Israel Hour Radio - Israeli Music Podcast

Israeli society is as diverse as can be, and nowhere is that diversity more evident than in its music. Mass immigration from Ethiopia in the 80s and 90s produced a long list of talented black Israeli singers and musicians - many of whom top the Israeli music charts on a regular basis. This week, we're proud to feature these impressive black Israeli voices, each of whom has left his or her permanent mark on the land of Israel. Many have also brought their cultures and languages into the national soundtrack, injecting a little bit of the 'old country' into mainstream Israeli music. You'll love learning about these artists, as well as the cultural traditions they bring with them every time they take the stage.

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It's been a few weeks since we've brought you up to date on the latest Israeli music, and some amazing songs have been released! We've got some of the biggest names in the business, all lined up to entertain you: Like who? How about Static and Ben-El, Noa Kirel, Rita, Shiri Maimon, Rami Kleinstein, Eyal Golan, Ninet Tayeb, and MANY more. These songs will be blaring on the radio in Israel all summer long, so check 'em out while they're hot and fresh! Plus - the latest Israeli star to sign a US record deal...a new song stolen from the pages of the Talmud...and an inspirational new song from the Shalva Band!

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In Hebrew, 'Idan' means era and 'Eden' means...well, Eden (or paradise). They're two of the most popular first names in Israel, and happen to belong to some of Israel's most talented singers and musicians. So we decided to devote an entire episode to singers named 'Eden' - like Eden Alene, Eden Ben Zaken, and Eden Hason - or 'Idan' - like Idan Raichel, Idan Amedi, or Idan Yaniv. Who would have thought that this was such a popular name in contemporary Israeli music?

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Once a month, we invite our listeners to our studio to select their favorite Israeli songs of all time. This week, we're pleased to welcome Rina Goldberg of New York City to Israel Hour Radio! Rina's passion for Israel shines through in everything she does...from teaching young people in school to rocking out at the many Israeli concerts that come to New York. You'll love her fun, vibrant personality...as well as her tastes in Israeli music!

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In a world full of turmoil, it's nice to relax and unwind to the very best of Israeli culture! This week, Israel Hour Radio shines the spotlight on 14 of the latest Israeli songs, performed by Israel's hottest singers. You'll hear an hour of ALL-NEW music by singers like Lior Narkis, Shlomi Shabbat, Itai Levy, Achinoam Nini, David Broza, Netta Barzilai, and many more! You'll also hear an incredible new song - in Hebrew - sung by KELLY CLARKSON! Download now, and tune in for the best hour of your week!

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We're bringing back one of our most popular themes...Israeli Eurovision songs! Eurovision 2020 was SUPPOSED to take place on May 16th, with Eden Alene representing Israel in the contest. But the Eurovision was cancelled due to Corona, so others tried to fill the void with a variety of online activities. In Israel, fans organized the 'Isravision'...a countdown of Israel's favorite Eurovision entries. Recorded on Facebook Live on May 24, 2020, this episode counts down the top 15 entries on this list. These are among Israel's most beloved songs of all time...you're sure to have a blast!

While you're listening, be sure to let us know: what's your all-time favorite Israeli Eurovision entry...and what's your LEAST favorite?

Full playlist at https://www.myisraelimusic.com/episode1044

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Once a month, our listeners pick the playlist...and this week, we're excited to welcome Dr. Andy Symons of Buffalo, NY! Andy has a Sabra wife, lived in Israel for several years, has taught music to kids throughout his life, and uses music to bring smiles to many of his patients. Israeli music has played a very large role in Andy's life, from his days in summer camp to his 'one-hit wonder' on YouTube and beyond. In an episode recorded live on Facebook, Andy guides us through the Israeli songs that have left their mark on him while living in Israel and back home in the USA. You'll love his stories and musical selections!

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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 home - and what a celebration it was! Recorded live on Facebook on Yom Ha'atzma'ut 2020, this episode features hear all your favorite patriotic Israeli songs, as well as some inspiring new ones to help ring in Israel's 72nd birthday. As we 'build a stronger Israel, one song at a time', let's celebrate the miracle of the modern state of Israel through song, spirit, and joy!

Full playlist at https://www.myisraelimusic.com/episode1042

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The creativity coming out of Israel in the days of Corona has been nothing short of amazing. Despite the challenges of gathering in person, Israeli artists have collaborated online like never before, and the musical results are breathtaking. This week, Israel Hour Radio looks at the Israeli music of Passover 2020, as well as the virtual collaborations that have made our current reality so much more tolerable (dare we say fun?) for Israeli music fans. We think you'll agree...each song is better than the last!

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If you were going into quarantine and could take only ONE Israeli CD (remember those?) with you, which would it be? That's the question we asked our Facebook group recently, and received some pretty fantastic and diverse answers spanning many genres of Israeli music. The details? Sure: Shlomo Artzi, Ethnix, Danny Robas, Rami Kleinstein, Mercedes Band, Arik Einstein, Ehud Banai, and many more! With such great music, you may actually ENJOY being in quarantine!

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