Rami Kleinstein (in Hebrew: רמי קלינשטיין) is a celebrated Israeli composer, pianist, and singer, widely regarded as one of Israel's most important musicians. His musical talent has earned him comparisons to Elton John and Billy Joel, due to his sophisticated piano playing, evocative lyrics, and ability to blend Israeli pop, rock, and ballads in his compositions.

Since the early 1990s, Rami has been an influential figure in the Israeli music scene, creating a catalog that spans genres, from pop and rock to classical and jazz-influenced styles. His ability to blend Western influences with Israeli themes and his evocative lyricism helped redefine the sound of Israeli popular music.

Before embarking on his successful solo career, Rami was a founding member of the band HaMoa'tza (in Hebrew: המועצה or רמי קלינשטיין והמועצה), active from 1983 to 1985. The band was known for its innovative harmonies and compositions, which laid the groundwork for Rami’s later solo work, allowing him to shape the direction of Israeli music in the years that followed.

Rami’s first solo album was released in 1991, followed by a string of successful albums in the following years. In 1995, his album Tapuchim U'Tmarim (תפוחים ותמרים, "Apples and Dates") reached triple platinum status and earned him the title of "Singer of the Year" from Israeli Radio and Television. The massive success of his sixth album, Kol Ma SheTirtzi (כל מה שתרצי, "Everything You Want"), which achieved triple platinum status within just ten days of release in 1997, solidified Rami’s position as a pioneer in modern Israeli music.
In 2005, Rami released the massively successful album Harbe Panim (הרבה פנים, "Many Faces"), which earned critical acclaim and dominated the Israeli music charts.

Rami’s contribution to Israeli music goes beyond his solo work. He is an acclaimed composer and arranger, known for his work with prominent artists, especially his former wife, Rita (in Hebrew: ריטה), one of Israel's greatest vocalists. The collaborations between the two remain iconic within the Israeli music landscape, with many of their songs becoming part of the soundtrack of modern Israeli life.

Rami's contributions extend beyond music as well. He has been an active advocate for Israeli culture and an important figure in shaping the identity of contemporary Israeli music. Through his vast influence as a composer and performer, Rami Kleinstein has left an indelible mark on Israel’s musical landscape and continues to be celebrated for his contributions to both the local and global music scenes.

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