Israeli Music

Israeli music, which started to take shape in the early 20th century, is a delightful melange of traditional folk, Middle Eastern, and Western influences, proving that local folk can indeed do a bit of globetrotting. Characterised by its rich melodies and often accompanied by instruments like the oud and darbuka, it might just be the only genre where a heartbeat and a reggaeton beat could have a jolly good chat. As it turns out, Israeli artists have a knack for writing songs about everything from love to hummus, with tunes so catchy you'll find yourself merrily whistling along, even if you've absolutely no idea what the words mean.