About
Miqedem (the ancient Hebrew word for “of old” or alternately, “from the east”) is a band whose music is best described as Israeli indie folk, with heavy influences from Middle-Easten and North African music styles, often utilizing microtonal scales, irregular time signatures, and regional instruments. Hailing from Tel Aviv, Israel, Miqedem’s music reflects a recent resurgence of interest in regional music within the Israeli music scene, a trend found in artists such as Riff Cohen, Yemen Blues, A-Wa and many others.
Miqedem’s most unique contribution is their exclusive reliance on ancient Hebrew Scripture in their lyrics, drawing most heavily on the poetry of the Psalms.
The band includes : Jamie Hilsden, Yaron Cherniak, Shai Sol and Vadym Sokolyk.
Formed in 2015, the band has toured extensively across North America and Europe, has released two full-length studio albums, and on February 2nd they will release their third album, “Eshkona” (I will rest).
Miqedem (the ancient Hebrew word for “of old” or alternately, “from the east”) is a band whose music is best described as Israeli indie folk, with heavy influences from Middle-Easten and North African music styles, often utilizing microtonal scales, irregular time signatures, and regional instruments. Hailing from Tel Aviv, Israel, Miqedem’s music reflects a recent resurgence of interest in regional music within the Israeli music scene, a trend found in artists such as Riff Cohen, Yemen Blues, A-Wa and many others.
Miqedem’s most unique contribution is their exclusive reliance on ancient Hebrew Scripture in their lyrics, drawing most heavily on the poetry of the Psalms.
The band includes : Jamie Hilsden, Yaron Cherniak, Shai Sol and Vadym Sokolyk.
Formed in 2015, the band has toured extensively across North America and Europe, has released two full-length studio albums, and on February 2nd they will release their third album, “Eshkona” (I will rest).