Join our Community
Support ToI and remove all ads
Learn more
×

rap music

Family members of Aner Shapiro, killed protecting others in a roadside shelter at the Nova rave on October 7, 2023, launched an album of his songs on March 27, 2025 in Jerusalem (Courtesy)
March 28, 2025, 4:10 pm
Family releases album of raps composed by Oct. 7 hero Aner Shapiro
Clip of ‘Headstart’ features Aner’s best friend, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, singing the song in the car
By Jessica Steinberg
Rap album producers Roy Doron, Matan Sharon and Tomer Gershenman, right, after completing 'Mitz LaMax,' their rap compilation album that dropped in December 2024 (Credit Samuel Cotal)
February 17, 2025, 10:19 am
It’s a rap: 71 performers celebrate the genre on one Israeli album
‘Mitz LaMax’ has 16 original songs by generations of rappers and hip-hop artists
By Jessica Steinberg
Matisyahu in the first of two Israel performances on April 2, 2024, in Jerusalem (Daniel Laufer)
April 3, 2024, 9:00 pm
Matisyahu thrills in Jerusalem, where both rapper and crowd hanker for good ol’ days
Singer and beatboxer leans heavily on band and dedicated audience for night of soulful music, joined on stage by his yeshiva student son
By Jessica Steinberg
Canadian rapper Drake accepts the award for Best Rap Song for "Gods Plan" during the 61st Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, on February 10, 2019. (Robyn Beck / AFP)
October 7, 2023, 2:04 am
Drake announces break from music career over health issue
Award-winning Canadian-Jewish rapper says he’s had ‘the craziest problems for years’ with his stomach; hiatus to force cancellation or postponement of upcoming US concerts
By AFP and JTA
Kanye West, known as Ye, watches the first half of an NBA basketball game between the Washington Wizards and the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, March 11, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
September 8, 2023, 11:13 am
Kanye West to be featured on new song called ‘Israel’
Title of the song in which the rapper now known as Ye tells of meeting the devil raises eyebrows in wake of West’s history of antisemitic statements
By ToI Staff
This portrait of Benjamin Melendez was included in the 2010 exhibition 'Only in New York.' (Julian Voloj/JTA)
September 8, 2023, 4:22 am
How a Puerto Rican-Jewish gang leader helped create hip-hop in the Bronx
New 5-part podcast ‘Can You Dig It’ explores the story of ‘Yellow Benjy’ Melendez, who brokered peace and whose influence allowed an emerging musical genre to take root and grow
By Andrew Esensten
Rick Rubin, left, with Russell Simmons in 1997. (Jim Steinfeldt/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images/ via JTA)
August 11, 2023, 9:56 pm
From Rick Rubin to Doja Cat, Jews have helped shape the first 50 years of hip-hop
As the genre that influenced music the world over celebrates its 50th birthday, a look at Jewish contributions on stage and behind the scenes
By Andrew Esensten
Singer Noga Erez performs at Jerusalem's Hutzot Hayotzer fair at Sultan's Pool, August 23, 2022 (Jessica Steinberg/Times of Israel)
August 25, 2022, 1:22 pm
Alt-pop star Noga Erez brings synthesized sound and politics to Jerusalem
Often called the the ‘Israeli answer to Björk,’ the Tel Aviv singer and producer melds electronic dance music with complex, thought-provoking lyrics
By Jessica Steinberg
The rapper Kosha Dillz performs for Holocaust survivors in the Catskills in New York, July 13, 2022. (Luke Tress/The Times of Israel)
July 29, 2022, 8:51 pm
At a Catskills retreat, Brooklyn Holocaust survivors get respite and a rap show
Elderly Jews enjoy break from the sweltering city at a mountain resort for the first time since the start of COVID, and some improv from rapper Kosha Dillz
By Luke Tress
Singers Cardi B (left) and Summer Walker wear Israeli designer Alon Livne's designs in their new music video, 'No Love' (Courtesy Alon Livne)
March 29, 2022, 12:26 am
In new video, Cardi B and Summer Walker croon in Israeli designs
Designer Alon Livne created the distinctly sexy, revealing looks for the two performing artists in the ‘No Love’ music video
By Jessica Steinberg
Rapper, writer and dream interpreter Shaanan Streett (Courtesy Ohad Romano)
March 3, 2022, 6:15 am
Hadag Nahash frontman seeks new challenges, but no neckties
Speaking with ToI, Israeli hiphop artist Shaanan Streett discusses his latest projects and the importance of being comfortable in one’s own skin
By Jessica Steinberg
Rapper, writer and dream interpreter Shaanan Streett (Courtesy)
February 25, 2022, 3:01 pm
Podcast: Hadag Nahash’s Shaanan Streett talks music, words and dreams
The Israeli rapper muses about 25 years with his hip hop band, his new book and the mysteries of Jerusalem
By ToI Staff
Denis Shapovalov celebrates after defeating Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut during the men's singles fourth round match on day seven of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, on July 5, 2021. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali)
July 8, 2021, 7:43 pm
Rap game puts spin on rise of Israel-born Wimbledon semifinalist Shapovalov
Canadian star, who faces a tough challenge against defending champion Djokovich, is all about the beat, both on and off the court
By Pirate IRWIN
The Daily Briefing
May 27, 2021, 2:10 pm
Daily Briefing May 27 – When the antisemitism volcano erupts, who is to blame?
Welcome to our 100th episode! Tune in Sunday through Thursday to hear ToI editors and reporters quickly catch you up on what’s important today
By ToI Staff
Rapper Sameh Zakout (left) with educator Uriya Rosenman as they rap straight talk between Arabs and Jews in a video released May 20, 2021 (Courtesy Let's Talk Dugri)
May 24, 2021, 4:03 pm
Straight talk rap confronts Arab-Jewish racism from both sides
‘Let’s Talk Straight’ video is first installment of Uriya Rosenman and Sameh Zakout’s anthem to a better future
By Jessica Steinberg
Load More
Sign in or Join The Times of Israel Community
Paying ToI Community members are invited to comment on articles
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Or Continue with
By joining you agree to the terms and conditions
Register to continue
Or Continue with
Log in to continue
Sign in or Join The Times of Israel Community
Only ToI Community members can comment below articles
Forgot your password? / Send me a login link
Or Continue with
check your email
Check your email
We sent an email to you at .
It has a link that will sign you in.
Join The Times of Israel Community
Commenting is available for paying members of The Times of Israel Community only. Please join our Community to comment and enjoy other Community benefits.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Confirm Mail
Thank you! Now check your email
You are now a member of The Times of Israel Community! We sent you an email with a login link to . Once you're set up, you can start enjoying Community benefits and commenting.
Back to top
Never miss breaking news on Israel
Get notifications to stay updated
You're subscribed
image
Register for free
and continue reading
Registering allows you to manage your newsletters and alerts and helps us improve your experience. It takes just a few seconds.
Already registered? Enter your email to sign in.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Or Continue with
By registering you agree to the terms and conditions. Once registered, you’ll receive our Daily Edition email for free.
Register to continue
Or Continue with
Log in to continue
Sign in or Register
I forgot my password / Send me a sign in link
Or Continue with
check your email
Check your email
We sent an email to you at .
It has a link that will sign you in.