Building a stronger Israel, one song at a time!
Have I mentioned how much I adore Rami Kleinstein? Since the time I began learning about Israel’s music scene in the mid 1990s, Rami has been one of my all-time favorites. Before I knew Rami, I was a huge Billy Joel fan – so when someone suggested I look into […]
What’s your favorite Israeli song of all time? Last week, we brought you part one of the results from Kan Gimmel radio’s recent countdown of listeners’ favorites, and today, we’re proud to bring you part two. Each song is a classic, each instantly recognizable, and most are very singable! In […]
Could you compile a list of your favorite Israeli songs of all time? Not so easy, right? Well, in honor of Israel’s 75th, Kan Gimmel radio recently asked listeners to do just that – to vote for their favorite Israeli songs of all time. On Yom Ha’atzmaut 2023, they counted […]
Israel’s 75th is finally here, and we couldn’t be prouder of our homeland. If you’re in Israel, you can certainly look forward to a Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration unlike any other. But if you’re outside of Israel, no doubt you’re looking for way to connect to the festivities. As usual, Israeli […]
Israel’s 75th birthday is finally here, and it’s time to kick back and CELEBRATE the miracle and the magic of the modern State of Israel. And if you ask us, there’s no better way to celebrate than by listening to uplifting, inspirational, and FUN Israeli music! This week, we kick […]
Several weeks ago, we reported that the Jewish Agency was looking for your help in writing a special song for Israel’s 75th. With submissions received from around the world, the song is now complete. The Jewish Agency has released “Ma Nishma, Yisrael?” (What’s up, Israel?), the handiwork of Shaanan Streett […]
Moments before the start of Passover 2023, Ishay Ribo presents his list of reasons why he’s proud to be a Jew – and an Israeli. With strong echoes of the traditional melody of “Ma Nishtana” (the Four Questions) throughout, Ishay’s new song “Ani Shayach La’am” (I Belong To The Nation) […]
It’s been a busy few weeks for Shiri Maimon. On Sunday, January 29, Shiri and her husband Yoni welcomed a new daughter to the family, named Emma. The couple already had two sons, Itay and Elai. Just a few days later, Shiri released a new song, entitled “Ima” (Mother), celebrating […]
As we approach Israel’s 75th, the editors of “Yediot Achronot” newspaper wanted to know: What would Israeli citizens vote as the (unofficial) Song of the State? (Hint: it’s been quoted by Nancy Pelosi.) Voters faced the difficult task of choosing between five finalists: And the winner is… The people have […]
Israel’s 75th is coming this April, and it’s looking likely that music will play a large role in the celebration. Hadag Nahash frontman Shaanan Streett has been commissioned to write a new song in honor of this milestone. Apparently, though, he needs some help. The Jewish Agency is asking anyone […]