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In 2026, The Klezmatics will be celebrating their 40th anniversary. This milestone will include the re- issue of many of their landmark recordings which will include previously unpublished material.

Originally released in the pre-digital era, this groundbreaking album never made its way to modern platforms—until now. The re-issue features alternate versions of the album’s iconic tracks, unearthed from recently discovered master files, offering fans and new listeners alike a fresh perspective on this klezmer masterpiece.

The legendary New York Yiddish band The Klezmatics has changed the face of contemporary Jewish culture through their uniquely original and expansive work in the fields of klezmer music and Yiddish song. Their career achievements span 13 full- length recordings, countless international concert tours and festivals across five continents, and collaborations with renowned icons of music, theater, television, radio, cinema and dance. The Klezmatics are the subject of an acclaimed documentary film (On Holy Ground, 2010) and the recipients of numerous international accolades, including the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary World Music Album.

Klezmer music is one of the most instantly recognizable and unique elements of Jewish culture, as well as one of the most distinctive and influential genres in world music. It has played a crucial role in the preservation of the Yiddish language and culture and contributed in innumerable ways to the language of global music.