Matisyahu

JTA’s coverage of the Jewish reggae star

For the 3rd time, Matisyahu concert canceled amid threat of pro-Palestinian protests

“Please know we will not cower to these bullies and the pressure they exert,” the Jewish artist wrote on Instagram after his Chicago tour date was canceled.

By Jackie Hajdenberg March 8, 2024 3:44 pm

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2 Matisyahu concerts in the Southwest are canceled after pro-Palestinian activists protest

The Jewish performer’s most famous song is a peace anthem. He has performed at a variety of pro-Israel events and says he supports both Israelis and Palestinians.

February 15, 2024 9:26 pm

Spanish court acquits 8 Israel boycott supporters who wanted Matisyahu disinvited from festival

The defendants were protected by freedom of expression, the judges ruled.

January 19, 2021 9:55 am

A teacher talking to students in the town of Fanzara, Vaencia, Spain on December 15, 2016. (Jose Jordan/AFP via Getty Images)

Spanish government cancels tolerance seminar by group accused of anti-Semitism

By Cnaan Liphshiz May 19, 2020 9:57 am

Matisyahu, Neshama Carlebach to perform at benefit for Orthodox LGBTQ youth

November 23, 2017 11:17 am

Matisyahu shown pushing teen fans offstage at JCC Maccabi Games opening

August 2, 2017 3:18 pm

Matisyahu gives surprise concert at Jewish summer camp

August 24, 2016 6:05 am

Hawaiian musician performs with Matisyahu at Hollywood gig

August 14, 2016 7:47 am

Hawaiian coffee shop singer to perform with Matisyahu in concert

August 9, 2016 1:28 pm

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This coffee shop singer doesn’t know he’s singing with Matisyahu

By Lior Zaltzman August 3, 2016 12:28 pm

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