Matisyahu
After five countries quit Eurovision over Israel, over 1,000 entertainment figures push back
Over 1,000 entertainment industry leaders sign letter backing Israel’s inclusion in Eurovision, rejecting boycott efforts and emphasizing music’s unifying power.
US 'Dancing with the Stars' airs first Hanukkah-themed dance in holiday special
Laivy Miller: A chip off the Matisyahu block - concert review
Jewish reggae star Matisyahu says that 'antisemitism and morons' won't stop him
A chance for dialogue
Matisyahu’s beard trim was a landmark moment for an individual, but it exposed the hypocrisy of many people surrounding him
Comment: Hassidic rocker Matisyahu comes clean
Photo of singer without beard has Jewish world agog – but does it really mean he’s no longer religious?
Reggae star Matisyahu sheds signature beard
"No more Hasidic reggae superstar," musician writes, posting a photo of his beardless face on Twitter, website.
Tough economy crushes Jewish music label’s vision
JDub execs look back at a decade of promoting Jewish musicians, and the grim realities that forced them to close shop.
Jewish music nonprofit JDub is closing
JDub launched career of Matisyahu, Balkan Beat Box, co-founded the Six Points Fellowship for Emerging Jewish Artists.
Grapevine: Wrapping up the show
You can't expect lemons to taste like cherries. Matisyahu expresses less than insightful opinions on the future generations of Jews.
Holy hip-hop!
Orthodox reggae rocker Matisyahu returns to Israel this week for two shows, in Tel Aviv and in Jerusalem, with fellow hipsters Hadag Nahash.
Matisyahu gives packed concert near Auschwitz
Born-again Orthodox Jewish rapper headlined "Life Festival" in town just outside of site of notorious Nazi death camp.
The Weekly Schmooze: Tweeting the Torah
A 'Jpost' column wrapping up the hottest Jewish culture news worldwide: Celebs get swabbed for Ayelet; Matisyahu's Magical Mustache Tour.
DeScribing a plan to save the world
Born into a religious Australian family, Shneur Hasofer has been reborn as Hassidic rapper DeScribe.
