Israel Hour Radio - Israeli Music Podcast

May 2021 was an interesting month in Israel, full of highs and lows. It began with a general feeling of hope, with most Coronavirus restrictions lifted and life getting back to normal. However, the celebratory mood quickly turned to one of fear, with 4,000 rockets raining down on Israeli cities. Israelis left the streets once again and huddled in bomb shelters. Once that was over, frustration...as...

WELCOME TO THE SUMMER OF '21...and by nearly all accounts, it's expected to be a heck of a lot better than the summer of '20! Coronavirus is slowly fading into obscurity (we hope!), the world is opening up again, and it's a great time to get back to the beach! We'll help you do just that this week on Israel Hour Radio, with a fun collection of Israeli songs about the ocean, the beach, the sun, and...

In the aftermath of Israel's latest flare up with Hamas in Gaza, Jews everywhere have seen an ugly escalation of anti-Semitism around the world. As we remain vigilant and stand up against hate and intolerance, we also pray for peace. It just so happens that Israelis have been yearning for peace since the founding of the state, and apparently, like to sing about it. You'll hear some of our favorite...

To say the least, it's been a tense week for Israel. Our brothers and sisters are under constant threat of rocket fire, and many have spent several days huddled in bomb shelters. Throughout it all, the brave men and women of the IDF have done their best to keep our nation safe. Today, we thank them through music - offering prayers, praise, hope, and gratitude. It's our way of giving a virtual 'hug...

Shiri Maimon...Omer Adam...Eden Ben Zaken...Ninet Tayeb...just some of the big names who released new Israeli music during the month of April. We consider it our responsibility to keep you current on new Hebrew songs, and we're proud to help you connect with the State of Israel by sharing an incredible playlist this week. What's hot on Israeli radio right now? Tune in and find out! (Original Air D...

This past Yom HaAtzma'ut, Galgalatz radio in Israel asked listeners and some of our favorite singers the following question: In your opinion, what Hebrew song is 'the most Israeli'? What song exemplifies the Israeli experience? What song is as 'Israeli' as they come? The answers are interesting and diverse, and you're sure to have a great time singing along to the songs they chose. Do YOU have a b...

Yes, we know it’s the end of April. But with Passover, Yom Ha’atzma’ut, etc. in the way, we never took the time to explore the best new Israeli songs that came out in March 2021 – and there are some GREAT ones! Better late than never, right? These songs are too good to ignore, and we just HAD to get them on the podcast! Join us for an hour of Israeli music by some of your favorite artists – with h...

We’re not ready to end our celebration of Yom Ha’atzmaut just yet! We’ve received such positive feedback for our week-long celebration of Israel’s 73rd birthday on Facebook that we decided to recap this amazing week in podcast form. Enjoy highlights from a week's worth of Yom Ha'atzma'ut shows, with your favorite Israeli music to celebrate Eretz Yisrael! You'll also hear brand new music for Israel...

Happy 73rd Birthday, Israel! We're kicking off this year's Yom Ha'atzma'ut festivities with a selection of inspirational, joyful, FUN songs about the things we love about Israel - and even a few things we love a little less! Sure, we celebrate Israel every week on this podcast. But this time of year, we feel so proud of the Blue and White, and want to shout our love from the rooftops! Let this ama...

It's official: the pandemic is over in Israel. Well, sort of. With most of Israel's adult population vaccinated, live entertainment and culture are back, and we couldn't be happier. But this past year will certainly go down in history as one of the most interesting in history. What songs kept Israelis upbeat and unified throughout the pandemic? This week, Israel Hour Radio looks back at the top 10...

Welcome to Pesach 2021 – Israeli style! As you’re cooking, cleaning, preparing, and starting to tear your hair out, allow us to help you relax and unwind with your favorite Israeli music for Passover. We’re also proud to feature much of the amazing music from last year’s Pesach celebration...by all accounts, one of the most musically-creative years ever! With Coronavirus still very much a part of...

Let’s keep the International Women's Day celebration going, shall we? Today on Israel Hour Radio, we’re featuring your favorite Hebrew 'girl power' songs...Israeli songs for women, by women, about women. This year, International Women's Day has taken on new significance, as domestic violence has risen sharply due to the pandemic. In its own special way, however, music has come to the rescue. You’l...

It’s that time again...time to look back at the best Israeli musical memories of the past month. February certainly did not disappoint! The Israeli music industry released some incredible music in February 2021 – with new tunes by Harel Skaat, Ishay Ribo, Jane Bordeaux, Eyal Golan, Lior Narkis, and many more! What's your favorite Israeli song of the past 30 days? (Original Air Date: 3/7/21) Full p...

Ready for PURIM? For better or for worse, this most joyous day on the Jewish calendar has long been associated with drinking, frivolity, and merriment. To help get ready, we asked the community for their favorite Israeli songs about DRINKING...and as usual, the community sure came through! Enjoy an hour of good, stupid fun as you prepare for the FUNNEST day of the year with Hebrew songs about alco...

Last week we presented songs about singing...this week, songs about DANCING! You'll hear fun, upbeat songs from all time periods, with great tunes (all listener-requested!) by David Broza, Jane Bordeaux, Itay Levy, Idan Amedi, Tzvika Pick, Ivri Lider, and many more! Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an hour of incredible music, sure to lift your spirits and get you MOVING! (Original Air Da...

The power of music. It can transport you to another place, instantly boost your mood, or evoke strong feelings of every emotion. Nearly every single week since 1976, Israel Hour Radio has been on the air celebrating the MUSIC of Israel. Today we celebrate Israeli music...about music! Enjoy an hour of Israeli songs about singing, music, songs and more, by all your favorite artists...guaranteed to p...

It’s our last show in January…the perfect time to look back at the best new Israeli music of the month. Catch up on all the new Israeli music you may have missed! What’s new? How about brand new music from Miri Mesika, Idan Raichel, Rotem Cohen, Ivri Lider, and even Shlomo Artzi! Plus – Israel’s official entry to Eurovision 2021, and much more! (Original Air Date: 1/31/21) Full playlist at https:/...

Happy Tu BiShvat! The annual 'birthday of the trees' is the perfect time to reflect on the LAND of Israel. Long before it was cool to be an environmentalist, Israelis were singing about the environment. From the earliest days of the state, agriculture has been an integral part of Israeli society, and there’s no shortage of songs about trees, fruit, agriculture, nature, and our beloved homeland. Th...

It's been ten long months since the lights of Broadway went dark due to Coronavirus. In Israel and around the world, live theater has been on hold, and those who are involved in the production of live events are out of work. So this week, we salute all of the men and women who bring us our favorite shows, while presenting your favorite Broadway memories in Hebrew! You'll hear selections from all o...

What's your favorite Israeli song for kids? A few weeks back, Galgalatz radio asked listeners to vote for their favorite songs from 40 years of the Festigal, the annual Israeli Children's Song Festival. This week, we're playing back the top 13 songs from their countdown. You may be hearing many of them for the first time, but they're all fun, they're all high-energy, and they're all Israeli. Let u...

Happy New Year! Israel Hour radio is back for 2021...with a look back at the best new Israeli music of December 2020! Israeli Radio has been hot with incredible new releases from many of your favorite Israeli singers, including Rami Kleinstein, Static and Ben-El, the red-hot Raviv Kaner, Omer Adam and many others! Plus - new music from this year's Festigal, and a very strange collaboration from Ed...

Israeli TV is HOT these days...not just among those who love and care about Israel, but among people from all walks of life, around the world. Today on Israel Hour Radio, we feature the great music from these great shows, sure to make you think of some of the Israeli TV memories you love. From 'Srugim' to 'Shtisel', from 'Fauda' to 'When Heroes Fly'...we'll cover them all on today's show. Perhaps...

Israeli recently celebrated Yom HaAliyah - a national holiday celebrating those who have immigrated to Israel from around the world. Today on Israel Hour Radio, we salute those who have "come home", with great Israeli songs celebrating Aliyah, Hebrew, and living in Israel! You'll hear some amazing, patriotic songs by Sarit Hadad, Ilanit, Hatikva 6, Ofra Haza and many more! Do you have an 'aliyah s...

It's our first Sunday episode in a few weeks, and we've got a lot of catching up to do! Enjoy this celebration of the very latest in Israeli culture, with brand new songs by Omer Adam, Harel Skaat, Roni Dalumi, Shlomi Shabbat, Moshe Peretz, and many more...including an AMAZING tribute to the late Arik Einstein z"l! These songs are kind of a big deal in Israel, so don't miss your chance to hear the...

This week, we continue a long-standing Israel Hour Radio tradition. On the first show of the Jewish year, we count down the top Israeli songs of the previous year - and today’s the day! Join us for a look back at the Israeli music that shaped 5780, as selected by listeners of Galgalatz radio in Israel. It may have been a year unlike any other, but the music was still as good (and plentiful) as eve...