Global Rhythm Magazine Volume XVII #6, June 2008

One of the biggest stars in Israel today, Idan Raichel has made inroads with American audiences with his studio-savvy sound. What’s really striking, however, is Raichel’s choice to work with musicians from other cultures (even including those who sing in Arabic) to make a universal pop music that’s creative, intelligent and inspiring. Now he’s poised to release his second album in the U.S.