Noga Erez is an Israeli electronic musician, singer, songwriter, and producer hailing from Tel Aviv. Her music blends electronic, hip-hop, R&B, and pop influences, often laced with politically-charged lyrics that reflect her complex upbringing in Israel. Her dynamic career trajectory has seen her evolve from a member of a local indie-folk band to an internationally acclaimed artist.
Born on December 26, 1989, Noga Erez spent her formative years in Caesarea, Israel. Her music education began at the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance, where she studied composition. Erez initially played in an indie-folk band called The Secret Sea and even dabbled in jazz before her pivot to electronic music. Her experience in the Israel Defence Forces' military band and as a backing vocalist for Dana International at Eurovision 2011 laid the groundwork for her versatile musical style.
Erez's music is known for its visceral and confrontational sound, enriched by her collaboration with partner and producer Ori Rousso. Utilizing instruments such as the Native Instruments MASSIVE synth, their work incorporates elements of hip-hop, R&B, and pop. Erez performs live with a trio that also includes drummer Ran Jacobovitz, delivering high-energy performances that have graced stages globally.
Erez debuted with the single "Toy" in 2017, which received critical praise, including from The New York Times. Her debut album, "Off the Radar," arrived the same year, followed by "Kids" in 2021. In 2022, she signed with Neon Gold Records/Atlantic Records. Her third album, "The Vandalist," dropped in September 2024, further solidifying her place in the music world. Erez's work has also been featured in mainstream media, such as the 2017 Apple Music ad campaign for "Dance While You Shoot."
Erez has performed at major festivals including SXSW, Primavera Sound, Roskilde, Bonnaroo, and Lollapalooza. In April 2021, she brought her electrifying performance to Jimmy Kimmel Live!. She has also opened for major acts like Florence and the Machine at Madison Square Garden in 2022 and performed with Robbie Williams in Tel Aviv in 2023. Her talents took her to the U.S. stages during Pink's Summer Carnival tour in 2024.
Erez's collaborations showcase her dynamic musical range. In 2022, she worked with Missy Elliott on a remix of "Nails" and with Weezer on a "Records" remix. Her album "The Vandalist" features collaborations with artists like Robbie Williams, Eden Ben Zaken, Dillom, and Flyana Boss.
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