Aryeh Kunstler is an American Orthodox Jewish musician who's worn many hats in his career: singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and composer.
Born in Belle Harbor, Queens, New York, Kunstler's journey in music had an unlikely start - he initially showed little interest in it. But as they say, life has its own plans.
In his teens, Kunstler caught the music bug and hasn't looked back since.
His career has been a colorful tapestry of musical projects and collaborations:
• He started by performing with his brother Dani in the group V'Havieinu
• 2007 saw the release of his debut solo album, "From the Depths"
• He played bass for Yaakov Chesed, a rock band based at Yeshiva University
• His second solo album, "Our Eyes Are On You," hit the shelves in 2010
• Over the years, he's collaborated with and produced for artists like Benny Friedman, The Groggers, and Yosef Karduner.
Kunstler's music is a unique blend - think traditional Jewish themes meeting contemporary rock and pop. His work as a producer and arranger has only added to his reputation in the Jewish music industry.
After taking a breather for nine years (hey, even musicians need a break), Kunstler made a comeback in 2019 with the single "Up Like A Lion." He followed this up in 2020 with "Keli," featuring Yosef Karduner.
Currently Aryeh performs original music around the US and abroad.
Throughout his career, Kunstler has shown a knack for bridging traditional Jewish music with modern sounds. It's this versatility that's made him a respected figure in both religious and secular musical circles. In the world of Jewish music, Kunstler is definitely one to watch!