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March of the Living

Former hostage Agam Berger performs solo violin piece

Former hostage Agam Berger performs a solo violin piece of “The Town Is Burning" at the central ceremony in Birkenau as part of the March of the Living.

'The Last War'

Captivity survivor releases chilling song

New song “The Last War," written with former hostage Bar Kupershtein, recounts his captivity in Hamas tunnels and journey to recovery.

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Jewish music stars meet their younger selves

Musician and creator Shai Barak is bringing together Avraham Fried, Matisyahu, Mordechai Ben David, Yishai Lapidot and other singers with younger versions of themselves-using AI.

Israeli singer Matti Caspi dies at 76

The Ichilov Medical Center announced that singer Matti Caspi, 76, has passed away after a difficult battle with cancer.

Haredi composer: 'Weddings have become discos'

'Weddings have become nightmares, people wait for the music to end so they can run home,' haredi composer Rabbi Hillel Paley says.

'Coming Home'

Emotional Yiddish cover marks hostages’ long-awaited homecoming

Hassidic singer and rapper Mendy Twerski performs a stirring cover of the pop song 'Coming Home' in Yiddish, marking the return of the remaining hostages from Hamas captivity.

Watch: Hey Jew...

Israeli hip-hop artist Roy Kornblum’s newest song reminds the world that, even though the war in Gaza has ended for now, your war is never truly over when you're Jewish.

New Zealand singer Lorde joins boycott, pulls music from Israel

Lorde joins anti-Israel boycott, removing her music from Apple Music in Israel. Other artists, including Paramore and Björk, have also blocked access to their catalogs via geo-blocking.

'G-d always loves me'

Lyrics of faith top Israel’s 5785 song chart

Sasson Shaulov’s rendition of ElaytZur’s ‘Tamid Ohev Oti,’ with its chorus declaring ‘The blessed G-d always loves me,’ was voted Israel’s 5785 Song of the Year.

David D'Or:

'We did not break and we will not break'

'I'm proud to be Israeli, proud to be Jewish, proud to connect different religions, different ages and different opinions through this wonderful tool called music,' says David D'Or on the antisemitic attack during his performance in Poland.

Kneecap's US tour canceled amid UK terrorism charges

Irish rap group Kneecap cancels its US tour as a member faces terrorism charges in the UK for displaying a Hezbollah flag. The band calls the charges a "witch-hunt" by the British government.

Jewish-American satirist Tom Lehrer dies at 97

Famed Jewish-American songwriter remembered for his biting satire and one of the first popular songs about a Jewish holiday.

David Draiman booed during Ozzy Osbourne tour finale

Disturbed frontman booed by part of crowd in incident believed to stem from his pro-Israel activism following the October 7 massacre.

After 'Death to IDF' chant

German venue nixes Bob Vylan

German music venue cancels a Bob Vylan performance after the rap duo's frontman led an anti-Israel chant at Glastonbury, sparking widespread condemnation.

Jewish composer Lalo Schifrin dies at 93

Lalo Schifrin, the acclaimed Jewish composer renowned for the iconic "Mission: Impossible" theme and numerous film scores, passes away at 93. An innovative musician, Schifrin blended jazz, classical, and contemporary styles, earning an honorary Oscar and multiple Grammys.

Moving

Yaakov Shwekey presents 'fallen soldiers' tallit' to Eli Sharabi

During a performance in Mexico, singer Yaakov Shwekey presented captivity survivor Eli Sharabi with a tallit worn during the filming of the music video of his song “Kaddish”, embroidered with the names of the victims of the war.

Due to brain condition

Billy Joel cancels 17 shows

Music icon Billy Joel cancels his upcoming tour dates, including 17 shows, to seek treatment for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). The condition, affecting the brain, has caused issues with his hearing, vision, and balance.

Radiohead guitarist, Israeli artist slam UK show cancellations

Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood and Israeli Dudu Tassa criticize the hypocrisy of those defending free speech for some while silencing others, after their planned UK shows were canceled due to BDS pressure.

BDS claims credit

UK concerts by Israeli Dudu Tassa canceled

Planned UK performances by Jonny Greenwood and Israeli artist Dudu Tassa canceled without explanation after drawing criticism from pro-boycott activists. BDS: The concerts would have whitewashed Israel’s genocide.

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Popular Israeli singer sings in memory of fallen soldier

Popular Israeli singer Ilanit invites Michal, sister of fallen soldier Shaul Greenglick, to sing together on stage in memory of her brother.

Honoring Danielle:

A legacy of compassion, love - and poetry

'Music keeps Danielle's memory alive,' says Moti, father of Danielle Sonnenfeld OBM, of his efforts to honor his daughter’s memory through the Danielle Foundation.

'Thank God, I'm here:'

Released hostage's song of praise for being freed

Singers David D'or and Guy Feld hosted released hostage Ohad Ben-Ami to talk about the power of faith that helped him survive in a new and moving song.

Baruch Levine to Arutz Sheva:

'Music evokes nostalgia'

'People express their emotions differently; they cry or laugh. I write music. That's the language of my soul,' Baruch Levine says about the 10/7 massacre.

Amid Israel's driest winter: Israel Portnoy releases Geshem

Originally inspired during a visit to Metzoke Dragot, a cliffside overlooking the Dead Sea, Geshem carries a message of longing, faith, and the connection between physical and spiritual drought.

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Hostages learned Israeli hit song while in captivity

The surveillance post operators recently released managed to learn an Israeli hit song while in captivity and used it to greet the hostages released yesterday.

Israeli artist cancels US concert tour due to security threats

Musician Raviv Kaner announced today that a series of planned concerts had been called off due to repeated threats, but vowed to return.

Ben Shapiro to Arutz Sheva:

Hostage deal is painful, but is not a full-scale surrender

Daily Wire co-founder tells Arutz Sheva he does not believe Trump would pressure Israel into allowing Hamas to remain in power and speaks about the special musical he created with his father, 'We Will Rise.'

'My brothers'

209 days in reserve duty lead to breakout single

Israeli singer-songwriter Noam Buskila has released his first original single 'This plea resonates today in our desire to see our hostage brothers and sisters return home, to find the good that unites the parts of our people, and to remember our fallen soldiers.'

'The flame burns'

Shwekey and Shlomi Shabbat sing for the return of the hostages

In honor of Hanukkah, Jewish singer Yaakov Shwekey and Israeli singer Shlomi Shabbat have released a duet singing "Haner Dolek" (the flame is burning) for the return of the hostages.

Tamid Ohev Oti

DJ Raphi presents dance for Jewish hit song

DJ Raphi releases new song and dance to coincide with the beginning of the Hanukkah holiday and to provide light in dark times.

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Amir Dadon takes Avraham Fried and Ishay Ribo for a ride

During the annual 'Tzama' Hassidic music concert, which unites musicians from across the music world, Israeli singer Amir Dadon lifted famed Hassidic music star Avraham Fried and Israeli singer Ishay Ribo on his back.

Singer Eliezer Botzer killed in accident while on reserve duty

Minister Amichai Eliyahu eulogized Botzer as 'my dear brother' after his unexpected passing Friday morning.

In memory of Reb Carlebach

Rabbi Shlomo Katz: 'Open your heart, go to the deepest depths'

'Today, if we're not going to open our hearts and go to the deepest depths, we're missing the point,' says Rabbi Shlomo Katz on Reb Shlomo Carlebach's music and spirituality.

NY library reveals a lost world of Yiddish music

How the NY Public Library acquired a ‘treasure trove’ of Jewish and Yiddish music.

Security guard removes Israeli flag at Toronto music show

The Israeli flag was removed from the stage during DJ Asher Swissa's performance. Israeli club manager says he is proud that Skazi is Israeli, but 'we don’t want people to end up in uncomfortable situations.'

Revolutionary Jewish composer Yigal Calek passed away

Yigal Calek, whose compositions have become staples in Jewish homes and synagogues around the world, passed away on Monday at the age of 80

'With More Love'

Israeli artists call for unity in new song

Female Israeli artists from all walks of life and across the political spectrum come together for new song in the style of 'We Are The World,' calling for unity and love among the people of Israel.

'Nekudot'

New dance video to uplift children during this time of darkness

DJ Raphi and Shmuel collaborated on a new dance video to uplift children and families during this time of darkness.

Using music to make Torah your own and connect with Jewish life

Orthodox singer, composer, and podcast host Franciska Kosman spoke with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News about her songs and compositions and her work with victims of abuse.

Singer Shmuel Perednick:

'Go to God and ask what prayers to say'

Musician, composer, and singer Shmuel Perednick talks about his upcoming trip to Camp HASC and his hit song Give Me A Prayer.

'Voice from the North'

Former IDF band lead singer's tribute to northern Israel

During his military service, Eliad Eliyahu wrote the song "Voice from the North" for the band. Now, due to the unimaginable situation in northern Israel where he resides, he is renewing it.

Disturbed's David Draiman:

'Sound of Silence of the World' after 10/7 is unforgivable

David Draiman, the frontman for the heavy metal band Disturbed, visited the Arutz Sheva Studio during his visit to Israel to discuss his support for Israel, the importance of Jewish unity, and the disappointing global response to the horrors of October 7.

Musician from Netiv Ha’asara:

'I want to fall in love with the country all over again'

Micha Biton wrote a song for the country that broke his heart, a country where he and his family were besieged for 14 hours in a dark saferoom, and seeks to rebuild trust in it

'I won't let you down'

Musician performs song at scene of October 7th massacre

Aaron Holder released the music video for his song 'I Won't Let You Down,' which was filmed on-site in several locations in Israel, including the ruins of a community destroyed during the October 7th attack.

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Avraham Fried sings melody composed by fallen soldier

The hassidic singer set the song composed by Yossi Hershkowitz, who fell in battle in Gaza. The melody was set to the famous words of the Psalmist, 'Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death.'

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Hold Me Closer - Music for the nation in crisis

Musician Ari Green's new song 'Hold Me Closer' encapsulates the feelings flowing through the nation - both the pain of the war and the hopes for the future.

Grime music icon stripped of award for antisemitism

The notable musician Wiley was stripped of his Member of the British Empire award following a series of antisemitic posts on social media.

Roger Waters attacks Bono over support for hostages

Ex-Pink Floyd frontman Roger Waters lashes out at U2 frontman Bono for supporting Israel: ‘Disgusting … shake him.’

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Eyal Golan sings together with wounded soldier

Popular Israeli singer visits soldier wounded in Gaza who was unconscious for days and whose hand had to be amputated.

Matisyahu lands in Israel, goes straight to south

Jewish Reggae singer and musician Matisyahu tours site of Nova music festival where hundreds were murdered and kidnapped in visit to Jewish State following the Hamas massacre.

Two bereaved siblings sing for all bereaved families

Since October 7th, many new siblings have joined the circle of bereaved families. Tal Ramon, wrote to them out of his personal pain.

'Bring You Home':

New English single dedicated to hostages

Tamir Grinberg's 'Bring Them Home' calls for the release of the 133 hostages still in Hamas captivity.

Scooter Braun:

'Shame on my industry for not speaking up immediately'

Jewish record executive Scooter Braun calls for entertainment industry to advocate for release of hostages.

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Man wounded on October 7 plays drums one-handed

Yaniv Ohana, the drummer of singer Pe'er Tasi waswounded defending Kfar Aza on October 7.

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Eden Hason sings Psalms with families of hostages

Israeli music star Eden Hason leads the families of the hostages in singing 'Shir Lam'alot,' Psalms 121.

Haunting:

October 7th massacre survivor sings about horrors and trauma

Song retells the harrowing experience of Noam, who survived, as terrorists attacked the shelter he was hiding in.

'Like a Brother'

Unity song in wake of war

The new video by David Green shows how powerful we are when we all unite as a nation. Watch.

Blinken jams and sings Muddy Watters “Hoochie Coochie Man”

The Secretary of State got on stage at a State Department event to show off his musical talents.

Close friends say goodbye to singer Dedi Graucher

Fans and close friends of the late Dedi Graucher, one of the pillars of Hassidic music in Israel, say goodbye in an interview with INN.

Smash Mouth lead singer passes away

Singer Steve Harwell passed away at age 56 from liver failure.