Building a stronger Israel, one song at a time!
Yann Selka is proving himself to be a very talented musician, video creator, and Israeli music aficionado. Just a couple weeks after his incredible all-star version of “Im Tirtzi”, Yann is back. This time, he’s out wth an incredible one-man cover of the 1975 Kaveret classic, “HaOlam Sameach”. Yann does tons of harmony, improvises special […]
Last week we presented songs about singing…this week, Israeli songs about DANCING! You’ll hear fun, upbeat songs from all time periods, with great tunes (all listener-requested!) by David Broza, Jane Bordeaux, Itay Levy, Idan Amedi, Tzvika Pick, Ivri Lider, and many more! Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an hour of incredible […]
Sunday, February 14, 2021: Omer Adam releases a new song, “Paskol Chayai” (The Soundtrack of My Life). Monday, February 15, 2021: Omer Adam surprises with a second new single, “Ma SheNafal MeHaYadayim” (What Fell Out of the Hands). But wait! There’s more! Tuesday, February 16, 2021: Yup, the hits just keep on coming! Omer Adam’s […]
When I’m not listening to a particular Israeli music podcast that I happen to enjoy quite a bit, I like to tune in to Israeli radio whenever possible. Of course I love the music…but I also enjoy hearing commentary from the DJ, the top-of-the-hour news, and yes, even the commercials, It helps me improve my […]
Britt Jacobson is a senior at the University of Southern California studying Global Studies and Music Industry. She is also a huge fan of the glory days of Israeli rock music. It’s not every day that a college student from California encourages you to sample Israeli rock of yesteryear. But that’s exactly the thesis Britt penned […]
The power of music. It can transport you to another place, instantly boost your mood, or evoke strong feelings of every emotion. Nearly every single week since 1976, Israel Hour Radio has been on the air celebrating the MUSIC of Israel. Today we celebrate Israeli music…about music! Enjoy an hour of Israeli songs about singing, […]
How can you not be in love with Jane Bordeaux? We’re longtime fans of the adorable Israeli country/bluegrass band, and especially of their lovable lead singer, Doron Talmon. Each song is upbeat, quirky, and fun. Talmon’s sweet vocals and general mannerisms turn each Jane Bordeaux tune into an irresistible hit. We featured the music of […]
It was one of the biggest Israeli songs of 2020. It offered a few moments of pure joy in a year of rampant darkness. And now, Israel’s biggest musical stars are joining together to perform it for you. Well, not exactly. It’s clear that the Israeli public has long been in love with Hanan Ben […]
The great Shlomo Artzi, one of the true legends in contemporary Israeli music, is not pleased with the state of the world these days. His new single, “Devek” (Glue), laments the “new normal” to which we’ve – unfortunately – become accustomed. Watching the State of Israel react to the Coronavirus pandemic, Shlomo longs for the […]
It’s our last show in January…the perfect time to look back at the best new Israeli music of the month. Catch up on all the new Israeli music you may have missed! What’s new? How about brand new music from Miri Mesika, Idan Raichel, Rotem Cohen, Ivri Lider, and even Shlomo Artzi! Plus – Israel’s […]