Music
A Metallica tribute band tribute fills Tel Aviv's international music void
Between the thunderous guitars and drums, abetted by the full orchestra, the sound was thunderous and could sometimes be physically felt like sound waves passing through the chest cavity.
America’s final four states through Israeli eyes - comment
Jerusalem highlights: May 29-June 4
Israel’s Wine Festival begins next week
Arab-Jewish youth orchestra builds a unifying ‘East-West’ sound together
The program brings youth orchestras from across the country, training young musicians to carry forward a musical language of fusion that has been developed over years.
The simple hobby that may keep the brain sharp even in old age
A new study has found that playing a musical instrument is linked to improvement in memory and thinking skills and may reduce the risk of cognitive decline over the years.
The lost Leonard Cohen concerts in Israel may finally see the light of day
A court ruling could clear the way for the release of Leonard Cohen’s long-hidden Israel concerts and archives.
Spotify declines to take down rap song cited for antisemitic conspiracy claims
Spotify rejected a request by the International Legal Forum to remove Chris Webby’s song Raw Thoughts VII, which the ILF said contained antisemitic tropes.
Mysticism meets melody in Eduard Shyfrin’s ‘Red Blues’
Drawing on Kabbalistic ideas, Shyfrin’s newest single turns spiritual reflection into music.
Noam Bettan meets with President Isaac Herzog after winning second place at Eurovision
Bettan had won second place at Eurovision, despite demonstrations against Israel, boos, and pro-Palestinian placard and flag bearers, thus bringing pride and glory to Israel and a huge career boost.
Louder than noise: Noam Bettan let music, not politics, define his performance - editorial
Israelis can take pride in Bettan, who represented the country with professionalism and restraint, blocking out all the outside noise to deliver a stellar performance.
Noam Bettan takes second place at Eurovision, Switzerland to release Mengele files
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
Music, food and an open skyline: Kav Rakia returns under the stars
Berry Sakharof, Ishay Ribo and more return for the sixth season of Kav Rakia, featuring a new culinary experience by Moshik Roth and special benefits for American Express customers.
Israel’s Noam Bettan takes second place in Eurovision 2026, Bulgaria wins
The winning song was "Bangaranga" by DARA from Bulgaria, and "Choke Me" by Alexandra Căpitănescu came in third place.
