Category Archives: Jewish Music
Pink – The Coolest Jewish Singer Around
Pink is a well known singer who has done varying style of music from the time she started singing to now, she has shown a maturity that most singers will never demonstrate. Pink’s real name is Alecia Beth Moore. Her first song that was mainstream was There You Go. Pink’s debut album was Can’t Take Me Home that came out in the year 2000. She had a different sound the following year with the album Missundaztood.
Two years later in 2003, Pink released her third album which was Try This -this album was not as popular but still did fairly well for itself. Pink also won an award for this album due to her creativity and talent. Three years later she had the album I’m Not Dead. This album did well with a few songs hitting the top of the musical charts. In 2008 she released the album Funhouse which did fairly well and in 2010 she released a best of cd but let everyone know she is far from done with music and singing.
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Pink has done well for herself ever since she started releasing albums. If you consider even the albums that did not do well still sold millions of copy and earned rewards, she has done well for herself.
Pink’s songs are in constant rotation on the local radio stations and people still greatly appreciate all her songs with a feeling that her songs cannot get old like other artists or groups. Pink videos get millions oHer style has changed from R&B when she first came out to more of a rock and alternative sound where she is hard to categorize due to her variation in her musical style.
Pink and the Jewish Connection
Pink is a Jewish musician as her mother was Jewish. It is not often mentioned but the Jewish people can be proud to have such a wonderful singer as one of their own. Pink’s father was also a musician and more than likely inspired her. She was in bands in the past that did not do as well but were a way for her to showcase her talent. She initially wrote songs to help with emotional issues. Today and in the future Pink will be enjoyed and fans are anticipating more great music to come from her.
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Harel Skaat – Who Knew Prince Charming Can Sing?
His irresistible smile and moving voice cannot leave anyone’s heart in dry indifference. It is only natural that Harel Skaat, Israel’s last Eurovision contestant, is still one of the most loved male singers to date. After two successful albums Harel Skaat (30) has established his renowned place in the music industry of Israel. He keeps winning sought after prizes and performing in front of large audiences. Truth is performing is Skaat’s greatest passion and no matter how many shows he will sing in, he will never have enough of it.
Harel Skaat was discovered in the Israeli reality show Kochav Nolad (the Israeli take on American Idol), where he won the dignified second place. Even though he was not the winner of the competition, Skaat has consequently swept a large audience off their feet with his undeniable charisma and beautiful voice. Skaat had no reason to complain: His singles were declared many times as “songs of the year” and he was also voted as “singer of the year” on the leading Israeli radio stations. Just recently Skaat was also chosen to represent Israel in the Eurovision (the European yearly singing contest) where he reached 14th place (out of 25). To those who ask when will his next album come out, he answers that it’s in working process. Meanwhile all we can do is relish on his existing cds: Harel Skaat (2006) and Figures (2009).
Skaat has recently revealed to be a homosexual, even though he still hasn’t found the love of his life. This declaration that granted him the support of his devoted fans. Skaat says that due to his “coming out”, lots of teenagers turn to him with their personal struggles and uncertainties. Skaat is not overwhelmed by the mass of letters he is receiving and always finds the right words to say. His message is usually “there’s nothing wrong with you. Just love yourselves”. An advice we could all adopt with stretched arms.
Listen to Harel’s song “and you” (“Veat”)
Here’s a translation to the song’s chorus:
And you,
Who are you laughing to
When you don’t embrace anymore
I almost recalled you for a moment
I would have been different had I known
That you…
Who are you bringing distance close for
Who are you falling inlove with
Who are you not leaving
If only you had stayed
I would make you happy…
Ninet Tayeb – A Pop Doll? Not At All
Ninet Tayeb, 27, a talented Israeli singer who was discovered in the Israeli version of “American Idol” (Kochav Nolad) when she was only a soldier, has undergone a long way since winning that reality show, which immediately made her one of the most talked about celebrities in Israel at the time. Eight years later Tayeb still attracts the public attention and can be spotted as the hottest item in popular magazines or entertainment TV shows, however, it’s clear beyond any doubt that the Ninet of 2011 is 180º different than the young inexperienced woman she was several years ago.
In the past the press saw her as a media-made pop doll having no distinct character or unique quality of her own, but throughout the years Tayeb has built her image anew step by step until she eventually entered the hearts of the toughest critics out there. Ninet Tayeb is now a reformed version of herself: she is daring, artistic, uncompromising.
She is a rocker, whose choices no one can predict in advance – everything no one believed she could be when she made her debut on the most watched tv show in Israel. Tayeb’s new self sends everyone one clear message: She doesn’t owe anybody anything, she doesn’t have to meet everyone’s expectations. It’s time for her to discover her own path, without considering what others have to say about it. If you wish to see a smiling moppet, look away – she doesn’t live here anymore.
Ninet Tayeb released two albums (“Barefoot” on 2006 and “Communicative” on 2009), the latter being a standout surprise, overflowing with energy, courage and enthralling madness.
From her second album Ninet Tayeb – Barefoot (2006)
Tayeb, who is known as an extremely devoted worker, does not limit herself to the music scene alone. In recent years has proved herself as a first class actress on theater (on a musical called “Spring Awakening”), cinema (on the film “Walls”) and tv (on the show “Our Song”) as well. Get it at Israeli Music CD’s
Tayeb has also hosted a fascinating radio show on the most regarded radio station in Israel where she shared her favorite musical pieces with the listeners. Tayeb’s change has paid off: last month she performed together with Ra’anana’s Symphonette, a multi-instrument orchestra which gave her songs a new dramatic twist, accompanying her with the unconventional sound of violin, cello, tuba and more. The media’s praise for Tayeb’s performance only proves she is much more than a pretty face with a pleasant voice. Watch out for her next move – you can never know what it’ll be, but it’ll surely be something to wait for.
Popular Israeli Music Videos on You Tube
Do you like Israeli music? If you do, then this post is for you! Here I have chosen to bring you popular Israeli songs on You Tube. All songs in the list have been released in the last couple of years. There’ll be a separate post on oriental music videos.
Idan Raichel Project -Chalom Shel Acherim (Other people’s dreams)
This song is taken from the third album by the successful music ensemble The Idan Raichel’s Project.
Harel Skaat – Milim
Roni Dalumi – Ten (Give)
Roni Dalumi won Kochav Nolad contest.
Shiri Maimon – Chelek Mimcha (Part of you)
This is one of Shiri’s more recent hit songs. To read more about the Israeli singer press on the link.
Gilaad Segev – Isha Mehashamim
Hapil Hakachol ( The Blue Elephant) – Yasmin
Hayehudim – Ezleck Baolam
Abraham Tal – Orot
Chen Aaroni and Esti Gintzburg – Neshima
Karolina – Af Eched lo Ba Li
Idan Raichel Project
Israel’s Top Songs in the Eurovision Contest
Diva – Dana International (winner 1998)
A real diva takes the prize! Dana International is a very well known transsexual pop singer in Israel. Watch Dana’s unforgettable performance.
2. Aba Ni Bi – Izhar Cohen (winner 1978)
Israel’s first win. This song tells of an encrypted language so that children could share love secrets.
3. Hallelujah -Gali Atari and Milk and Honey (winner 1979)
The 1979 Eurovision contest took place in Jerusalem after Israel’s 1978 win . This fantastic song gave Israel its second win in a row in the Eurovision contest. The song has soon become an Israeli anthem.
4. Chai – Ofra Haza (1983, should have won!)
5. Shiri Maimon – HaSheket Shenishar (2005, should have won!)
6. Harel Skaat – Milim Words (2010)
Harel Skaat, one of the most talented Israeli singers represents Israel with the song Milim, saying you have left me nothing but words.
Shiri Maimon: Meet the Israeli Singer that You Ought To Know
Shiri Maimon is one of the most popular Israeli singers today. Shiri became known to the Israeli public as one of the front-runners in the israeli version of American Idol (Kochav Nolad). Shiri came in second in this competition, but did it stop her? Shortly after Kochav Nolad finals. Shiri made an internationally name for herself when she represented Israel in the Eurovision Song contest, 2004. Shiri gave an unforgettable performance with the song – HeSheket Shenishar – one of my favorite pop songs ever – which brought Israel to the fourth place. She gave a great performance even though she was sick. As far as I’m concerened Shiri is a winner!
If you’d like to listen to the English version of Hasheket Shenishar . 2005 was a wonderful year for Shiri Maimon: she released her debut album which was an instant success with four top of the chart hits. Soon after its release, Shiri’s debut album went gold. Watch one of her first hits – Ahavah Ktana (Little Love) with more than 700,000 views on youtube!
