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Yaakov Shwekey. Photo: Facebook
September 24, 2021, 10:22 am
A concert to lift everyone’s spirits
Jewish American singer Yaakov Shwekey will perform an exclusive online concert for Australian audiences this Sunday night.
By AJN STAFF
September 19, 2021, 1:30 pm
Prayer strikes universal chord
Award-winning singer Lior enjoyed success with his concert based on the Avinu Malkeinu hymn, while during lockdown he started work on a new project around Kristallnacht.
By Danny Gocs
Michael and Brian Nebenzahl at Playbill's 60th Anniversary event at The Hordern Pavilion. Photo: Supplied
September 17, 2021, 11:12 am
Remembering an icon of the arts
Seen a musical or stage show? Chances are you’ve read a Playbill program. Sadly, Brian Nebenzahl, the man behind Playbill - Australia’s leading performing arts program publishers and merchandise operators - has passed away.
By Jessica Abelsohn
September 14, 2021, 9:15 am
In first position
Hilary Kaplan is one of three Australian dance teachers and examiners to have received one of the most prestigious awards in the industry.
By Sophie Deutsch
Ben Adler and Paul Khodor from Chutney Unplugged, recording Avini Malkeinu
September 13, 2021, 1:44 pm
Bringing people hope
The musicians from klezmer fusion band, Chutney, have always had music running through their veins. Now, Chutney Unplugged - a spin-off project from the main band - is bringing their latest arrangement to the community.
By AJN STAFF
September 12, 2021, 10:00 am
Stronger and louder together
A new Spotify playlist promises to have you grooving along, as you listen to the favourites of some of our most decorated musical artists.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Ed Sheeran Photo: Yakub88/Dreamstime.com
September 3, 2021, 9:30 am
Ed Sheeran honours Michael Gudinski
Ed Sheeran releases Visiting Hours, a song penned about Michael Gudinski, and dedicates his latest album to his friend and mentor.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Jewish and Hollywood royalty Barbra Streisand performing in Tel Aviv. Photo: Flash90
August 29, 2021, 6:00 am
Streisand takes aim on Sunday Project
Legendary Jewish singer and actor takes aim at arguably two of the biggest starlets of the modern era, Beyonce and Lady Gaga.
By AJN STAFF
Pianist Miriam Rotblat won the major prize at last year's Showcase.
August 20, 2021, 9:30 am
Showcasing Victoria’s talent
This year's BBVic Showcase is one not to be missed.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 19, 2021, 5:00 am
La vie Française
Lara Goodridge picked up her first violin at age three and a half, and she's never looked back. Now, together with her partner in crime, Abby Dobson, the duo known as Baby et Lulu is releasing its third studio album.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Kiss' Gene Simmons.
August 16, 2021, 6:00 am
Legendary Kiss icon to display artworks
The musician and businessman has revealed a 50-year passion and will display his first collection in Las Vegas in October.
By AJN STAFF
Max Selby and Netanel Abisedon are making huge strides as Gelassenheit. Photo: One Cut Studios
August 12, 2021, 5:00 am
Four on the floor
One has a background in ballroom dancing, the other grew up with a love of acting and the arts. Both found their passion with DJing and techno music. Now, Gelassenheit has just celebrated more than 30,000 Spotify streams on its track Astro.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Singer Pink poses for photographers upon arrival at the Brit Awards in London. Photo: Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP, File
August 6, 2021, 10:11 am
Pink pays athletes’ penalty
Singer Pink has offered to pay a fine given to Norway’s female beach handball team for “a breach of clothing regulations”.
By AJN STAFF
Guitarist David Lowy performing with his band, The Dead Daisies. Photo: Oliver Halfin
August 3, 2021, 9:15 am
Striking the Right Chord
Music and the COVID-19 pandemic has seen an Australian rock musician and a veteran Israeli folk singer team up to create a new record.
By Danny Gocs
July 27, 2021, 7:17 am
Kidron song chosen as Paralympics theme
The song Nothing is Impossible, written by Jewish musician Ilan Kidron for JCA The Choice Foundation, has been chosen by Channel 7 as its theme song for coverage of the Paralympics
By Gareth Narunsky
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