World Music/Israeli Pop Star Idan Raichel
WHEN: Saturday, March 10, 8 PM
WHERE: Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park
TICKETS: $65 and $45
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www.axelrodartscenter.com
The New York Times calls Idan an “Israeli Singer of the world: He has worked with about 100 different musicians and singers to fuse traditional Middle Eastern instruments with electronic sounds, and to combine Jewish music with that of regions ranging from West Africa to Latin America and India. And while Hebrew dominates his lyrics, his songs are peppered with languages including Arabic, Amharic, Swahili, Spanish and Creole Portuguese. His first album was a commercial success, selling 200,000 copies.
Billboard Magazine calls Idan Raichel "One of the most fascinating titles to emerge in world music," while the The Jewish Journal says he "has both a gift for creating beautiful music and the courage to spread a message. He preaches universalism, the power of shunning labels and celebrating humanity."
Idan is currently collaborating with the notable singer songwriter India.Arie for a Fall 2011 release entitled Open Door. The two had the opportunity to debut a song they wrote together for the album entitled Gift of Acceptance at the Noble Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway in December.
Concert Sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater Monmouth County
