Shir Levi Reschedules Show After Father Yishai Levi’s Death

Shir Levi, the son of the late singer Yishai Levi, announced on Monday that his postponed performance has a new date. The show, originally set for June 11, will now take place on August 4. He thanked everyone who supported him through the difficult days and said, "I am excited to meet you."

In an earlier Instagram post, shortly after his father’s death, Levi said the concert was being delayed because of mourning and that a new date would be announced soon. He explained that music and meeting the audience are "the whole world" to him, but added, "This is the time to be with my family."

Israel’s cultural scene went into mourning last week after the death of Yishai Levi, one of the most prominent figures in Israeli Mizrahi and Mediterranean music. His family said, "With unimaginable pain we announce Yishai’s passing. There are no words right now." Many artists and colleagues expressed condolences and described the loss as deeply felt across Israeli society.

Among those who paid tribute was Eyal Golan, who wrote that he had grown up on Levi’s voice, songs, and emotion, and called his music part of Israel’s soundtrack forever. During a major performance at Bloomfield Stadium, Golan paused the show to ask the audience to honor Levi with applause, as Levi’s photo appeared on the giant screens. Golan then performed "Ha'Oneh Sheli" as a special tribute.