Music

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

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.

Listen to Unpacked’s playlist of the top Israeli songs about October 7

How did a Jewish south Bronx gang leader shape hip hop?

The spirit of Israel today: Listen to the top Israeli songs that have been released since Oct. 7

In the aftermath of the Oct. 7 attacks, Israeli artists have poured their hearts into songs that have quickly gone viral, both within the country and beyond.

6 up-and-coming Israeli artists to follow in 2024

Spanning genres from rap and alternative to Mizrahit and EDM, these artists are driving the future of Israeli music.

7 Israeli artists who are bridging the religious-secular divide

Blending universal themes and traditional sources, these artists create music that appeals to Israelis of all backgrounds.

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