New Hasidic Music Singles and Videos Released Ahead of Elul and Shabbat

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By איציק ברנדויין

What happened

Multiple Hasidic music artists have released new singles and videos ahead of Elul and Shabbat, featuring themes of faith, gratitude, and community. Projects include the American "Shabbat Upmix" and various Israeli artists' works blending traditional and contemporary sounds. These releases aim to enhance spiritual preparation and celebration during this important time.

01Thank You Hashem released the 16-minute "Shabbat Upmix" project for Shabbat preparation.
02Avi Ilson's new single "Yishtabach Hamelech" features a Jerusalem-shot music video.
03Yosef Abadi and Ari Hill released optimistic singles blending electronic and traditional sounds.
04Shimmy Lipshitz and Motty Vizel renewed Carlebach's "Chonenu" during Rosh Hashanah prayers.
05Menachem Levy and Simcha Friedman duet on a Chabad nigun honoring the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
06Several artists released singles focusing on faith, Torah study, and spiritual resilience during Elul.

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