Six13, named after the 613 commandments in Jewish law, has revolutionized Jewish music by blending traditional religious themes with contemporary a cappella style.
What makes this six-man vocal band truly unique is not just their ability to create full-band sounds using only their voices, but their diverse membership spanning different Jewish denominations, allowing them to connect with Jewish communities worldwide through a universal language of music that bridges ancient tradition with modern entertainment.
They have once again bridged the gap between tradition and pop culture by reimagining Broadway's "Wicked" as a Hanukkah celebration.
With their signature style that has earned them over 20 million views online and acclaim from the White House to Billy Joel, the group cleverly weaves the story of dreidels and miracles with Stephen Schwartz's beloved score, highlighting how both tales share messages of overcoming oppression and standing strong against overwhelming odds – themes that resonate deeply in both ancient and modern Jewish experience.
Their production is based on the music from the Broadway musical and motion picture "Wicked":
0:08 "Defining Destiny" ("Defying Gravity")
1:00 "Defiant Maccabees" ("Defying Gravity")
1:41 "Chanukah" ("Popular")
3:10 "Defining Destiny" (reprise)
CREDITS:
Music and original lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Six13’s lyrics by Lior Melnick, Nathaniel Ribner, Mike Boxer, Elliot Olshansky and Josh Sauer
Arranged by Mike Boxer
Recorded by Six13
Edited by Jeff Eames
Mixed by Ed Boyer
Mastered by Eric Scholz
Cover art by Lior Melnick
Produced by Mike Boxer
