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Wanted: Rosh Hashannah requests!

2011-09-24T20:44:00.001+03:00

Got a favorite Rosh Hashannah / High Holiday song? Send a request to bbresky@israelnationalradio.com and we will play it on the air!

NachlaOr - A House for Jewish Music & Kosher Dorms

2011-09-19T16:36:00.000+03:00

NachlaOr organizes musical events and community activities such as the upcoming community Sukkah in the park, which will be an open space for people to enjoy the holiday. Israel Beat joins a Saturday night melavah malka to talk with participants and meet with residents of the NachlaDorms, a kosher hostel in the heart of Jerusalem's historic and quaint Nachalot neighborhood. Plus music from Aryeh Guiloff, Avraham Tal, and hot new tracks from Rabbi Baruch Chait, Adi Ran, Nochi Krohn, Shalsheles, and Udi Davidi.

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Music N Art at Mount Zion

2011-09-11T16:35:00.000+03:00

Every Wednesday nestled inbetween the Tomb of King David, just outside the Zion Gate of Jerusalem's Old City is a weekly concert series and jam session called Music N Art at Mount Zion. Meet the young, enthusiastic students and musicians who are striving to maintain the Jewish character of the Mount Zion area. With interviews from Rabbi Avraham Goldstein of the Diaspora Yeshiva, and music from Lazer Lloyd, Yosef Daniel, Chayot HaKadosh, the Chait Brothers and more.

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"Did you look at the sky today?" A Jewish Musical Journey

2011-08-29T13:26:00.006+03:00

"It's not that the Levites were snobs and didn't want to play the music to the Goyim. They really wanted to play, but they were not on the spiritual plane that allows one to play such music. To play the music of Zion, one has to be in Zion." So says Yoel Taieb, of the Techelet Ensemble. Born to a Sephardic French Tunisian family, his dream was to be a great jazz-man, but his journey ended up in Israel where today he fuses jazz inprovisation and chassidic melodies into modern Jewish music. Tune in as he talks about his musical quest and his relationship with the influential Rabbi Yisroel Dov Ber Odesser, better known as Sabba.

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Love Song to Islamic Fundamentalists - Pesach Stadlin interview

2011-07-03T17:19:00.000+03:00

Pesach Jeremy Stadlin talks about love, hate, war, peace, and jamming with the Jewish community of Uganda. His quirky, "Love Song to Islamic Fundamentalists " has gained tens of thousands of hits on YouTube and Facebook and even garnered a response from the government of Iran.

Hear the inspirational journey of a young man who is spreading his love for love and his love for Israel and Judaism to countries around the world. Tune in for amazing live acoustic original music, "So Much Magnificence ", the Eden Village Camp, a unique take on John Lennon, and a unique and catchy message of global awareness, pride and individuality.

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Eprhyme - Jewish Music's D.I.Y. Neo-Hassidic Cultural Catalyst

2011-06-26T16:23:00.001+03:00

Eden Pearlstein, better known as Eprhyme talks about his new album Dopestylevsky, where hip-hop meets Fyodor Dostoyevsky. Plus, he discusses Judaism, punk rock and the "D.I.Y. anti-authoritarian neo-hassidic cultural catalyst. " Also, new music from 8th Day, Lipa Schmeltzer, Shuly Rand, and a snippet of a request going out to Yitzshawk.

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Chanan Ben Ami - From the Sunset Strip to Jerusalem Yeshiva

2011-06-19T20:36:00.003+03:00

Jewish Rocker Chanan Ben Ami discusses his latest album, The Wisdom of a Dream. Hear his new September 11th inspired song, about recording in a tunnel in California and how his LA rock band broke up on the eve of their big recording contract, leading him to move to Israel.

Plus, an interview with veteran composer Yossi Green on his surprising new CD, Hipsh, which takes classic chassidic songs from Mordechai Ben David, Avraham Fried and more and hips them up Jewish style. Yossi Green has composed over 600 songs in his career. Hear some of the classics and some of the latest featuring Yaakov Shwekey and Ohad Moskowitz.

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Top Ten Best Renditions of Hatikva

2011-05-10T22:12:00.002+03:00

Ben Bresky takes you on a ethnomusicological exploration of Hatikva - Israel's national anthem with historical background and full English translation. No, this is not really the top ten best renditions. Learn what other songs were considered for Israel's national anthem. Hatikva was originally by Naphtali Herz Imber and Samuel Cohen. Hear unique and intriguing renditions of Hatikva as performed by Yitzchok Meir and the Jewish Unity Project, Daniel Zamir, Marty Friedman of Megadeth, Niro Knox, Paulinho Rosenbaum, Al Jolson, Diwon & Dov Rosenblatt and more. Plus, we take you to Ben Yehuda Street in downtown Jerusalem for Yom Haatzmaut. For download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/3105

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Top Ten Best Passover Songs of All Time

2011-04-17T17:50:00.002+03:00

A Passover music special featuring great new songs from: Six13, The Fountainheads, Ohad Moskowitz, Yaakov Shwekey, Yonatan Razel, Amaseffer, Slim Gaillard, Yossi & Yerachmiel, So Called, William Shatner, Benyamin Nakonechny, David D'or, Mickey Katz, Avi Toledano, and Shlomo Carlebach

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Don't get drunk on Purim... get drunk on Purimm!

2011-03-18T17:16:00.000+02:00

Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast on Arutz 7 Israel National Radio together with Radio Free Nachlaot and BeThereIsrael featuring the band Purimm with Avi and Eli Ganz, Jonathan Fialka, Maury Epstein, Akiva Gersh, Leib Levnter, and more!

Real Estate Developer Robert Stark Joins Yehudah Katz on New CD

2011-03-17T20:03:00.002+02:00

Developer Robert "Bob" Stark is back in Israel, not just to work on his high-end real estate projects but also to help promote his new music CD. Stark is the man behind such developments as suburban Cleveland, Ohio's Crocker Park, which mixes residential apartments with retail stores, restaurants and parks.

He is also developing a major real estate project in the Galilee area near Tzfat. It is this northern city, known as the birthplace of Kabbalah, where Stark will join Yehudah Katz as they continue to promote the new album Not Without You (Biladecha Lo Avo in Hebrew). Stark teamed with the veteran Jewish singer-songwriter from the band Reva L'Sheva and brought along award-winning Israeli artist Gilad Vital of the award-winning Israeli group Shotei Hanevuah.

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Kool Klezmer Jam Session at YUNG YiDiSH

2011-02-20T22:06:00.004+02:00

It takes place every Saturday night in a small basement location near the Jerusalem Central Bus Station. It's called Kool Klezmer, a bring-your-own-instrument jam session sponsored by the YUNG YiDiSH organization.

Ben Bresky and Walter Bingham take you to there to meet the diverse group of young musicians who rock out to old school tune, including Avraham Burstein, Tamar Gafni-Yeshurun, Yiddish Farm, Ofer the guitar player, Dov Zilberman, and audience participants.

Plus, getting you in the mood for Purim with the band Purimm.

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From John Lennon to Americans for a Safe Israel

2011-02-14T16:32:00.002+02:00

Tune in for an interview with singer James McClain of the Bronx and find out how he developed a relationship with the family of 7-year-old Shiraz Nehmad who was murdered in a terrorist attack. James discusses his love for Israel and the Jewish people, how he joined Americans for a Safe Israel, and the old days of hanging out with John Lennon of the Beatles and the stars of the Hit Factory in New York. Don't miss this fascinating interview.

Plus, musician Ron Kean sells his Toyota and moves to Israel. Plus, an inspiring story by Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, a classic by Yosef Karduner and the brand new single from jazz genius Daniel Zamir.

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Grammy Nominated Mandolin Player Avi Avital

2011-02-06T16:29:00.001+02:00

What does Avi Avital have in common with Lady Gaga, Eminen and Katy Perry? They've all been nominated for a 2011 Grammy Award in the United States. The mandolin virtuoso makes history as the first mandolinist and first Israeli to be nominated in the classical music category. His performance on the new CD from fellow Israeli musician Avner Dorman's Concertos for Mandolin, Piccolo, Piano and Concert Grosso has earned him new found fame. In this exclusive interview with Israel Beat, Avital talks about the award, and his connection to Jewish music.

Plus, Jewish classical composer Ernest Bloch and the striking and frank essay on Jewish identity Why I Am a Jew by Edmond Fleg.

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Bob Stark - Poet Developer Releases CD with Yehuah Katz

2011-02-01T16:26:00.001+02:00

Interview with real estate investor Bob Stark, the "poet developer " on his work on the new Yehudah Katz solo CD Not Without You with a little help from Gilad Vital of Shotei HaNevuah. Plus, Bob's multi-million dollar development in Tzfat and Israeli's north. Yehudah Katz also speaks about how he met the businessman from, Cleveland with an artistic soul and tells some old-school tales of playing in the Soviet Union with Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach.

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New Singer Yisroel Juskowicz Walks the Narrow Bridge

2011-01-24T22:58:00.002+02:00

New Jewish Singer Yisroel Juskowicz Walks the Narrow Bridge and tells an inspiring of how a boy had the courage to survive the Holocaust because of a hasidic song.

Plus, an exclusive interview with the MaccaBeats on their viral Chanukah video Candlelight.

Also, 1950's comedian Lenny Bruce with Interview with Dr. Sholem Stein on the secret connection between the Mishna and Calypso music.

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New CD from RebbeSoul mixes Carlebach, world-beat and balalaika

2011-01-16T21:19:00.002+02:00

What is a Balalaika, and what does it sound like? Find out as we interview with RebbeSoul on his new CD From Another World, which takes the songs of Shlomo Carlebach and transforms them into exotic sounding world-beat pieces. Find out what the balalaika is, and what it sounds like form this virtuoso musician. Also, for the ladies, a quite different take on Aisheth Chayil. Plus, awesome new Israeli hits form Yaniv Ben Mashiach and Itzik Dadya.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2812

Award Winning Broadway Composer Jerry Herman on Milk and Honey

2011-01-09T18:40:00.001+02:00

Before Hello Dolly, before Mame, and even before the Broadway production of Fiddler on the Roof, there was Milk and Honey, a musical about Israel starring Molly Picon. In this exclusive interview, Ben Bresky and Norman Bresky talk with Jerry Herman the composer and lyricist of the play about his thoughts on Israel today and his recent Kennedy Center Honors.

Plus, a new interview with Moshe Levi, also known as the rapper Shyne. Find out how he got in touch with Judaism while spending almost ten years in prison for a shooting incident that involved Puff Daddy and Jennifer Lopez. Plus, great music by Yosi Piamenta.

To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2790

Rally & Concert for Judea & Samaria - Exclusive Interviews

2011-01-09T18:29:00.002+02:00

Ben Bresky & Walter Bingham go back stage at the massive rally and concert for Judea and Samaria on Ben Yehuda Street in downtown Jerusalem and interview the controversial Rabbi Shalom Dov Wolpe, the outspoken Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Jacobson, and long time activist Baruch Marzel. Also Chabad singer Mendy Jerufi, Yishai Lapidot of Oif Simchas, and hasidic hip-hop singing sensation Gad Elbaz give their take on the issues.

For full video and photo essay click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/141323

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How to be a Cool Jew

2011-01-09T16:59:00.002+02:00

Interview with Lisa Alcalay-Klug, author of Cool Jew - The Ultimate Guide for Every Member of the Tribe. Lisa discusses her irreverent book as well as some serious stories about proto-Zionist leader Rabbi Yehuda Alcalay, her visit to the Nazi death camps and finding her Israel connection in the narrow streets of Jerusalem.

Plus, an interview with Kobi Oz of the band Teapacks.

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Radio Free Nachlaot - Where Shlomo Meets Jerry

2010-12-19T18:34:00.001+02:00

Interview with members of Radio Free Nachlaot, the Jerusalem based internet music station that combines the music of the 1960's with Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, Torah and spirituality. Featuring Lorelai Kude, Steve Levine, Maya Yakobov, Benzion Eliyahu Lehrer, Rabbi Betzalel Edwards and more.

Plus, an exclusive interview with Jewish musician Mendy Werdyger on his new CD Tomid B'Chol Yom, the Mostly Music web site, and how to keep Jewish music fresh while still retaining a traditional flavor. Also, music from Israeli singer Rami Kleinstein, and groovy jam from Shivi Keller and Ein Od Milvado.

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New Jerusalem Recording Studio Asiyah Media

2010-12-19T18:30:00.003+02:00

A interview with the young, hip musicians and technicans from Asiyah Media and Holding the Sun Productions, a new recording studio and video production house in Jerusalem that is swiftly becoming home to the hottest Israeli artists. Yerachmiel, Hermie, Shani, Erik, Jonathan, Ian, Daniel and the gang share their excitement for the Israeli music scene.

Plus, a blast from the past as Jeff Horovich of Creative Audio studios talks about his years of producing some of Jewish music's best known artists.

TO DOWNLOAD CLICK HERE: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2722

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Worst Chanukah Song Ever!

2010-12-06T12:59:00.002+02:00

Now that I have you attention, here are some really great new holiday tunes including your requests for awesome cool Chanukah music.

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Subliminal and the Shadow - Banu Choshech Legaresh
Groyse Metsie - Banu Choshech Legaresh
Michelle Citrin - Left to Right
Maccabeats - Candlelight
Woody Guthrie - Hanuka Dance
The Klezmatics - Happy Joyous Hanuka
George Frideric Handel - Judas Maccabaeus - See the Conquering Hero Comes
Aaron Razel - Hanukah Nigun
Robbie Zev Ludwick of the Sinai Mountain Boys - O Chanukah
Y-Love and Erran Baron Cohen - Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah
Max Stern - Dreidel - Motets on Chanukah Songs
Da Vinci's Notebook - The Dreidel Song
Don McLean - Dreidel
Brave Combo - Hey Little Dreidel
Shira Chadasha Boys Choir - On Chanuka
Fountains of Wayne - Chanukah Under the Stars
Matt Bar - Bible Raps - Light is in the Air
Latke Cooking Demonstration - A Taste of Chanukah
Six 13 - I Light It - NCSY Chanukah Remix
Yerachmiel Ziegler - Kavu Shir

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For last week's ultimate Best Chanukah Songs Ever mix click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2694

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Top Ten Best Chanukah Songs of All Time

2010-11-28T20:52:00.005+02:00

The top most awesome Chanukah songs. Got a favorite we forgot? Email bbresky@israelnationalradio.com.

Matisyahu - Miracle
Peter, Paul & Mary - Light One Candle
Tom Lehrer - Hanukkah in Santa Monica
Yerachmiel Ziegler - Days of Light
White Shabbos - 8 Nights
Meshugga Beach Party - Oh Hanukah
Metalish - Al Hanisim
Shlock Rock - My Menorah
Dr. Laz - I Wanna Be a Maccabee
Gefilte Joe and the Fish - Hanukah Rocks
Sarit Hadad - Let's Light a Candle
South Park - Lonely Jew
Adam Sandler - The Chanukah Song
Yidcore - Punk Rock Chanukah Song
Safam - Judah Maccabee
gods of fire - Hanukah Gone Metal
Orrin Hatch - Eight Days of Hanukah
DeLeon - Ocho Kandelikas
Hip Hop Hoodios - Ocho Kandelikas
Gary Lucas - A Hundred Pounds of Clay
Damon and Naomi - Judah and the Maccabees
Para Aduma - Sevivon Sov Sov Sov
Craig Taubman - Al Hanissim

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Jerusalem Poetry Slam

2010-11-21T23:11:00.002+02:00

Interview with Sadie Lynn and Chaya Goodman of the Jerusalem Poetry Slam, a monthy event that features local talent. Hear about the unique, organic difference between slams in Jerusalem and in the United States. Plus, David Kilimnick of the Off the Wall Comedy Basement talks about finding a wife in Israel.

Plus, the top ten best versions of Maoz Tzur for Chanukah! Featuring Erran Baron Cohen, Craig Taubman, Cantor David Werdyger, Jan Pierce, Ben Kweller, London School of Jewish Song, Michael Vegoda, Adi Ran, Naftali Abramson, Zivi Ritchie, Yehoshua Engelman, Yidcore, Nell Carter, Rebbe Soul and more.

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Rapper Shyne Speaks from Jerusalem about new found Judaism

2010-11-17T18:49:00.003+02:00

It was a warm night in the Old City of Jerusalem as a rather large group of young yeshiva and seminary students gathered to hear a soft spoken, raspy, deep voiced man speak about his journey from jail to Judaism. That man was Moshe Levi, better known as the hip-hop artist Shyne. Many of the youth in attendance were too young to have been familiar that his short rise to fame was simultaneous with his incarceration due to a shooting incident at a New York night club while hanging out with Sean "Puffy" Combs and actress Jennifer Lopez.

The speech was organized by Rabbi Eli Goldsmith of the Jaffa Institute who for several years now has been working with dis-enfranchised yeshiva youth. Rabbi Goldsmith is known for his fundraising concerts featuring local yeshiva youth. He plans to bring Shyne to speak at an event on December 2nd for the dedication of a new wing for the Bet Shemesh Educational Center.

For full article including video and photos click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/140676

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Ethiopian Jewish Israeli Music for Sigd

2010-11-10T17:37:00.005+02:00

Coverage of the Sigd celebration in Jerusalem. Dr. Avraham Neguise of the organzation South Wing to Zion talks about the history of the holiday. Aviv Melese talks about his CD and the music of the masenqo instrument. Shoshana Ben Dor of the North America Conference on Ethiopian Jewry talks about preserving the prayers of the Gez language. Research student Lior Golgher discusses why the heritage of Ethiopian Jewry is really the heritage of all Jewish people. Plus music from Zemene, Liturgies Juives D'Ethiopie, Malca, Idan Raichel, and more.

For photo essay with video click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/140473

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Memorial Concert Thursday for David "Harpo" Abramson

2010-11-01T21:33:00.007+02:00

Memorial evening for David "Harpo" Abramson
Remembering the music and the message.

Featuring friends and musicians:

Chaim David
Yehudah Katz of Reva L'Sheva
Chanan Elias
Aaron Razel
Remedy
Jackie Levy
Nitzan Perry
Shlomo Katz
Uriel "Inkblot Hurricane" Abramson

Thursday November 4th 2010 the 27th of Cheshvan
Natali restaurant, Tekoa, Gush Etzion
7:30pm

50 shekels recommended contribution - all proceeds from this special event will go to a special fund for the family.

For more info visit the Natali web site:

Harpo and the Neshamot MySpace site:
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Rebroadcast of old Harpo interview: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2556

Harpo and the Neshamot CD for sale on Israel-Music: http://www.israel-music.com/harpo_neshamot/am_olam/

The first Harpo solo CD for sale: http://www.mostlymusic.com/ahavas-yisroel.html

Harpo fan video for Ahavat Yisrael:

Mike's Place Jerusalem Returns

2010-11-01T21:27:00.001+02:00

Mike's Place, the local hangout known to English speaking residents and tourists has returned to Jerusalem after a year and a half absence. Reuben Beiser, Downtown Dave, and Mordechai Katz about the new location and its impact on the downtown Jerusalem music scene. Featuring music from Mike's Place regulars Remedy and haMakor.

Plus, Jewish jazz genius John Zorn on his Masada songbook and some harrowing music from his infamous Kristallnacht album. Also the Ani Maamin remix from DJ Shua Kiner, guitar rock Shma Yisrael from Jon Epstein and Haymarket Riot, and Jerusalem hip-hop from BenYomen.

To download the free podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2629

Israel's First Religious Female Hebrew Hip-Hop Rapper

2010-11-01T21:24:00.002+02:00

Israeli Jewish rapper Rinat Gutman talks about her switch from folk guitar to hip-hop, why it's more sneeut for women to rap and her tribute to fallen soldier Elazar Leibovitz. Plus Jewish-American hip-hop artist Y-Love joins the conversation on adding spirituality to modern musical genres.

Also, JEST- the Jerusalem English Speaking Theater presents its new play Passengers. Director Leah Stoller and actress Bakol Ruben Gellar talk about the theater's 25 years.

To download the mp3 click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2611

Mike's Place Bar Goes Kosher with New Location

2010-10-25T15:51:00.003+02:00

Mike's Place, the local hangout known to English speaking residents and tourists has returned to Jerusalem after a year and a half absence. A grand
opening night will be held Thursday with local bands. The old location was torn down along with several old buildings near Zion Square in downtown Jerusalem to make way for the new condominiums. Now the local hot spot has opened up a block away.

The new location is attempting to attract a broad range of clientele by offering a certified kosher menu, and staying closing on Shabbat. The location became known as a place for English speakers ranging from America yeshiva students, tourists and locals to hang out and watch foreign sports games such as the Superbowl. The popular open mic nights and jam sessions also offer an opportunity for amateurs to perform live. Mike's Place originally opened in 1993.

Reuben Beiser, the new owner of the Jerusalem location said that even before their opening day last week, he saw people taking photos of the new sign. He says the reactions from neighboring establishments have been positive and their presence can make the area feel less disorganized.

For a full audio interview with Beiser and other Mike's Place staff, click here.

Israeli Comedy with Ha Ha Fuch

2010-10-19T10:30:00.004+02:00

Molly Livingstone of the Jerusalem based Ha Ha Fuch Israeli comedy troope talks about improv in Israel and what makes the Middle East ripe for humor.

Plus, the 6 Best Versions of Shir HaMaalot - Psalm 126, including the classic Cantor Yosselle Rosenblatt version which almost became Israel's national anthem. Plus modern versions by Aaron Razel, Gavriel Hasson, Lechathila, Dov Indig and Yehoram Gaon.

To download the mp3 click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2597

VIDEO: Kosher Hip-Hop - Can Rap Music be Converted to Judaism?

2010-10-05T09:20:00.005+02:00

Jewish hip-hop artist Yitz "Y-Love" Jordan recently returned to Israel for a series of concerts over the Sukkot holiday. He spoke with Israel National News about his new projects, his journey to Judaism and why hip-hop can invigorate Jewish youth.

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/139888

Interview with Jewish Music Star Dovid Gabay

2010-10-04T15:06:00.005+02:00

Jewish singing star Dovid Gabay talks about his new Israel themed CD Eretz Yisroel, and the DavenForMe website which united Jewish worshipers worldwide.

Plus an old interview and tribute to the late David "Harpo " Abramson, a local Jewish musician who passed away suddenly over Sukkot. Harpo was a founder of Reva L'Sheva and known for his hit song Ahavat Yisrael.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2556

Photo Essay: Sukkot Wrap-Up

2010-10-03T13:34:00.005+02:00

As Sukkot ends, Ben Bresky takes a look at the scenes of the holiday, including the Gilad Shalit sukkah, a party in the park and more.

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http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/139832

Ozzy Osbourne Speaks Live from Tel Aviv

2010-10-01T14:40:00.001+02:00

Ben Bresky brings you Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne as they talk about why they came to Israel, who they want to meet here, and OzzFest Tel Aviv.

Plus, an interview with Rabbi Eli Goldsmith, "the midnight rabbi " on the upcoming UnitY-love benefit concert in Beit Shemesh featuring Y-Love, Yosef Daniel, Elyon, and more. Also, Israeli metal band Betzefer sing a Hebrew children's song.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2550

Jewish-American Israelis Rock out at RockAmi Festival for Sukkot

2010-09-20T10:43:00.001+02:00

Interview with singer Gershon Veroba on the upcoming RockAmi Festival in Jerusalem on Sukkot aimed at Jewish Americans in Israel. Plus an interview with Yaakov Shwekey on his new album of Sephardic music. Also, new music from Soufarm, Aryeh Kunstler and Shlomo Dovid.

To download the podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2539

Sephardic Jewish Music for the High Holidays

2010-09-18T20:50:00.001+02:00

Interview with Aaron Hai and Uriel Suliman from Hal'haka HeSepharadit HaYerushalmit, a new band of young musicians performing traditional Judeo-Middle Eastern music. Hear about how Uriel was almost arrested in the Old City and his performances in China and Taiwan. Aaron talks about the history of the Spanish-Jewish musical traditions and plays solo on the qanun.

To download click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2523

Aaron Catz's Powerful Experience in Uman for Rosh Hashanah

2010-09-06T11:32:00.001+03:00

A interview and acoustic performance with deep, soulful singer/songwriter Aaron Catz on his new project Silent Devotion and his powerful trip to Uman for Rosh Hashanah where he visited the mass grave at his grandfather's shtetle in the Ukraine.

Plus hip new Jewish and Israeli music from Avraham Tal, A Groyse Metsie, Yaakov Shwekey, Shloime Gertner, and Yuval Sela.

To download the podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2509

Arrested for Blowing Shofar at Kotel on Yom Kippur

2010-09-06T11:26:00.000+03:00

Under a British law in Palestine passed in 1930, Jews were forbidden to blow the shofar at the Kotel, pray loudly there, or bring Torah scrolls, so as not to offend the Arab population.

Despite this restriction, for the next seventeen years, the shofar was sounded at the Kotel every Yom Kippur. Shofars were smuggled in to the Kotel where brave teenagers defiantly blew them at the conclusion of the fast. Some managed to get away - others were captured and sent to jail for up to six months.

Six of these men are still alive.

Two weeks ago, these six men returned to the scene of their "crime". Armed with shofars, they recounted their individual stories and blew shofar again at the Kotel.

This is their powerful and inspiring story.

Photo Essay: "Balabusta" Shuk Street Fair in Jerusalem Market

2010-09-05T12:17:00.002+03:00

The fruit stands and fresh fish stalls were accompanied by a plethora of musicians and artists at the "Balabusta" street fair at the Mahane Yehuda marketplace in Jerusalem. Better known as "the shuk", the historic open air market held events every Monday throughout the month of August. Israel Beat takes you there with this photo essay giving you a taste of the shuk this summer. FOR FULL PHOTO ESSAY CLICK HERE:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/news.aspx/139460

FOR FULL PHOTO ESSAY CLICK HERE:

http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/news.aspx/139460

Play Written by Netanyahu's Brother at Herut Women's Benefit

2010-09-02T10:17:00.002+03:00

Menachem Begin's Herut Party is not associated immediately with its children's day care centers and radiologist Dr. Iddo Netanyahu of the is not known as a playwright. But an event this week will be combining the two as Neshei Herut, the Herut Women's Organization, celebrates its 60th anniversary.

"They are in denial even though the ground is burning beneath their feet," says Dr. Netanyahu...

"Jabotinsky would have approved," says Yael Shmargad of the Herut Women's day care centers across Israel....

For full article including podcast click here:

http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/139449

VIDEO: Famous Singer Shwekey in Israel, Returning to Sephardic Roots

2010-08-31T09:44:00.002+03:00

Famous Hassidic singer Yaakov Shwekey arrived in Israel for two days of concerts, in Jerusalem and in Rechovot. leaving for the airport right after the birth of his fourth child-a boy. Israel National News TV met Shwekey after his Jerusalem concert and spoke with him about his music, the performances, his new album dedicated to Sephardic music, and his wife's and his activities for special-ed children.

FOR VIDEO CLICK HERE:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/139401

Iddo Netanyahu's Holocaust Play

2010-08-31T09:41:00.002+03:00

Dr. Iddo Netanyahu's new play Happy End is an historical drama relevant for today. Yael Shmargad of the Herut Women talks about the play which will be performed at the organization's 60th anniversary this week. She also discusses the groups day care centers throughout Israel and how current child care is relevant for a Zionist organization founded in 1948 by Menachem Begin.

Plus, Swedish metal band Sabaton plays a pro-IDF song in Israel and young Israeli composer Matan Porat gears up for the International Jerusalem Chamber Music Festival. Also, Shlomo Artzi sings Zev Jabotinsky, groovy Breslov music from Guy Tzvi Mintz, the harp lady of Jerusalem Muriel Eileen, post-emo neo-Carlebach with Yehuda Green, hot new Israeli music from Sagiv Cohen and Tikkun Haklali by Erez Yechiel.

To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2488

Marsh Dondurma Ingathers Exilic Music at Red Sea Jazz Festival

2010-08-23T12:52:00.000+03:00

The Machane Yehuda marketplace, better known as the shuk, is where you can see fresh fruits and vegetables. But if you're lucky, you can also see Marsh Dondurma, a 15 piece band from Jerusalem. Percussionist Dotan Yogev talks about their new CD entitled Schuna, their performance at the Red Sea Jazz Festival in Eilat, and how Israeli audiences differ from others.

Plus, new music from Tzfat based singer Avraham Meir, Psalms from Ron Kean and music from the Eilat Jazz Festival's new director, Avishai Cohen.

To download the podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2467

Jewish Mexican Singer Yosef Daniel Live in the Studio

2010-08-09T12:09:00.002+03:00

Jewish Mexican musician Yosef Daniel performs exclusive acoustic tracks and tells about his unique spiritual journey from a church with Jewish roots, to Gush Katif and finally to Jerusalem.

Plus, an interview with the organizers of HaTzeaka, "The Scream ", a unique prayer gathering and music festival in the middle of the Judean desert which culminates with a mass cry out to Hashem. Also, music from Elad Avraham and Sinai Tor.

To download the mp3 click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2433

Rabbi Lazer Brody's Exotic Healing Melodies

2010-08-03T11:24:00.001+03:00

Rabbi Lazer Brody, a former IDF war hero turned motivational speaker has just released a new CD entitled Calming Waters, a collection of original compositions inspired by the nature of Israel. Hear Rabbi Brody talk about his life, his music and the Jewish connection to the Native American Cherokees.

Plus, an exclusive Arutz 7 interview with Jewish music superstar Avraham Fried, new music from the Levins, and Aaron Catz's new project Silent Devotion.

CLICK HERE FOR DOWNLOAD:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2416

Record Company President Ronny Vance Becomes Yeshiva Student

2010-08-03T11:22:00.001+03:00

"I don't think Bel Biv DeVoe will be visiting me in yeshiva, " says Ronny Vance, former president of Geffen and Interscope, the largest record companies in the United States. The man who signed 2Pac, New Edition, Gwen Stefani of No Doubt and countless other hits acts is now happy to spend his days learning in a Jerusalem yeshiva and helping Jewish-Israeli artists such as his former Shabbat guest Yonatan Razel, a young man he met on Birthright named DK Benjamin, and Israel's "next Johnny Carson, " Isaac Shiraz, who was recently featured on MTV.

Plus, awesome new music from Madboojah Project, Yosef Daniel, the Stadlin Twins, the Breslov Bar Band, the Levins, Hemi Rudner, and Pshutei Haam.

CLICK HERE FOR DOWNLOAD:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2401

Jewish Poetry Slam and Poems of Tisha B'Av

2010-08-03T11:18:00.001+03:00

This unique show features listener submitted poetry from Israel, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, America and more.

The annual Israel Beat Poetry Slam features fresh, exciting voices on Jewish and Israeli topics. Featured writers include:
* Ruth Fogelman of Jerusalem, with poems of Tisha B'Av and the new Dead Poets Society in Gush Etzion,
* Ashira Malka from the Negev desert,
* Ben Pincus from New York talks about Blood Oranges and the Disengagment,
* Bernard J. Shapiro from Texas talks about the Six Day War,
* Devorah Ahavah raps about Hashem,
* Stella Barbut from Sri Lanka reads The Yearning
* David Orbach from China sings Jerusalem is on the Edge of Eternity,
* Dina Moskowitz shares Ode to the Temple Mount,
* Rabbi Itzchak Marmorstein shares the poetry of Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak Kook,
* Masha Rutitsky talks about the Mumbai Massacre,
* Eitan Divinsky from Chicago writes about Jewish heroism,
* Ian Heiss from Pittsburgh submits his Torah Parsha poetry,
* Esther Feldman from Cleveland shares The Home Within Us.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2385

Jerusalem's Historic Pargod Theater

2010-08-03T11:16:00.003+03:00

Arie Mark talks about the historic Pargod Theater he started in Jerusalem's Nachlaot neigborhood which existed from 1969-2005. Hear about his own Holocaust story, plus adventures with Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, jazz bands and more Israeli musicians who have performed there over the years.

Plus, The Yellow Submarine concert club, and Channel 24, Israel's music television. This program is 3 Weeks friendly.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2367

Raymond Chandler Promotes Aliyah to Israel

2010-07-11T20:57:00.002+03:00

Will Jake Shiller honor his father's last wish or will detective Philip Marlowe have to get Biblical? A classic episode of Raymond Chandler's The Adventures on Philip Marlowe in which the Jewish lead character seeks moving to Israel.

Plus, great poetry from Matthue Roth, acapella music from Gavriel Butler and the Klezmatics and A Letter to the World from Jerusalem.

Click here for mp3 download http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2350

REMOVED VIDEO: Israeli Soldiers Dance in Hebron to Kesha's Tick Tock

2010-07-06T10:36:00.001+03:00

For full video click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/138440

(Arutz 7) Six Israel infantry soldiers performed an “about face" amidst the tension of patrolling in Hevron and were filmed dancing to the pop song “Tick Tock” down a threateningly empty street. The soldiers were filmed in full combat gear.

Hevron, traditionally one of Judaism's four holy cities, has been a flash point of constant attempts by Arabs to attack soldiers and the Jewish community in the city. The other holy cities are Jerusalem, Tzfat (Safed) and Tiberias. Rock throwing, firebombs, sniper fire and stabbing attacks by Arabs are frequent. It is considered a dangerous assignment for soldiers.

The IDF said the video was a “stunt” initiated by the soldiers, who may face an investigation for acting their age for a few minutes and finding a unique way of taking a break from army routine.
(IsraelNationalNews.com)

Wanted: Your Jewish / Israeli Poetry!

2010-07-04T16:45:00.002+03:00

For 2010 the Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast will once again feature listener submitted poetry for the 3 Weeks period. Please email your poems of Jewish and / or Israeli content to bbresky@israelnationalradio.com with the subject line: Poetry Submission. If we like it, you will have the opportunity to read your poem live on the air.

"The Beat with Ben Bresky" airs every Sunday on Israel National Radio and is available as a podcast. For archives click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/Author.aspx/1180

Rod Stewart to Perform in Israel

2010-06-28T23:26:00.003+03:00

From Arutz 7:

British singer Rod Stewart is set to perform for 24,000 people at Ramat Gan Stadium near Tel Aviv on July 1st. He previously performed in Israel in 1983. In an interview broadcast on Channel 1 TV, Stewart said he remembers Israel being "very, very hot, and we painted the stage white. The paint wouldn't dry and everybody had white paint all over their shoes."

The journalist interviewing him informed Stewart that 6th grade students in Israel learn his song "Sailing" for English class.

According to E Online, Stewart will visit Masada, the Dead Sea and the Old City of Jerusalem prior to his concert.

Yeshiva Hip-Hop Band "Shtar" Releases New CD

2010-06-27T12:34:00.003+03:00

Ori M’Ori gave up rapping after he started attending yeshiva in Jerusalem. But it was a rabbi who encouraged him to continue. "He said it was a chillul Hashem, a desecration of G-d's name for me to stop rapping," said M’Ori. The young musician now raps Jewish inspired lyrics with Shtar, who have just released their debut CD.

For full length article including video and podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/138270

Paris Museum Exhibits "Radical Jewish Culture"

2010-06-21T12:24:00.003+03:00

From Arutz 7:
A museum in Paris is holding concerts and exhibits about a New York Jewish jazz scene called Radical Jewish Culture. The musicians center around John Zorn, a saxophonist who began the Tzadik record label in the 1990s. Most of the music falls in the category of jazz and klezmer based on Jewish themes. American-Jewish musicians such as David Krakauer and Marc Ribot have been performing in Paris, France at the Musee d'art et d'histoire du Judaisme. The exhibit runs through July 18th.

http://radicaljewishculture.mahj.org/fr/index.php

New Band Terra Rossa Gets Back to Israeli Nature

2010-06-21T11:46:00.001+03:00

Interview with Yishai Ben-Yaacov of the Israeli band Terra Rossa who draw their inspiration from nature and from the "crazy land " of Jerusalem and Israel. Hear about their new CD Wanderings and what the Kabbalah says about instrumental music.

Plus, actor Drake from TV's Degrassi: The Next Generation talks about his Jewishness and his new rap career. And YoungArts' Sarah Arison and SocialMiami discuss Guava Rugelach, where cultures combine at Miami’s Jewish Music Festival.

For free mp3 download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2311

American Rock Group "Gov't Mule" Performs in Tel Aviv

2010-06-20T15:17:00.003+03:00

From Arutz 7:

The American rock group Gov't Mule performed this weekend in Tel Aviv at the Reading 3 club. Before the concert they played two songs at the Mike's Place bar, which was the site of a terrorist attack in 2003. The band is comprised of members of the Grammy award winning group The Allman Brothers.

The band expressed no political opinions. In an interview with the Jerusalem Post's David Brinn, guitarist Warren Haynes said that due to travelling, he was unaware that other bands had cancelled their Israeli tour dates. Haynes stated, "I can see both sides of the issue, but unless you’re fearing for your safety, I think you should carry through on the shows that are booked. Our intention is to play for our fans, and it’s not politically motivated. It’s all about music and spreading happiness and joy."

2010-06-08T16:03:00.002+03:00

Interview with Rabbi Shir Yaakov Feinstein-Feit on his new acoustic CD "Zeh ", his hip-hop music with rapper Ephryme on the Darshan project, and living in a Jewish retreat center.

Plus, Latma TV's controversial new flotilla parody We Con The World, Yaakov Shwekey live in Efrat, Nava Tehila, Matisyahu, Infected Mushroom and more.

Click here for download: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2271

Brody - Remixing Jewish Minds with Music

2010-06-08T15:59:00.001+03:00

Derek Cling and Natanel Danziger interview Jewish singer/hip hop artist Benjamin Brody, and talk about the inherent value that music has as a form of Jewish outreach today. They also discuss the general theme of music as being a 'route to the soul', and the importance of sharing positive, Jewish, spiritual music with the world. Click here to download: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2255

Interview with musician / stand-up comic Ronen Goldberg

2010-06-08T15:49:00.003+03:00

Jerusalem area stand-up comedian Ronen Goldberg debuts his new musical career.

Plus, Yehudit Weinberger and Rut Cheney of the Rimon Trio about what it's like being a religious female classical musician in Israel, and a new unique student music in Maale Adumim.

Click here for download: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2250

Singer Rihanna Stops by Western Wall in Jerusalem Before Tel Aviv Concert

2010-05-30T15:21:00.007+03:00

Photo credit: http://www.gossipcenter.com/rihanna/photo/rihanna-3040

Grammy Award winning pop/ r&b singer Rihanna will perform at Tel Aviv's Bloomfield Stadium Sunday night. Born in Barbados and now based in the United States, the singer spent two days prior to the concert touring sites in Israel.

In Jerusalem she stopped by the new Aish HaTorah world center and was photographed in front of the Temple Institutes's gold menorah. She also visited the Western Wall (the Kotel) and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Rihanna also helped paint a mural on the Kfir Scouts community center in Tel Aviv as part of a volunteer project.

According to the Associated Press she stated at a press conference that her time in Israel was an "amazing, amazing experience."

In September 2009, Rihanna performed at Jay-Z's "Answer to Call" concert, which paid tribute to the police officers and firefighters who died on the September 11 attacks. She won two Grammy awards in 2010 and currently has several top 10 pop songs on the charts.

Source: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/187132

Photos of Rihanna painting Tel Aviv community center:
http://justjared.buzznet.com/photo-gallery/2454728/rihanna-paint-community-center-08/

Photos of Rihanna at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City:

Photo credit: http://www.rihannadaily.com/2010/05/28/rihanna-is-in-jerusalem/
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Operatic Singer David D'or's New Pop CD

2010-05-27T17:32:00.005+03:00

Interview with David D'or, Israel's famous 4-octive vocalist on his new CD "The World I'm Painting. " Hear his thoughts on representing Israeli and Jewish music on international stages. Plus, the forgotten 1970's David Dor.

And, Gavriel and Ben discuss the controversial new pro-IDF song "I am Your Brother" by Amir Benayoun. Plus great new music by Shalom Gad, Terra Rossa and more.

To download the mp3 click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2225

Interview with "Yahad " Band Gaya

2010-05-17T15:16:00.002+03:00

Gili Liber of Gaya talks about his famous song Shir LeAhava (Yahad) and how it became a modern staple of the Israeli music scene. To download the free mp3 podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2210

Singer Ira Caplan's Ode to Gilad Shalit

2010-05-10T11:18:00.001+03:00

Singer-Songwriter Ira Caplan talks about his adventures in Israel and his ballad for kidnapped IDF soldier Gilad Shalit in this live performance and interview.

Plus, awesome Israeli music from Infected Mushroom, Mordechai Yitzhar Baumol, Raanan Nahari, the Diaspora Yeshiva Band, and Meir Ben Amitai.

To download the mp3 click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2188

Complete Unity Concert to Showcase Yeshiva Talent in Jerusalem

2010-05-04T13:38:00.003+03:00

Established bands will join yeshiva students for the Complete Unity Concert, which will benefit two locals charities and showcase new talent. Scheduled for Saturday night May 8th at Heichel Shlomo in Jerusalem, the concert is the latest in a series organized by local educator Rabbi Eli Goldsmith, dubbed by his students as "the midnight rabbi."

For full article click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/137354

Shtar - New Yeshiva Hip-Hop Band

2010-05-03T16:18:00.002+03:00

Interview with members of the new yeshiva hip-hop group Shtar. Hear how one of their members gave up a record contract in London to move to Israel and another member stuck to rapping because his rabbi told him to.

Plus, Rabbi Eli Goldsmith "the midnight rabbi " talks about the upcoming Complete Unity Concert on May 8th featuring Shtar, Aharit Hayamim Hai, Sam Fisher & Psychologix, Mendy Portnoy, Danny Raphael, JudaBlue and more young, up-and-coming bands.

For podcast download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2166

From Costa Rica to Israel with Jason Cohen

2010-04-26T07:11:00.004+03:00

Travel to a campfire in the Jerusalem forest for an interview with Jason Cohen of the band Incus and how he got a free ticket from Costa Rica to Israel to get in touch with his Jewish roots. Plus, Keith Kahn-Harris talks about his journey as a Metal Jew. Also, music from Idan Raichel, Moshe Peretz and Shivi Keller. To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2146

Photo Essay: Boombamela Festival Welcomes Torah Outreach

2010-04-18T13:04:00.001+03:00

When Guy Arnon and his wife Galia started producing the Boombamela festival, he didn't expect it to result in a bar mitzvah, especially not his own. The husband and wife team have been coming to Nitzanim beach for the past seven years for one of Israeli's best known and longest running beach festivals.

This year it attracted about 15,000 - 20,000 people, mostly secular Israeli teenagers and twenty- somethings for three days of music, swimming and a new age vibe over Chol HaMoed Passover. But Galia and Guy aren't the only husband and wife team on the beach.

For photo essay and podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/137043

Interview with The Klezmatic's Frank London

2010-04-18T13:02:00.001+03:00

The Klezmatic's Frank London, who helped revive and popularize klezmer music in America talks about the philosophy of Jewish music, Yiddish culture and his concerts in Israel with Ehud Banai. To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2089

Pesach Prog-Metal with Amaseffer

2010-04-18T12:43:00.002+03:00

Interview with Israeli band Amaseffer on their Passover themed metal CD. Plus cool Pesach music from Yossi and Yerachmiel, Moishe Oysher, Yigal Bassan, Noah Lubin, Benyamin Nakonechny and So Called's Hip Hop Seder.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2083

Hasidic Hip Hop Beats with ProdEzra

2010-03-22T10:20:00.002+02:00

Interview with ProdEzra on his "beats l'shem shamayim, " hip-hop mixed with hasidic themes. Hear about how a Jerusalem yeshiva inspired him and how an old time singer Eli Lipsker offered his voice for hip-hop samples.

Plus great new music from Tzfat based singer Meir Chaim, Jewish jazz with Eugene Marlow's Heritage Ensemble, newcomer Gili Shushan, hasidic star Lipa Schmeltzer and mizrachi star Kobi Peretz.

To download the Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2063

Torah Outreach at Boombamela Festival

2010-03-16T19:30:00.002+02:00

Passover synagogue services at a beach festival? Michael Golomb talks about spreading Jewish spirituality at Boombamela talks about spreading Jewish spirituality at Boombamela.

Jerusalem based stand-up comic Eli Newman talks about how Americans speak Hebrew and other idiosyncracies.

Plus music by Avraham Fried, the Moshav Band, Lior Kaminetsky, Majuda, Prodezra, and Agadetah.

To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/2046

Hassidic Singer Shloime Gertner

2010-03-12T15:21:00.002+02:00

Hassidic singer Shloime Gertner has arrived in Israel in honor of his new album Say Asay. Arutz Sheva TV's Yoni Kempinski met Gertener and discussed his new album, his "feeling of purpose " while on stage, and the unique song he wrote in his previous album dedicated to his special daughter.

For video click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/136352

Plus, an interview with Jeff Seidel on his Jewish Student Infomation Center which brings American college stduenst to Israel. Also, hot new Israeli music: Dudu Fisher sings the Klezmatics, teen Mizrachi star Meydad Tasa, Benny Friedman, Shai Gabso and the Mirrors, and DJ Dalit Eizner.

Purim Music Not for Kids

2010-02-25T15:51:00.002+02:00

Craving some Purim music without high pitched kid's voices or cartoony noises? Check out the Israel Beat Purim Mix featuring Yerachmiel Zeigler, Dov Shurin, Joel Chasnoff, Matt Bar, Pesah Krisevsky, Ruach, Oif Simchas, Aaron Razel, Gavriel Butler, Avraham Fried, For Your Consideration, Haverim Shiron Purim, Heedoosh, and Safam.

Click here for mp3 download: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1971

Picture taken from the Megillat Esther graphic novel by JT Waldman.

ShalomLife interview on Israel Beat

2010-02-25T15:34:00.001+02:00

"There is more to Israel than the political situation. I want to show another side of Israel. I want to show the rich world of music that exists here. I try and ask each musician 'what is Jewish music' or 'what is Israeli music?' I want my interviews to be in-depth and meaningful but also fun."

For full interview click here:
http://www.shalomlife.com/eng/article.php?id=2706

Ron Wiseman's Jerusalem Jamaica Fusion

2010-02-15T10:44:00.003+02:00

Ron Wiseman talks about mixing Torah lyrics with reggae melodies and how it connects Jewish people to their roots. Plus, his role in a new documentary with Donisha Prendergast, granddaughter of Bob Marley who visited Israel to film a documentary on reggae music.

Also, brand new awesome Jewish-Israeli music from A Groyse Metsie, The Shaygetz, Haymarket Riot, Hello Sid, Udi Davidi and Adi Ran.

To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1944

Soulful, Acoustic Melodies with Jewish Folk Duo Elyon

2010-02-08T10:51:00.001+02:00

Eliezer Kosoy and Yonasan Hill form the duo Elyon and perform live on Israel National Radio. Yonasan talks about his famous father, D.A. Adam Schiff from TV's Law and Order and how he gave up big Hollywood contracts to become hasidic. The duo performs deep, soulful, from-the-heart acoustic melodies about overcoming adversity and keeping your eyes on the light.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1916

Oneg Shemesh: A Melody is Also a Prayer - Interview & acoustic performance

2010-02-02T14:35:00.003+02:00

Oneg Shemesh performs live and talks about the power of music and prayer to bring about Jewish unity. Plus stories of growing up on the Carlebach Moshav, the founding of the Moshav Band and a wedding in a closed military zone in the Sinai Penninsula.

Plus, brand new Matisyahu "One Day " remix by Infected Mushroom, HaHaverim Shel Natasha, and Isaac Shiraz.

To download the podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1887

Matisyahu to play Tel Aviv with Infected Mushroom - VIDEO of One Day remix!

2010-01-31T14:15:00.004+02:00

Jewish-American singer Matisyahu will return to Israel for a mega concert featuring Israeli trance act Infected Mushroom. The electronica DJs just released a remix of Matisyahu's popular song One Day.

Matisyahu is know for his reggae and rock music, however has performed on stage with Infected Mushroom in the past. The trance DJs have previously done remixes of rock music including Israeli singer Barry Sacharoff and on their new CD, a remix of The Doors.

The concert will be at Pavillion 1 in Tel Aviv on Feb. 11, 2010. The opening act will be a reunion of popular 90's band HaHaverim Shel Natasha (Friends of Natasha) featuring lead vocalist Arkadi Duchin. For tickets visit: http://www.hadran.co.il/

For past interview with Matisyahu click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/133660

For past interview with Infected Mushroom click here: http://israelbeat.blogspot.com/2004/05/infected-mushroom-interview.html

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2010-01-25T19:38:00.003+02:00

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Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast

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Interview with Klezmer Legend Giora Feidman on New CD

2010-01-25T19:17:00.002+02:00

Interview with klezmer clarinet legend Giora Feidman on his 40th (approximately) new CD, his theories on Jewish soul, klezmer music, and his mission in this world.

Plus, awesome new Israeli music including hip-hop klez fusion from Solomon & So Called, Sinai Tor, Israeli country-western band Holler!, Jewish Mexican singer Yosef Daniel, and the ever popular Shuli Rand.

To download the Israel Beat Podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1867

Israeli Jewish Women's Poetry with Sarah Feld

2010-01-22T11:21:00.002+02:00

Interview with Sarah Feld of Beit El on her new volume of English poetry from Israel.

Plus, great new music from Avraham Tal of Shotey HaNevuah, Mosh Ben Ari, King Django, Zion Golan and more.

To download click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1835

"Billy Joel Meets Eyal Golan" - From kids singer to cantor

2010-01-11T16:15:00.002+02:00

Mark Samowitz goes from kids singer to cantor. He talks about his Jewish children's CD series Shooby Doob Shloimy, which he is performing for underprivileged children in Israel, his award winning cantorial work and his Jewish pop music which he likens to "Billy Joel meets Eyal Golan."

Plus, modern musicians perform their versions of the classic Chabad - Lubavitch niggun Tzama Lecha Nafshi, including Matisyahu, Nosson Zand, RebbeSoul, Yood and Yeedle.

To download podcast click here:
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1806

Rockiah Jewish Rock Band from Ramat Beit Shemesh Live in the Studio!

2010-01-04T18:41:00.005+02:00

Interview and live performance from Rockiah, a Jewish rock band from Ramat Beit Shemesh. Plus, Shemesh music artists Tzipia and Shmaya Silverman.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1777

New band Shivat Tzion: On a mission to brighten Israel

2010-01-04T18:38:00.001+02:00

Interview with young new Israeli band Shivat Tzion from Tzfat. Hear about their adventures of playing reggae in Israeli nursing homes and soup kitchens. Plus, The Rokodesh Band, a Groyse Metsie, Haim Israel and Metropolin.

To download click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/Radio/News.aspx/1751

Interview with Soulfram on new CD Monkey Dance

2009-12-22T16:18:00.003+02:00

Interview with brothers Noah and Nachman Solomon on their respective Jewish rock bands Soulfarm and haMAKOR, both hailing from Moshav Mevo Modiin and both releasing new CDs. Hear about Monkey Dance, Shlomo Carlebach and life on the farm.

Plus Ron Kean's Kabbalistic rock opera about the Baal Shem Tov, the Last Zionist from rapper Subliminal, new Israeli folk singer Avi Adaki, blues legend Leadbelly's 1942 anti Hitler song, and fan favorite Jordan Chaviv.
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Director Robin Garbose: from "Head of the Class" to Jewish spirituality

2009-12-22T16:11:00.004+02:00

Interview with Robin Garbose, former director of the hit TV sitcom Head of the Class is in Israel to talk about her new Jewish movie A Light for Greytowers, featuring an all female cast and being shown to all-female audiences only.

Plus, a classic interview with Erran Baron Cohen and Chanukah music from Matisyahu.

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Israeli Rocker Ilan Green gets Biblical on Voices of the Levites

2009-12-22T16:07:00.003+02:00

Interview with Ilan Green, formerly of Israeli rock group Nikmat HaTractor (Tractor's Revenge) on his new CD Voice of the Levites which features instruments he personally created based on ancient instruments used in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.

Plus, Chanukah music that rocks featuring Woody Guthrie, the Klezmatics, Matt Bar's Bible Raps, Udi Davidi, and Yerachmiel "Rocky " Zeigler.

* To download mp3 click here.

* For full text interview with photos click here.

Bruno's Brother Erran Baron Cohen Releases Hanukkah Album

2009-12-09T12:19:00.002+02:00

Now that comedian Sacha Baron Cohen is getting press for being sued by a "former terrorist" for his movie Bruno, it may be nice to read about his more musical brother Erran Baron Cohen, who last year released a CD called Songs in the Key of Hanukkah.

Erran Baron Cohen Releases Hanukkah Album
by Ben Bresky December 14, 2008

(Israelnationalnews.com) "When I was a child I remember my parents used to play an old Hanukkah record with school children singing out of tune and a bad piano player." says Erran Baron Cohen. Now, the musician known for his "world beat fusion" music has released a Hanukkah album that can be enjoyed by children as well as hipsters.

Songs in The Key of Hanukkah is a compilation album features musicians from the funky rapper Y-Love to the world-beat feel of Yasmin Levy and Idan Reichel to new folk acoustic versions of Rock of Ages. Baron Cohen, whose brother is the star of the hit movie Borat, spoke with Israel National Radio's Ben Bresky about Hanukkah, recording in Germany and cool Jewish music.

For full interview including photos and podcast click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/128814

To read about the Bruno terrorist lawsuit click here: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/176167

Singer-Songwriter Noah Lubin Leaves "Egypt " for Israeli Yeshiva

2009-12-02T09:31:00.003+02:00

Interview with singer-songwriter Noah Lubin on his new album Leaving Egypt which mixes folk, blues and a keyboard player called The Ghost of Harlem. Noah tells how he left his personal Egypt to come to yeshiva in Jerusalem.

Also, tribute songs to kidnapped IDF soldier Gilad Shalit by hasidic singer Avraham Fried, jazz musician Daniel Zamir, and rapper SHI 360. Plus music from Soulfarm and the CD give-away question of the week.

To download the mp3 click here

Ben Epstein of Aspaklaria - New Tunes for Levite Psalms

2009-11-25T23:37:00.003+02:00

Ben Epstein of Aspaklaria talks about his new album Shirei HaLeviim, a collection of chilled out rock songs based on the Songs of the Day. Hear about his passion for aliyah and why he took supposedly mundane psalms and turned them into groovy new tunes.

Plus, David Levy a.k.a. Omen X talks about his background as a Jewish Afro-Caribbean from England living in Israel seeking to mix Torah and rock.

Also, Hanukkah Gone Metal, Shlomo Carlebach, Para Aduma and more.

To download mp3 click here

Chinese Music in Israel, interview with Semantra & more

2009-11-24T16:04:00.003+02:00

Interview with Shmuel Nelson and Chanan Elias of the middle east rock-fusion band Semantra.

Interview with Douglas Daigou Li, a Chinese-American musician who performing in Israel.

Also, Jerusalem piano virtuoso Ariel Elisha's new classical CD, Muriel Eileen - The Harp Lady, the Klezmatics and more.

To download mp3 podcast click here

Lenny Solomon & Shlock Rock's Innovative New Downloadable CD

2009-11-04T22:06:00.003+02:00

Interview with Lenny Solomon of Shlock Rock on their new album No Limits, which is being offered as a special "pay what you want " download. Lenny discusses "what is Jewish music? " making aliyah, and how both serious songs and parodies can inspire. Plus an interview with Na Nach Breslov hasidic members who dance and sing with their Na Nach Nachman Me Uman van in the middle of the streets. Also, awesome new Israeli music from Kobi Oz of Teapacks and Asaf Avidan and the Mojos. To download the audio click here.

From Hawaii to Israel with Musician Ken Solin

2009-11-04T22:04:00.002+02:00

Ken Solin, a Jewish musician from Hawaii visits Israel and performs live acoustic music in the studio. Hear about how he connected to Jewish spirituality on his small remote island, the physical therapy of rolfing, jamming on Ben Yehuda Street and the similarities between the Hawaiian and Hebrew languages. To download podcast click here.

Aryeh Naftaly, Grateful Dead & Making Aliyah

2009-11-04T22:02:00.002+02:00

Interview with Aryeh Naftaly and the Elevators on their new CD "Olim " about making aliyah, singing songs of Zion and their upcoming Grateful Dead tribute concert. Is 60's jam-band hippie music popular in Israel? Find out how Aryeh Naftaly's music led a couple to get married and hear stories of the Carlebach Moshav.

Plus, Blessings of Beauty, relaxing Jewish themed classical music from Laura Leon and Amy Ziegelbaum.

Also the Sephardic Hazzanut Project with Faraj Samra and Sephardic Jerusalem qanun music from Aaron Hai.

To download the Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast click here.

Jewish Rock Photographer Aharon Hyman

2009-11-04T22:00:00.002+02:00

Professional photographer Aharon Hyman gives a behind-the-scenes look at the Israeli music scene with stories of famous Jewish bands and his work with singer Dovid Yehoshua. Plus, coverage of the RockAmi festival with music from the Moshav Band, Piamenta and Majuda.

An interview with Infected Mushroom on their new album Legend of the Black Shawarma including an Israeli trance remix of Riders on the Storm by The Doors. Also, hot new music from Matisyahu's opening act, Tel Aviv based religious rocker Erez Lev Ami. To download the IsraelBeat Jewish Music Podcast click here.

RockAmi Festival live simculcast

2009-11-04T21:54:00.004+02:00

Live simculcast of the RockAmi Festival at Kraft Stadium in Jerusalem with music from Soulfarm, Yood, Piamenta, the Moshav Band, Majuda, Semantra, and Gershon Veroba, hosted by INR's Yishai Fleisher, Malkah Fleisher, Eli Stutz, Ben Bresky and Walter Bingham. With interviews with Soulfarm, Semantra, Gershon Veroba, festival organizer Guma Aguiar, and a variety of young fans. For mp3 download click here. For full text interview with photos and video click here.

Exclusive Interview with Matisyahu on New CD and Tour

2009-11-04T21:50:00.003+02:00

Ben Bresky and Yishai Fleisher interview Matisyahu on his upcoming tour in Israel to support his new disc, Light. Hear this hasidic reggae superstar talk about his new musical style and lyrics based on Jewish spirituality. Plus hot new Israeli music from Piamenta, "We Ate Bamba and Drank Cola " by Natan Saban, Shmemel, ethnic middle eastern grooves from Sheva, and klezmer from Chilik Frank and Naor Carmi.
* To download the Israel Beat Jewish Music Podcast click here.

* For full text interview with photos click here.

Yom Kippur Music that Rocks

2009-11-04T21:42:00.003+02:00

Celebrate Yom Kippur with a journey through different Jewish musical styles of Unetane Tokef, El Naale Alila, Avinu Malkeinu and more including Eliyakim Beinenstock, electronica from Alon Cohen and Rea Mochiach, guitar distortion from Mogwai, classical cello from Max Bruch, old school Sephardic from Cantor Ezra Barnea, new school pop from Meir Banai, Mizrachi pop from Chaim Israel, neo-cantorial from Udi and David Ullmann, and cantorial rock from Yitzchak Halfon. Plus Israeli top ten hits from Mosh Ben Ari and Eviatar Banai, and more Boombamela music from Ariel and Yitzchok Meir (a.k.a. Isaac Shiraz.) To download the IsraelBeat Jewish Music Podcast click here.