Music
The Secret Jewish History of Robbie Robertson and The Band
40 years ago, Robbie Robertson and The Band played their “last waltz.” Today, we tell the story of their secret Jewish history.
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New York Times Publishes Most Hilarious Leonard Cohen Correction Ever
A recent New York Times op-ed about the death of Leonard Cohen contained one of the most inadvertently hilarious corrections ever.
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The Secret Jewish History of Mose Allison
Jazz pianist and bluesman Mose Allison has died at the age of 89. Check out cover versions from The Blues Project, Ben Sidran, the Clash and more.
How 5 Jewish Artists Paid Tribute to the Late Leon Russell
Singer, songwriter and keyboardist Leon Russell has died at the age of 74. Many great Jewish artists covered his music including Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamond and Amy Winehouse.
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Ivanka’s Broccoli Kugel
If you were thinking the Kushers ate only fancy foods, think again. Some down-to-earth Jewish dishes are coming out of that kosher kitchen.
Why We Mourn Leonard Cohen in the Era of Trump
The late Leonard Cohen was the most Jewish bard of the 20th Century. In the current political climate, we need his music and poetry more than ever.
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Is Leonard Cohen’s New Song His Most Jewish Ever?
On his 82nd birthday, Leonard Cohen has released “You Want It Darker,” the title track of his new album. According to Seth Rogovoy, it might just be his most Jewish song ever.
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On Top of Mount Zen With Leonard Cohen
Writing the first biography of Leonard Cohen took me to a mountain top (Mt Baldy and his Zen hideout), as well as to the Greek island of Hydra, a New York sound stage and the Tower of Song — Leonard’s music room at his home.
Leonard Cohen, ‘Master of Erotic Despair’ Takes His Leave
Rock-poet Leonard Cohen, the “master of erotic despair” and the writer of dozens of modern classics that have been performed and recorded by everyone from John Cale to Judy Collins, Willie Nelson, U2 and Rufus Wainwright, died on November 10 at age 82.
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How a Troubadour Daniel Toledano Is Reconnecting With His Sephardic Heritage
Jewish tourism is thriving in Toledo, Spain. And a rock singer named Daniel Toledano is using a Ladino repertoire to reconnect with his heritage.
The Secret Jewish History of ABBA
For the first time in 34 years, Swedish superstars ABBA are reuniting. As they begin work on a new digital and virtual reality project, we examine their Secret Jewish History.
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