Music

Israel will take part in the first Eurovision semifinal, EBU announces

This year’s Eurovision contest will take place in Austria in May, with the semifinals set for May 12 and May 14 and the finals on May 16.

ISRAEL HAS been singled out as no country ever has been before at Eurovision. Here, viewers cheer as they watch this year’s Eurovision Song Contest finals being screened at a community center in Tel Aviv, in May.
BOB WEIR poses at the red carpet during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, US, February 2, 2025.

Bob Weir: Eternal kid who became the sage that kept the Dead alive

David Brinn at the drums.

David Brinn, The Jerusalem Post's drummer

BOB WEIR poses at the red carpet during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, US, February 2, 2025.

Rock musician Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder, passes away 78


'Right to Listen' launches in Israel, framing listening as an active force for change

US. based Nonprofit LOV. Foundation Launches Right to Listen in Partnership with Tel Aviv University.

'Right to Listen' launches in Israel

Ayalim’s Halutz 33 unveils packed January lineup to boost culture in Beersheba

The Old City venue will host Shem-Tov Levi, Rona Kenan, Yehali Sobol and more throughout January 2026, as part of Ayalim’s push to strengthen cultural life in the Negev.

Ayalim’s Halutz 33 unveils packed January lineup to boost culture in Beersheba.

Israeli artists build bridges at Xavier University, Nation’s only Catholic HBCU

“The fact that I am singing not in English but in an African language resonates with the students and helps propel them on their own quest, ” the artists explain.

Israeli artists Neta Elkayam and Amit Hai Cohen are partners in life and in music.

From burden to bridge: How Jewish music is reopening Germany’s cultural soul

Across Germany, Jewish music becomes a living answer to Holocaust memory and post–Oct. 7 antisemitism, one concert at a time.

 People attend the rally "Against terror and antisemitism! Solidarity with Israel" organised by Germany's Central Council of Jews, political parties, unions and civil society, at Brandenburg Gate, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Berlin, Germany.

Taylor Swift leads charts as Israel's favorite artist, album, song of 2025

The top 20 songs featured artists such as Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, K-Pop Demon Hunters, and Olivia Dean, who was also voted by Israelis as the breakout artist of 2025.

A general view of a Nashville area Starbucks that has been transformed into a Starbies pop up celebrating the release of Taylor Swift's new album "The Life Of A Showgirl" on October 03, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Beyoncé claims billionaire crown after record-breaking concert tour

The Cowboy Carter Tour grossed more than $400 million in ticket sales alone, according to Pollstar, and a further $50 million in merchandise sold at the shows, according to Forbes

Beyonce attends the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

'Inner core of love': Hostage survivor Matan Angrest joins Ishay Ribo on stage in NYC - opinion

Former hostage Matan Angrest stood on the stage next to Ishay Ribo and chose the song “Tocho Ratzuf Ahava” (Its Inner Core Is Filled With Love), a song about love of God, and about God’s love for us.

Former hostage Matan Angrest sings with Ishay Ribo on stage in NYC

Boundless Bach at the 12th rollout of the Jerusalem Piano Festival

The 'Bach for Two and Three Pianos' concert makes for one helluva evening’s entertainment, but Shapira takes the presentation offering and listening experience a step or two further.

Ronen Shapira adapts his Cultural Piano to numerous genres and styles.

Kennedy Center demands $1M in damages from musician after canceled Christmas performance - AP

The cancellation followed the White House’s decision last week to rename the center in honor of US President Donald Trump, the Associated Press reported on Friday.

The newly added lettering for US President Donald Trump's name is displayed at the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, US, December 19, 2025

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Bar Rose's most recent albums bring complex instrumentation to the forefront

For anyone who resonates with classic textures, rich arrangements, and laid-back groove, Bar Rose’s music will immediately hit home.

BAR ROSE