Building a stronger Israel, one song at a time!
In 2003, the Second Intifada brought about daily fear, confusion, and terror. Every facet of Israeli society turned upside down. It was the perfect time for Shlomi Shabbat to record “T’nu Ligdol B’sheket”: Let Them Grow Up in Quiet”. It was a beautiful prayer for normalcy during a frightening time […]
When we were approaching the start of the current Jewish year 5780, who could have ever imagined we’d be where we are today? The social distancing, mask-wearing, fear, economic woes, and of course, isolation and loneliness we’ve experienced due to Coronavirus were beyond our wildest dreams. And yet, here we […]
We have a long-standing tradition to celebrate the month of August with a month of special programming, with each show highlighting a different topic in Israeli music. This year’s August Chagigot begin with a look back at the AMAZING Israeli music that’s kept us united, inspired, entertained, and upbeat throughout […]
Yom Ha’atzma’ut 2020 may be a few weeks behind us, but the celebration is far from over! On May 14, the anniversary of Israel’s Independence according to the secular calendar, Israel’s Embassy in the United States presented a virtual celebration of all things Israel. The broadcast featured inspiring videos, virtual […]
The past two months have turned our lives upside down in just about every way possible. The Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted life worldwide in a very significant way – and Israel is no exception. Israel’s efforts to fight COVID-19 have been praised around the world. Still, the pandemic took a […]
Think Coronavirus is going to dampen our spirits on Yom Ha’atzma’ut? Think again. With most Israelis under lockdown for Independence Day, it’s safe to say this was the most interesting Yom Ha’atzma’ut of our lifetimes. Nevertheless, Israel’s music community certainly pulled out all the stops to help us celebrate at […]
It’s been quite an eventful Yom Ha’atzma’ut for Idan Raichel. First, on the eve of Independence Day, Idan was selected as one of 12 honorees to light a torch at the opening ceremony on Mount Herzl. These honors are offered each year to Israelis who have made a profound impact […]
In 1987, legendary Israeli singer Arik Einstein released “Shir HaShayara” (The Convoy Song), in collaboration with Mikki Gavrielov. In 2020, that same song became the musical centerpiece of Israel’s 72nd birthday. Over the past few years, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin has turned to the Israeli music community to help celebrate […]
At the age of 80, Israeli icon Yehoram Gaon continues to inspire the nation. But when Yom Ha’atzma’ut arrives in the middle of a pandemic, his services are more needed than ever. This Yom Ha’atzma’ut, he delivers. In a new video, Yehoram Gaon sings his 1977 hit, “Shalom Lach Eretz […]
Yom HaZikaron has fallen upon us once again. Today, we remember 23,816 fallen Israelis – most of whom died while protecting every Jew, everywhere. And as usual, the Israeli government wants us to feel it. In the age of social media, it’s easier than ever for us all to take […]