Biography
Maor Edri (Hebrew: מאור אדרי; born April 17, 1989, in Ramla) is an Israeli singer-songwriter and producer known for his work in Mediterranean (Mizrahi) music.
He grew up in Ramla and was influenced by Turkish music as a child. Before his breakthrough he worked ordinary jobs (including assembling sliding closets and selling ice cream). His career began in 2008 with the popular song “לב קבור” (“Lev Kavur”), which he released with Hanan Yald HaPeled. He released his debut album HaGever SheKavash (“The Man Who Conquered”) in 2012.
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Edri has released several albums (including HaKol Katuv, Tzlilim Shel Tikva, Kulana, and Ba Li Tov) and scored major hits such as “אללה מעק” (“Allah Ma’ak”), “שלוק מקצב” (“Shluk Miketzev”), “קטנה,” “כמו פעם,” and more recent tracks like “אהבה גדולה” (a collaboration with his wife Naor). He is known for energetic live performances at venues including Caesarea, Live Park, and Hangar 11, blending classic Mediterranean sounds with modern production. He is married to content creator Naor Edri and they have three children.
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