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Singer Naor Cohen speaks out against Moshik Afia: "I didn't get the respect I deserve"
Naor Cohen, who recorded the song "It's Me" a decade ago, discovered that Moshik Afia released it on his new album under a different title. The artist is demanding credit for his original performance, calling the lack of acknowledgement disrespectful to emerging musicians.

Noam Kleinstein reveals childhood drama: "They broke up, for two days"
Noam Kleinstein reveals the family drama behind one of Rita and Rami's greatest songs, and discovers an almost unbelievable coincidence that occurred right under her new home.

The surprising union of the year: Rita and Ethnix in a joint and moving performance
The Bank Hapoalim toast-raising event provided a rare musical moment, as Rita and Ethnix collaborated for the first time since 1990 and got all the senior business figures on their feet.

After 15 years: Berry Sakharof releases a new album
The musician made a surprise announcement about an album to be released tonight, 15 years after his original album "You Are Here". Watch the emotional announcement in front of an audience of thousands.

Nasreen Qadri parts ways at 40: The surprising decision she made
After years of working together, one breakup and a comeback, singer Nasreen Qadri and manager Ilai Eliyahu Matraso are parting ways again. All the details on the surprising separation.
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Noa Kirel on her non-participation in the Festigal competition: "They disqualified me"
After six appearances in the show, the pop star was supposed to take part for the first time in the song competition that returned to the Festigal, but now it turns out she will not be subject to the audience's judgment. Is it a fear of losing?

Shlomo Artzi with a touching message: after years of partnership
Two giants of Israeli music who shook Caesarea in their historic joint show reunite for a very personal moment, following the moving milestone of one of them.

The tour in America that grossed a million shekels: and the heavy price Nasrin paid
The beloved singer marks a significant milestone with a new relationship, but reveals for the first time the heavy price exacted by the tour in America that led to the dramatic divorce from her ex-husband.

As revealed on mako: All the details on the massive show by Eden Ben Zaken and Eyal Golan
Eyal Golan and Eden Ben Zaken announce "Hysteria" - a show that will take place during Hanukkah at the Menora Arena in Tel Aviv and the Pais Arena in Jerusalem, and will include, besides them, additional stars to be revealed soon.

Eden Ben Zaken's full circle moment: seven years of anticipation
The superstar returns to the stage of the biggest winter show and talks about the complex balancing act, the crazy schedule, and the huge difference from the last time she performed there.

Mor Revivi: From a severe economic crisis to the top of the Israeli stage
After conquering the country with millions of views and lucrative contracts, Mor Revivi almost quit music due to low financial compensation. This is how she cut ties with the production company and built a family empire.

Noa Kirel should know: Roberto's big project is closed
Less than a year after its high-profile launch, which was accompanied by a docu-series, the intriguing musical project of the well-known agent is officially disbanded, and the band members are going their separate ways.

The star of Israel's most famous audition makes a comeback: "There is no choice"
The beloved singer announces a new album that has been launched, and talks about the complexity of its creation, and what brought her into the recording studio.

Celebrating 32: Eden Hason's journey from 'Kochav Nolad' rejection to the top
From a painful rejection at a famous audition to life in an ultra-Orthodox home and a surprising relationship kept secret for two years, one of Israel's leading creators celebrates his birthday and surprises his fans.

From Maayan Ashkenazi to Yael: The dramas and secrets behind Omer Adam's exes
From Maayan Ashkenazi to the dramatic breakup with Yael Shelbia, the turbulent romantic journey of Israel's most successful singer, which ended this year with a surprise wedding to an heiress from Italy that led him to take a break from performing.

Following the report on mako: Agam Buhbut announces a concert at Menora Mivtachim Arena
All the details about Agam Buhbut's concert at Menora Mivtachim Arena, which was first revealed here on mako. Buhbut will arrive at the beloved arena for the first time in her career at the beginning of October, and ticket sales will begin tomorrow, Monday.

Avi HaTachul pushes Eden Hason to second place
Spotify streaming data for the past week has been revealed. On the local scene, Omer Adam tops the artists' list, while Avi HaTachul leads in songs, pushing Eden Hason to second place. Globally, Bad Bunny, Shakira, and Burna Boy are performing well.

Eyal Golan beats the competition and takes first place on the radio
Radio airplay data for the week: in the local sector, Eyal Golan stands at the top of the chart by a significant margin, with Sarit Hadad and Omer Adam close behind. In the international sector, The Beatles take first place, and Madonna is right after them.

Shlomo Artzi reveals: The singer's unusual move on stage
Shlomo Artzi, who does not often share private moments, surprised thousands of fans at the Romema Arena in Haifa and personally documented a rare performance moment that quickly went viral.

After 23 years: Ninet recalled a mistake that almost cost her the win in "Kochav Nolad"
In an interview with "Ulpan Shishi", the singer addressed her original choice for the 2003 finale, which was planned to be a completely different song than "Yam Shel Dmaot" (Sea of Tears) and was replaced at the last minute: "One such fateful decision. I don't know if I would have won".
30 Years Without Yair Rosenblum: 50 Stories Behind the Songs We All Know
The hit that Yair Rosenblum banned from the Nahal Band, the classic born from love, and the words found in rehabilitation that became a chilling memorial song: 30 years after his death, we return to the unknown stories behind the songs that became the soundtrack of Israel.

"There is anger at the municipalities": Ofek Adanek plans independent shows
Following the cancellation of his performances by various municipalities amid a personal scandal and house arrest, Ofek Adanek has decided to launch his own independent concerts. Sources report that the artist's team has received hundreds of requests from fans frustrated by the municipal bans.
The Revivo Project returns to childhood: "We wanted today's parents to remember their childhood"
The Revivo Project, the successful Mediterranean music ensemble, is releasing an album of cover versions of classic children's songs from the 70s and 80s. In an interview, the three members discuss the long-held idea and reflect on their own childhood memories.

Itay Levi's painful acceptance: "I realized it won't happen"
The beloved singer opened up in a Galgalatz podcast about the heavy mental burden, the complex struggle with his mother's health condition, and the shattering realization about the future he will not be able to give her.

In complete secrecy: The touching gesture of Moshe Peretz for his wife
The beloved singer surprised his wife Yarden for her birthday with an extraordinary romantic gesture that he secretly wrote and composed for her, which was revealed for the first time at a festive event in front of family and friends.

You won't believe what Eyal Golan demanded fans do for his son Liam
The singer's eldest son, Liam Golan, released a new single that is generating significant interest on streaming platforms, and his excited father admits he is already listening to it on loop and asks the audience to support this independent step.

After the arrest: Ofek Adanek with 3 songs in the Hitlist top ten
Ofek Adanek has gone through weeks full of upheavals after being arrested on suspicion of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, but he is flourishing in the musical arena with three songs in the top ten of the Israeli chart. Everything happening in music in Israel that you must know.

Shlomo Artzi with a new announcement for his fans: for the first time in his career
The official autumn concert season is revealed with extraordinary collaborations and massive events at the familiar amphitheater, which will host the biggest names in Israel starting next month.

Teddy Neguse: "I miss the fire of protest that was in me"
Rapper Teddy Neguse opens up about his life in Lod, his search for identity, his creative projects, and how music helps him navigate his inner world and embrace his true self.

Shlomo Artzi's son in a rare nostalgic moment: "I fell in love with him in my childhood"
Musician Ben Artzi, who usually maintains a high level of privacy, shared with his followers a particularly sweet moment of his young son and a nostalgic tribute to his favorite Israeli star since childhood.

After decades of friendship: Sharon Haziz and Ori Banai unite
The two, who met back in middle school and starred together in the legendary series "Inyan Shel Zman" (A Matter of Time), are collaborating for the first time and launching a joint and surprising duet that was born following a chance meeting on the television screen.

Margol's gesture to Itay Levi in front of tens of thousands: "There is only one Itay Levi"
After celebrating in front of 12,000 spectators at the Menora Mivtachim Arena and hosting Margol in Ashdod, the beloved singer and "Rising Star" judge announces a surprisingly different direction that will bring him to meet fans in an intimate setting.
"We received hate messages": The new reality of Lola Marsh abroad | Listen
Yael Cohen from Lola Marsh tells in an interview with 103FM about the tour that was cut short by the coronavirus, the hate messages, and the message they received from partners abroad: "Keep a low profile." Meanwhile, the band is working on a new album and is expected to perform at the Smilansky Festival.

After a Million-Shekel Campaign: Noam Batan to Perform at Menora Arena for the First Time
Following his phenomenal success at the Eurovision stage in Vienna, Noam Batan has proven to be one of the most sought-after names in the Israeli music industry. Next month, he will make his debut at the Menora Arena, with ticket sales already underway.

Itay Levi makes a dramatic move: The superstar's surprising decision
After conquering the biggest stadiums and filling the Menora Arena, Itay Levi announces a dramatic and unusual move that will bring him to the audience in a way never seen before.
"They said it was a gimmick": 13 years later - The Revivo Project settles the score
"You're standing at a traffic light and something you created is playing": The members of The Revivo Project are launching a new children's song album, preparing for Selichot performances, and looking back at the big moments in their career.

The secret kept for a decade: Matti Caspi's unknown work is revealed
Not just songs and melodies: Matti Caspi left behind stories written over the years, and they are now expected to become a series of children's books. Behind the project are Hanoch Saar, publisher of "Saar" publishing house, and Raquel Caspi, who operates within the framework of "Matti Caspi Heritage."

Matti Caspi: The stories kept secret for 10 years
Publisher Hanoch Saar and Matti Caspi's wife, Raquel, are collaborating on a new series of children's books based on the esteemed musician's stories, accompanied by illustrations by his daughter, Soyan.

Avihu Pinhasov: "They are always trying to get me off my craziness. People were afraid to work with me"
He loves the edges. Whether it's dancing in sequined underwear at an army base on Mount Hermon, starring in 'Happy Place' without reading the script or watching the series, or his current madness: a diet for a new and extreme performance even by his standards. Moments before Avihu Pinhasov takes the stage with 'Kakamayka', a show that will include a sword fight and Georgian ballet, he tells how...

Peer Tasi disappeared at the peak of his career: this is the move that changed his life
After the meteoric success of "Derech HaShalom," the beloved singer experienced a severe slowdown in his career. This is how he managed to reinvent himself, bypass the gossip industry, and conquer the charts in Israel once again.

Lior Narkis embroiled in a massive lawsuit: will he have to part with 1.25 million shekels?
After discovering that a replacement was being sought behind his back, the guitarist for the well-known singer decided to turn to the Labor Court with a demand for massive compensation. All the details.

"I did something good": The historic honor received by Keren Peles in Argentina
During a tour of a veteran Jewish institution in Argentina, Keren Peles was granted a historic gesture and invited to sign the official guestbook alongside the country's greatest past leaders.

Ofer Levi: 'I am not a narcissist, I sang to people and they were resurrected'
During a stormy interview with Sharon Gal, Ofer Levi stunned the host and viewers with unusual claims about his singing powers and his birth: 'When I was born, abundance came into the world. This is not just another soul, this is the soul of Ofer Levi.'

Overtook Eyal Golan: This is the singer who conquered the top of the music charts in Israel
With over 800,000 monthly listeners, the Israeli superstar is conquering the top spot and generating tens of millions of streams that bring him huge sums from royalties and performances.

Idan Amedi changes direction: details of his new project
After two extremely busy years, a serious injury in the Gaza Strip, and a successful rehabilitation, Idan Amedi reveals his next project, which will hit the stage as early as next month in Tel Aviv.

Eyal Golan and Eden Ben Zaken prepare a surprise: "It's going to be crazy"
After their previous collaboration was shelved, new footage of the two Israeli music giants working together in the studio has surfaced, sparking excitement among fans.
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Ofer Levi opens up: The secrets of Zohar Argov revealed
Decades after the death of the king of Mediterranean music, his close friend opens up about everything and tells of the attempts to save him, the nightly routine, and the severe deterioration far from the public eye.

Sukkot in Ramat Gan: The big change for NEXT 2026
After "NEXT" was held exclusively during Hanukkah and at the Menora Arena, mako has learned that this year the organizers are planning to hold the show during Sukkot as well, and instead of the arena, it will take place at the Ramat Gan Stadium.

25 Concerts and Millions of Shekels: The Incredible Success of Ben Tzur
With a packed schedule of 25 concerts in a single month and tens of thousands of attendees, the beloved star cements his status at the top, with his performance fees reaching hundreds of thousands of shekels per show.

"There were cruelties": Noam Kleinstein talks about the complex relationship with Meshi
Rita's daughter opens up about her complex childhood alongside her sister Meshi, the family gap, and the moment everything changed between them.