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Israel Hour Radio - Israeli Music Podcast

322 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 67 ratings

Want to create a stronger connection with the land of Israel? Israeli music will bring you closer to Israel than ever before. For more than 25 years, Josh Shron's Israel Hour Radio has presented the very best in Israeli music - with news, discussion and FUN in English! Tune in each week for a front row seat to the latest in Israeli culture, and connect with others who share your passion for Israel!

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Episode #1184: Musical Messages of Resilience

March 10, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

So often - especially throughout the current situation in Israel - Israeli music speaks directly to our hearts and evokes a wide range of emotions. This week we'll do the same...but in an overwhelmingly positive tone! Ready to smile? Hatikva 6, Moshe Peretz, Shlomi Shabbat, Lior Narkis, Mosh Ben Ari, Eden Ben Zaken, and many more will take you on a musical journey that's sure to lift your spirits just a bit during this difficult time. As one of our listeners said, 'I don't want this week's s...

Episode #1183: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1974

March 03, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 97 MB

Over the last several months, Israel Hour Radio has kept you up to date with the latest Israeli music, born of pain and pride during this time of war. It's reminiscent of another time of war - the Yom Kippur War of 1973. It began 50 years (nearly to the day) before the horrific attacks of October 7, 2023, and like our current conflict, Israel was taken by surprise on one of its most sacred days of the year. Israel suffered many losses during that war, and much of the music released the follo...

Episode #1182: Sing, Sing A Song

February 25, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MB

Clay Aiken once said: "A song can be more than words and music ... when sung with soul a song carries you to another world, to a place where no matter how much pain you feel, you are never alone." Well, in today's very painful world, so many in Israel and around the world have turned to singing to help ease the pain and bring people together. Ever since October 7th, the internet has been flooded with videos of communal singing, in which thousands of people filled up auditoriums, stadiums, or...

Episode #1181: From Meaningful To Mundane

February 18, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

What does Israeli music sound like today? A mix of everything. Some of it is sad, some of it hopeful, some of it patriotic. And some...is just back to normal. This week on Israel Hour Radio, you'll hear it all - from love songs to the country, to plain old love songs that could be recorded anytime. From painful songs about our hostages, to painful songs in memory of fallen Israeli soldiers. From classic Israeli songs heard in a whole new light, to classic Jewish texts reimagined. A meaningfu...

Episode #1180: Sad Music From My Happy Place

February 11, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MB

Ask Josh Shron about his 'happy place,' and he'll tell you: number one is on the beach in Tel Aviv, and number two is behind the control board at WRSU Studios in New Jersey. This week he comes to you from Happy Place 2 for the first time in six months, and you can just hear the excitement in his voice! Despite his joy, he also brings along a playlist of emotional songs about the 'matzav' (situation)...with new Israeli music mourning those we've lost, praying for those we miss, and celebratin...

Episode #1179: Saluting Our Men and Women In Green

January 28, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

We've focused on the victims, we've focused on the survivors...but how about a show dedicated to the soldiers? The men and women of the IDF are putting their lives on the line each and every day, fighting on the front lines or behind the scenes. They are all true HEROES, defending our right to exist! This week, Israel Hour Radio salutes our chayalim during this time of war, with positive, uplifting songs of strength, heroism, patriotism, and dedication. You'll emerge from the hour with a hei...

Episode #1178: Musical Therapy

January 21, 2024 16:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MB

Music is amazing. It can raise you up or knock you down with just a few well-placed notes or lyrics. And somehow, the music in Israel since October 7 has been able to take us on all kinds of highs and lows. Each week, we at Israel Hour Radio have taken you on a musical roller-coaster ride, throwing your emotions into overdrive. But this week, just by coincidence, it seems we have more uplifting songs than we've had in a while. And despite the pain, we have plenty of good reasons to be optimi...

Episode #1177: One Hundred Days

January 14, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MB

It's been more than 100 days. 100 agonizing days of darkness. Of heartbreak. Of pain. 100 days of despair. The world recently marked 100 days since the horrific events of October 7, with special emphasis on the hostages that remain in Hamas captivity. This is a milestone we never imagined we'd reach. As painful as it is to think about the plight of these beautiful men, women, and children, it's so important for us to keep them in our hearts and minds every single day. So this week on Israel ...

Episode #1176: New Year, Old 'Matzav'

January 07, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

It's our first show of 2024 - but despite the new year, the 'matzav' (situation) drags on. We're still at war, we're still awaiting the return of our hostages, we're still grieving what we lost on October 7 and its aftermath. Thankfully, new Israeli music helps unite us, reminding us constantly of what we're fighting for. This week, more new music to depress, inspire, frustrate, uplift, move, and reassure you, connecting you to the vibe of today's Israel as nothing else can. Plus - we wish a...

Episode #1175: The Year in Israeli Music 2023

December 31, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MB

Yes, it's become the year many of us would like to forget. But as 2023 comes to a close, we take an hour to reminisce about the songs released in the blissful days before the world turned upside down. Radio stations in Israel radically changed their playlists after the tragic events of October 7, but for nine months prior, they played innocent, fun, upbeat songs, blaring on radios throughout the country. This week, we count down the songs that received the most airplay on Israeli radio throu...

Episode #1174: Ups and Downs

December 24, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

It's been more than 80 days since the horrors of October 7th, and the healing process still has a very long way to go. There are more than 100 hostages hidden somewhere (presumably) beneath Gaza, we learn daily of more fallen Israeli soldiers, and yes, we still are a very pained nation. Can music help us heal? You tell us. This week, many of the songs are as depressing as can be...but maybe that's exactly what we need to help us move forward. We continue to look at the music of Operation Swo...

Episode #1173: Our Hope Is Not Yet Lost

December 17, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

War, sadness, death, hostages, casualties...as Operation Swords of Iron continues, the news isn't getting any easier to digest. But as usual, music helps us cope - and Israeli music seems to be a bit more upbeat, optimistic, and positive over the past few weeks. The roller coaster ride of emotions continues this week on Israel Hour Radio, but this time, the brand new music you'll hear is generally more positive than it has been lately. It's all about perspective and mindset. Sure, this 'feel...

Episode #1172: Banishing The Darkness

December 10, 2023 16:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MB

Chanukah 5784 is here - perhaps the most meaningful Chanukah in our lifetimes. With Israel at war and antisemitism rising around the world, the Chanukah story is as relevant as ever. Can we truly celebrate during these dark times? We think there's no better time to spread the light of Chanukah to banish the darkness. So this week, a little musical 'comfort food' as we celebrate Chanukah the way it's meant to be celebrated - with songs of light, candles, dreidels, latkes, sufganiyot, and more...

Episode #1170: An Emotional Roller Coaster

November 26, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MB

Ever since Operation Swords of Iron began, the situation has pulled our hearts and emotions in a gazillion different directions. On one hand, we're mourning the massive loss of life on October 7, and are worried sick about our hostages. On the other hand, we are bursting with pride for the brave IDF soldiers fighting for our freedom. Many Israelis are finding their spiritual voices, some for the very first time. Add the euphoria of some of the hostages coming home, and you suddenly find your...

Episode #1169: Think Positive

November 19, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 84.1 MB

For most of us who care about Israel, the past few weeks have been a roller coaster, to say the least. One minute we're deeply depressed, the next we're uplifted by the bravery and courage of the IDF. Along the way, we've probably felt every emotion in between. That's been the vibe in Israel ever since October 7, and that's been the theme of the music we've played over the past few weeks. This week, however, we thought it would be nice to focus on the positive, just for a bit. So with your h...

Episode #1168: Songs of Pain, Songs of Pride

November 12, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

When the world is against us...when no one seems to understand who the 'good guys' and 'bad guys' are...when you're feeling a sense of despair, loss, and helplessness...that's when our community can do the most good. Here you're among people who GET you. You're with people who share your values. A warm community whose members are going through the same whirlwind of emotions as you are. Tune in to the podcast, and feel like you're at home - with songs of pride, songs of pain, and songs of uni...

Episode #1167: Music Helps Us Cope

November 05, 2023 16:00 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MB

30 days since the 'Black Shabbat' of October 7, 2023, and it's not getting any easier. The images continue to haunt us, the hostage crisis continues to infuriate us, and the soldiers continue to inspire us. But as usual, music is there to unite us. Yes, the songs can be painful, heart-wrenching, and emotional, but they connect us to Eretz Yisrael and Am Yisrael in a very powerful and meaningful way. This week, we present more songs inspired by the events surrounding Operation Swords of Iron,...

Episode #1166: A Musical Hug

October 29, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MB

As Operation Swords of Iron enters its fourth week, Israel's artists continue to work overtime to boost morale in the country. Some perform in hospitals for injured soldiers, some perform on army bases, some perform online for fans around the world. But in the midst of it all, they also release new songs to help us cope with this very uncertain time - and we couldn't be more grateful. Their new songs will make you cry, make you think, and make you proud to be a supporter of the State of Isra...

Episode #1165: Melodies of War

October 22, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 79.6 MB

Israel's musical community is amazing. When tragedy strikes in Israel, they are always there to help us cope with the grief. So as Israel's war against Hamas continues, Israel's top musical artists have sprung into action. This past week, some of our favorite artists released an impressive selection of songs to capture - and elevate - the somber mood of the country. These emotional songs will make you cry, inspire you, and fill you with pride during this difficult time. While the songs thems...

Episode #1164: Together We Will Win

October 15, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MB

We return to you this week with very mixed emotions. On one hand, it's Josh's first show since making Aliyah, and he's thrilled to be back. On the other hand, Israel is at war - one that threatens its very survival. It's been a VERY rough week in Israel to say the least, and at the very least, we could all use a 'musical hug'. Join Josh on his very first broadcast from his home studio in Israel, as he shares the music he's been hearing on the radio this week along with your song requests. He...

Episode #1163: Have a Good Trip!

August 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MB

Welcome to August Chagigot 2023! Each week during the month of August, we devote an episode of Israel Hour Radio to a particular topic in Israeli music, and with your help, create a playlist of songs about that topic. With only three more live shows to go before Josh makes Aliyah, we thought it would be fun to kick things off this year with a 'Chagigat Shirei Nesiya' - a celebration of songs about travel. Sometimes the journey is as exciting as the destination, and these songs will help tran...

Episode #1162: Seasons of Love

July 30, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Just a few days after Tisha B'av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, Jewish tradition offers a fun season of love. Tu B'av, a holiday on which Jewish women traditionally would come out and look for mates, has become something of a Jewish Valentine's Day. It's also the perfect time to devote an episode of Israel Hour Radio to the best Israeli love songs of all time. Who doesn't love a good, cheesy love song? We're playing all of your favorites old and new, so hold on to this episode for ...

Episode #1160: New Israeli Music - June 2023

July 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

Summer is here, and the Israeli music is getting HOT! The stars are out this week, all competing to become THE 'go-to' song of summer 2023. Competing for the title? Artists like Hatikva 6, Stephane Legar, Omer Adam, Noa, Netta, Narkis, Nunu, and many more! These are the songs that will be ALL OVER Israel this summer, blaring at the beach, the pool, the cafe, and in your earbuds all summer long! Your next favorite Israeli song is waiting! Looking for music to make your summer sizzle? Start he...

Episode #1159: Remembering Yehonatan Geffen

June 25, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

On April 19, 2023, the Israeli music world lost one of its most creative and accomplished minds, as poet and lyricist Yehonatan Geffen passed away at age 76. Yehonatan was responsible for some of the most famous Israeli songs ever written, with classic Israeli songs for adults and children alike. As Israel Radio's Benny Dudkevitch commented, 'Israel grew up on his songs.' This week on Israel Hour Radio, we feature many of Yehonatan Geffen's most popular songs, sung by artists like Miri Mesik...

Episode #1158: My Israeli Playlist - Breandan Ward

June 18, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Our listeners pick their favorite Israeli songs! This time, we're pleased to introduce you to Breandan Ward of London, who has a very interesting Israeli music journey to share! Breandan grew up on a dairy farm in Ireland and moved to London after college where he worked in investment banking for 10 years before later moving to New York. His first encounter with Hebrew and Judaism happened when he met Israelis during a backpacking trip to Australia in 2002, around the same time as he started...

Episode #1157: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1998

June 11, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MB

Seems like just yesterday to some, but 1998 was 25 years ago. It was the year Google was founded, 'Titanic' was a hit in theaters, and Monica Lewinsky was a household name. But what songs were playing on Israeli radios 25 years ago? This week, we set the dials on our Israeli Music Time Machine to 1998, and play some of Israel's biggest songs of the year. You'll hear songs by Eyal Golan, Ethnix, and Ben Artzi (who was HUGE that year), and a little song by Dana International...that made intern...

Episode #1155: New Israeli Music - May 2023

May 28, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

In our weeks-long celebration of Israel's 75th, we neglected to keep you up-to-date with the amazing NEW music coming out of Israel. It's time to correct that injustice right now! This week, Israel Hour Radio proudly presents a countdown of the top 15 songs of the week, based on the songs that received the most airplay in Israel this past week. And what a list it is! You'll hear new tunes by Static, Netta Barzilai, Keren Peles, Hanan Ben Ari, a beautiful song by Aviv Geffen in memory of his ...

Episode #1154: 75 Greatest Israeli Songs of All Time (Part II)

May 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

What's your favorite Israeli song of all time? Last week, we brought you part one of the results from Kan Gimmel radio's recent countdown of listeners' favorites, and today, we're proud to bring you part two. Each song is a classic, each instantly recognizable, and most are very singable! In honor of Israel's 75th, enjoy this exciting countdown of the most popular Hebrew songs of all time - counting down all the way to number one! What do you think of the results? Be sure to let us know! (Or...

Episode #1153: 75 Greatest Israeli Songs of All Time (Part I)

May 07, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MB

Could you compile a list of your favorite Israeli songs of all time? Not so easy, right? Well, in honor of Israel's 75th, Kan Gimmel radio recently asked listeners to do just that - to vote for their favorite Israeli songs of all time. On Yom Ha'atzmaut 2023, they counted down the top 75 live on the radio, and we think you'd enjoy hearing some of the results. So this week, we're kicking off two weeks of the greatest Israeli songs of all time, as chosen by Kan Gimmel listeners. Any prediction...

Episode #1152: Happy 75th Birthday, Israel!

April 23, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 90 MB

Israel's 75th birthday is finally here, and it's time to kick back and CELEBRATE the miracle and the magic of the modern State of Israel. And if you ask us, there's no better way to celebrate than by listening to uplifting, inspirational, and FUN Israeli music! This week, we kick off our celebration of Israel's 75th with songs marking this exciting milestone in the history of the country. Most of the songs are brand new, and they're all powerful and uplifting. Join us for a star-spangled mus...

Episode #1151: Your Perfect Passover Playlist 2023

April 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

Chag Sameach! The holiday of Passover is here to remind us of the blessing of freedom...bringing with it some darn good music. The songs of the seder are simply legendary, with melodies that just about everyone knows and loves. But when your favorite Israeli singers bring their own unique styles to these beloved melodies, the result is beautiful and inspirational. Grab a slice of matzah or a macaroon, tune in this week for your favorite songs of the season, and get ready to sing along! (Orig...

Episode #1156: For Women, By Women

March 12, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 88 MB

Who runs the world? Girls, of course. As we catch up on a few podcasts that aired on the radio but not published online, here's a great episode from March 2023 in celebration of International Women's Day. We're turning up the volume and spotlighting the empowering sounds of Israeli music created for women, by women. Join us as we groove to 'girl-power' anthems, heartfelt ballads, and infectious beats, while honoring the incredible contributions these leading ladies have made to the Israeli m...

Episode #1150: The Family That Sings Together

February 26, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MB

Mother’s Day? Father’s Day? They're nice and all, but we can do better. Around the year 2000, it was decided that Yom HaMishpacha - Family Day - would be celebrated in Israel on the 30th of Shevat. Ever since, Israelis enjoy the day as an opportunity to celebrate our beautiful families. In honor of the occasion, we've put together a fun playlist of family collaborations in Israeli music. Husbands and wives, parents and children, an aunt and nephew, siblings, cousins...it's all here this week...

Episode #1149: My Israeli Playlist - Allison Rusgo

February 19, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MB

Our listeners share their favorite Israeli songs...and this time, we're pleased to welcome Allison Rusgo to the Israel Hour Radio studios! Allison lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she works as a university professor. She was born in Manhattan but grew up in Charlotte, NC after moving there with her family in the early 1990s. Allison attended Camp Judaea (CJ) in Hendersonville, NC for many summers as a camper and staff member, where she developed a strong connection to Eretz Yisrael ...

Episode #1148: Music Just Sounds Better In Israel

February 12, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 87 MB

Just a week in Israel. Sometimes it's all you need to recharge your batteries and fall in love with the country all over again. Josh is back from a week in Israel, and is so excited to share the music he heard along the way. Is there anything special, meaningful, or inspirational about the playlist? No, not at all. But when you're sitting in a restaurant in Israel, and a song you love comes on...there's just nothing like it. Come along on the journey with us this week, and tell us...what's y...

Episode #1147: New Israeli Music - December / January

January 29, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

If you want to connect to Israel, you need to connect to its thriving culture. We can help! Join us this week for a look into the new Israeli music of the past two months. And wow, what a line-up! Hanan Ben Ari, Noa Kirel, Ninet Tayeb, Harel Skaat, Omer Adam, Narkis, and many, many more. Enjoy this upbeat playlist, jam-packed with brand new tunes from the most popular Israeli singers of 2023! (Original Air Date: January 29, 2023) Full playlist at https://www.myisraelimusic.com/episode1147 ...

Episode #1146: Israeli Music Time Machine - 2013

January 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.1 MB

Was 2013 actually TEN years ago? Crazy but true. It was the year of the Boston Marathon bombing, the 90th birthday of Shimon Peres, the passing of Arik Einstein...and Miley Cyrus teaching us how to 'twerk' on MTV. In music, however, Israelis were listening to Nathan Goshen, Keren Peles, Elai Botner, Idan Amedi, and many more. Join us as we take a musical trip back in time, and re-live the moments that made us smile, cry, and connect to Israel from ten years ago. (Original Air Date: January 2...

Episode #1145: My Israeli Playlist - Leeaht Guzi

January 08, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 94 MB

Our listeners pick their favorite Israeli songs! This time, we'll meet Leeaht Guzi, who has put together an amazing playlist for your listening pleasure. Leeaht lives in Washington DC with her husband, Amir, moving there after completing her Masters in Government in Israel. She works at a nuclear innovation startup as Director of External Affairs. Growing up with Israeli parents in California, Leeaht spent her summers with her grandparents in the suburbs of Haifa, which cultivated a lifelong...

Episode #1144: Israeli Music 2022 Retrospective

January 01, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

Happy New Year! 2022 was another great year for Israeli music. Recorded on the very first day of 2023, this week's podcast looks back at the very best of the past 12 months. What were the biggest musical stories? Who were the breakout stars of the year? What songs can't you get out of your head? We'll explore all that and more this week on Israel Hour Radio. But tell us...what were YOUR memorable musical moments of 2022? (Original Air Date: January 1, 2023) Full playlist at https://www.myis...

Episode #1143: Remembering Yitzchak Klepter

December 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MB

The Israeli music world is still reeling from the loss of Yitzchak Klepter: composer, singer, and a *mean* guitarist. Most of us know his name very well from his time in the legendary 'Kaveret' ('Yo Ya', anyone?), but that just scratches the surface. Klepter was responsible for so much of the Israeli music we know and love, behind hit songs for Gidi Gov, Gali Atari, Arik Einstein and many others. Yitzchak Klepter passed away on December 8, 2022 at age 72, and we think you'll be surprised by ...

Episode #1142: New Israeli Music - November 2022

December 11, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

It's that time again...time to look back at the biggest and best new Israeli songs of the month. November 2022 certainly didn't disappoint! This month, we feature new Israeli music by some of your favorites - including TWO new songs from Idan Raichel (one is a collab with Omer Adam!), a duet from Shlomo Artzi and Keren Peles, a Gidi Gov interpretation of a Randy Newman song, plus new tunes from the Shalva Band, Roni Dalumi, Benaia Barabi, and many more! (Original Air Date: December 11, 2022)...

Episode #1141: My Israeli Playlist - Jason Hecht

December 04, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Meet Jason Hecht: avid Israeli dancer, pinball fanatic, and all-around fun guy. He's also a very active member of our Israeli Music Community, and jumped at the chance to present a playlist of his all-time favorite songs on Israel Hour Radio! Most of Jason's song choices are inspired by Israeli dances he's learned throughout his life, and his playlist is colored by the many stories that are a part of his musical journey. Join Josh and Jason for a joyous hour with a jolly playlist! (Original ...

Episode #1140: Grateful For Yann Selka

November 27, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 88 MB

Did you know that gratitude is good for your health? Studies show that people who practice daily gratitude tend to be healthier, spend less time in hospitals, and exercise more. Do you get the same benefits if you listen to SONGS of gratitude? Let's find out with this special Thanksgiving-inspired playlist. In this episode, we also speak with Yann Selka, an insanely-talented YouTuber who brings creativity, humor, and so much more to Israeli music. If you didn't know his name before, you'll b...

Episode #1139: All I Have To Do Is Dream

November 20, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MB

On November 20, 1977, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat touched down in Israel and addressed the Knesset. To many, this day marked the beginnings of the fulfillment of a dream... the dream of peace in the Middle East. 45 years later, that dream has come even closer to fruition, with several other Arab countries now enjoying normalization with the State of Israel. To mark this historic anniversary, Israel Hour Radio presents an hour of songs about dreams. Can Israeli music make your dreams come ...

Episode #1138: Israeli Music Time Machine - 1999

November 13, 2022 15:00 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB

Ready to party like it's 1999? Israel Hour Radio takes you back to a year that saw the invention of Napster, the Euro, Spongebob, Bluetooth, and fears of Y2K. But in Israeli music, we were much more interested in Sarit Hadad, Rita, Shlomo Artzi, and Eyal Golan. Let's take a trip back to 1999 in the Israeli Music Time Machine, and explore the most popular Israeli music of the final year of the decade, century, and millennium! What are your memories from 1999? (Original Air Date: November 13, ...

Episode #1137: The Magic of Idan Raichel

November 06, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 89.2 MB

We recently had the exciting opportunity to sit down with Idan Raichel, one of the most successful and beloved artists in Israel for the past 20 years. We asked him about his life, his experiences during Coronavirus, his submission for the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest, and of course, the making of 'Shevet Achim VaAchayot'. This week, you'll hear our exclusive interview with Idan Raichel, accompanied by some of the great songs he's written for himself, his 'Project', and for other popular Isr...

Episode #1136: New Israeli Music - September/October 2022

October 30, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MB

Amidst the Jewish holidays and Israel's latest round of political campaigning, the Jewish State still managed to find time to release some exceptional musical entertainment! This week, your favorite Israeli music podcast presents the best new Israeli songs of September and October 2022, with a long list of your favorite singers. Should we drop a few names? Oh, ok...how about Harel Skaat, Narkis, Ethnix, Jane Bordeaux, Ivri Lider, Noa Kirel, and so many more. Plus - do you need to have a good...

Episode #1135: A Season of New Beginnings

October 23, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

In a song we play every year, Ofra Haza sang, 'After the holidays, everything starts again'. So as the Jewish holiday season has come and gone for 5783, we are feeling optimistic for the year ahead. And we're not the only ones...Israel's musicians love to sing about new beginnings and the opportunity to start over. So this week, Israel Hour Radio presents an hour of songs of rebirth, renewal, rejuvenation and reset. Perhaps these positive songs will prompt you to start that thing you've been...

Episode #1134: Happiness = Hanan

October 16, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.3 MB

Recorded during Sukkot 5782, a holiday nicknamed 'Zman Simchateinu' (the time of our joy), this podcast is guaranteed to put a smile on your face, or your money back. First, we're playing songs about happiness, joy, smiling, celebration, and fun. Then - and this is BIG - we're bringing you an exclusive interview with Hanan Ben Ari, telling us about his creative process, his life and career, his upcoming USA tour, and much more! Want to skip directly to the interview? It starts at 17:37. Need...

Episode #1133: Israeli Music 5782 - Part II

October 09, 2022 15:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Our look back into the best Israeli music of the past Jewish year continues! Last week, we shared the most popular Israeli songs of the year as voted on by Galgalatz listeners. But those aren't necessarily the songs that received the most radio airplay overall! This week, we take a look at the Hebrew songs that were heard most often on all radio stations in Israel in 5782...and the results may surprise you! (Original Air Date: October 9, 2022) Full playlist at https://www.myisraelimusic.com...