Music
The Sad Breakdown of Jewish/Muslim Hip-Hop Relations
People don’t normally think of hip-hop when they think “Mideast Peace Talks,” but a lot of people didn’t think outside the box quite like Muslim rapper Mazzi, and Israeli rapper Sneakas did with their collaborative effort, Most Hated. While it’s … Read More
Six Degrees of Julie Klausner Makes This Ted Leo Post Kosher
If you’re ever in New York, and you happen to stop by Jewcy HQ, there is a slight chance you will walk into us blasting a song written by the great Ted Leo. Mr. Leo is universally loved by the … Read More
Jewish Guy Makes Rap Video with Lil’ Wayne
Have we ever mentioned how happy we are that Drake’s a Jew? It gives us clearance to post things like his newest video off Thank Me Later,“Miss Me” (featuring Lil’ Wayne). Drake “Miss Me” from John W on Vimeo.
Revenge of the WASP Queen: Vampire Weekend Gets Sued
Oh no! How is Ezra Koenig going to buy his Fall clothes from the L.L. Bean catalog? The model used on the bands most recent album, Contra, is suing the band: The lawsuit filed on Wednesday identifies the band, their … Read More
The Big Jewcy: Gabriel Roth, Musician/Producer, Daptone Records
The kingpin and genius behind the re-surgence of new soul music, Gabe Roth aka Bosco Mann is the bassist, songwriter, and producer of the band Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings. Gabe is also responsible for starting the Brooklyn based … Read More
Ezra Koenig Makes Me Look Like the Baal Shem Tov
I always knew the day would come when I’d have to bow down to the Vampire Weekend lead singer and say, “dude, you are the King of Jewish WASPs. Mazel Tov.” That day has come via the bands newest video … Read More
Tuesday Playlist: A Nice Jewish Boys Guide to Great Songs About Jesus
I’m not sure why or how I got into songs about Jesus; why I started making mixes for my friends called “Jesus Tapes” or scouring countless record stores, thrift stores, garage sales and Ebay for old gospel records. I’ve never … Read More
A pre-Shabbat Blessing: The Larry David Mötorhead Shirt
You knew that Curb Your Enthusiasm had to meet Ace of Spades sooner or later. Read More
