Music

From traditional religious songs, to Yiddish melodies, to modern Hebrew music, we cover all things music from a Jewish angle.

Is Boy George Jewish? Unpacking his Israel support and ‘We Will Dance Again’

Boy George’s new song “We Will Dance Again” defends Israel, remembers the Nova massacre and has already sparked significant backlash.

The Surprising Reason Jews Dominated Punk Rock

Kosha Dillz’s new Knicks song celebrates basketball, New York and Jewish pride

Jewish rapper Kosha Dillz has released a Knicks Finals anthem celebrating New York’s playoff run and the team’s deep ties to Jewish history.

How October 7 inspired musician Mikey Pauker to become a rabbi

After years of performing Jewish music, Mikey Pauker says rising antisemitism and October 7 pushed him toward the rabbinate.

When Talmud meets turntables: How Rappers & Rabbis is remixing Jewish prayer through hip-hop

Through boom-bap beats and ancient liturgy, Rappers & Rabbis is reimagining Jewish tradition for a new generation.

Noam Bettan’s ‘Michelle’ could keep Israel’s Eurovision hot streak alive

Noam Bettan’s Eurovision song “Michelle” is a sweeping love song, but Israel’s entry arrives amid boycotts, protests, and political tension.

Is Harry Styles Jewish? Unpacking his best Jewish moments

From living with an Orthodox family to eating kosher Chinese, here are Harry Styles’ most memorable Jewish moments.

After two years of war, Israelis return to dance at InDNegev

Canceled two years ago as Israel entered war, music festival InDNegev returned to bring back a community that’s faced two years of tragedy.

What it Means to be Jewish: A Conversation with Jonah Platt

Hasidic pop artist Alnev is bridging faith and music in new EP ‘and everything you left was blue’

From sneaking Taylor Swift through shared earbuds to headlining NYC venues, Alnev is redefining what it means to make Jewish-infused pop.

From Tel Aviv to Memphis soul: Southern Avenue’s Ori Naftaly on music, meaning, and ‘Family’

Guitarist Ori Naftaly blends Israeli roots with Memphis soul in Southern Avenue’s new album “Family,” a heartfelt journey across cultures and genres.

Jewish album ‘Common Blue’ gives resilience and identity an indie spin

“Common Blue” features covers of classic Jewish songs by contemporary Jewish artists. From timeless liturgical music to modern classics by legends like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, each song gives Jewish identity a fresh indie spin.

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