In the wake of war, Nefesh Mountain releases "More Love"

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 – In the wake of the war between Israel and Hamas, Nefesh Mountain will release the Tim O'Brien song, "More Love," on Nov. 15 from their forthcoming 2024 EP, "The Cabin Sessions."

Nefesh Mountain, a Jewish-themed Americana band led by husband-and-wife duo Doni Zasloff and Eric Lindberg, also issued a state decrying the loss of life of both Jews and Palestinians along with speaking out against hate and anti-Semitism.

"More Love" was originally slated to be released in January 2024, but was moved up because of the war. The EP will be out Feb. 2.

"Our hearts were shattered on October 7 after the horrifying terrorist attack in Israel, which resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives and the taking of hostages, and continue to splinter into pieces as the war ensues on the people of Gaza who are tragically caught in the crossfire. As Jewish Americans and humanitarians who have always stood up against injustices in the US and abroad, we aim to use our voices today to speak out with love and clarity in these dark times with a 'Yes/And' approach. So, while we are devastated after the barbaric Hamas attacks on October 7, cry and mourn with our friends and family in Israel, and continue to defend its right to merely exist as the only Jewish state in the world — we simultaneously acknowledge and decry the decades long tragedy experienced by so many Palestinians in Gaza and The West Bank, and the way in which this subsequent war is affecting and hurting thousands. As musicians, all we have to offer is our music, so we are urgently releasing our version of 'More Love,' the beautiful and timeless song by the great Tim O'Brien, with endless hope for a better world. The best songs speak from every angle and every side all at once, this cry for more love, understanding and compassion does exactly that."

"We have seen a completely unprecedented and horrifying rise in antisemitism across the globe these past few weeks, and as a band we've been fighting against this Jewish hate, and spreading awareness about our love for Jewish heritage and culture for the better part of 10 years. While we are shocked and sickened by the atrocities and hatred toward Jews on the streets, antisemitism on college campuses, vandalizing buildings, violence and vindictive hate speech, we will nonetheless aim to be a beacon of light and share our message of unity, peace and love with as many out there that are willing to hear it."