

Sholom Rubinstein, a pivotal but often overlooked figure, played a critical role as the producer-director of Pete Seeger's 1960s TV show, Rainbow Quest.

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Bob Dylan’s 10 Most Jewish Songs

Forward · 24 May 2019

Bob Dylan's Jewish heritage subtly but profoundly influences his music, as discussed in a reflection on his 10 most Jewish songs.

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A Foreign Song I Learned in Utah

Jonathan Karp in Jewish Review of Books · 4 Jan 2017

Bob Dylan's Jewish identity, though at times obscured by his persona as a Gentile cowboy or folk revolutionary, holds deep roots in his upbringing in a small Jewish community in Hibbing, Minnesota.

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Peter Yarrow Contemplates Life Without Mary

Forward · 11 Jul 2016

Peter Yarrow, of the iconic folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, reflects on continuing to perform with Paul Stookey after Mary Travers' death.

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