Music

Israeli-Arab singer from Nazareth, Elyanna, takes the stage at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony

The Israeli-Arab singer delivered a high-energy set featuring a powerful vocal performance. She is reportedly the only artist of Middle Eastern descent on FIFA's official soundtrack.

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group B - Canada v Bosnia and Herzegovina - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 12, 2026 Elyanna performs during the opening ceremony before the match.
 Groups participating in the summer camp programs.

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 Kanye West attends the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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Israeli singer and songwriter Esther Shamir.

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Jewish musical group performs song in Hebrew in historic Australia Day concert in Sydney

It marked the first time Hebrew has been sung at the iconic Opera House Forecourt in any concert setting, and also the first time a Jewish song has been performed at the Australia Day Live concert.

SHIR, the Australian Jewish Music Festival, outside the Sydney Opera House.

Former Hamas hostage shares preview of new song one year after release from captivity

"I can't believe that the moment has finally arrived when I get to share share something of mine, finally my voice can be heard and I don't need to whisper anymore, don't need to fear," Gilboa wrote.

FORMER HOSTAGE Daniella Gilboa previews her new song in an Instagram post, January 25, 2026.

Once Upon a Mattress proves fairy tales are funnier when turned upside down

Fairy-tale expectations are flipped in this witty, high-energy staging of Once Upon a Mattress.

Lady Larken and Sir Harry.

Song honors Bondi attack hero: Jewish musicians from Sydney in praise of Ahmed al-Ahmed

While initially trying to care for their family from afar, the tragedy prompted Simmon and Tuvel to channel their grief into a song, hoping that it reaches Ahmed.

Sydney musicians pay tribute to Ahmed Al Ahmed, who disarmed Bondi Beach shooter.

Classicameri Festival : Music to be savored and enjoyed

Once again, the Classicameri Festival provided value for money and left audiences buzzing and with a spring in their step. 

Sergei Nakariakov.

Music, kabbalah, and time: Inside Eduard Shyfrin’s kabbalistic soundscape

In his latest album, Eduard Shyfrin weaves contemporary music with the spiritual depth of Jewish mysticism, creating a deeply reflective listening experience.

Shyfrin (center) at Abbey Road Studios with producer Mike Hedges (L) and arranger Fred Luzignant

Taylor Swift to be inducted in Songwriters Hall of Fame, will become second-youngest ever

The honor places the pop superstar, winner of 14 Grammys, among the most celebrated songwriters across generations.

TAYLOR SWIFT reacts on stage during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, US, February 2, 2025.

Zubin Mehta cancels all Israeli shows, cites Netanyahu's 'treatment of Palestinians'

Zubin Mehta, an Indian conductor who was IPO musical director for 50 years, condemns Netanyahu's policies on Palestine and urges the arts community to speak out.

Conductor Zubin Mehta attends the American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Duet Gala at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on November 10, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California; illustrative.

Israeli musician Eyal Zakai reflects on Gaza service, song written dedicated to fallen soldier

During one deployment, Zakai learned that a close childhood friend had been killed in combat roughly a kilometer away from his unit.

Israeli musician Eyal Zakai reflects on Gaza service, song written dedicated to fallen soldier.

Fuentes, Tate brothers, Sneako seen blasting Kanye's 'Heil Hitler' in Miami Beach nightclub

Rapper Kanye West released the controversial song in May 2025. The music video for Heil Hitler depicts a group of black men in formation singing 'Ni**a Heil Hitler' multiple times.

'Deeply offensive' : Fuentes, Tate brothers and Sneako seen blasting Kanye's Heil Hitler in Miami Beach nightclub