Seems like some of you were pissed with the omissions on our previous Top 10 Jewish Musicians list. Some of your gripes were legitimate – Lou Reed, Billy Joel – some of your comments were ridiculous - Matisyahu, Bette Midler. In any case, I want to address five musicians we purposely left off the list (Sorry your uncle Mo Goldstein who plays air guitar in your aunt’s basement does not count). As always, the worst is reserved for last. Without further delay, please find the 5 Worst Jewish Musicians of All Time.

#5 Adam Levine

Adam Levine is a hack – briefly popular in the mid 00’s, most everyone now agrees that Maroon 5 sucks. In fairness getting hot Christian Jessica Simpson to commit adultery against Nick Lachey of 98 Degrees fame is a major win for the J Team.

Number #4 Lenny Kravitz

Before everyone starts whining that he is not Jewish lets take a step back and realize the obvious. His name is KRAVITZ…Lenny Kravitz. Anyways, I actually think he is a great musician. I am just jealous that he had bedded the likes of Adriana Lima among others. His inclusion on this list is motivated by pure jealousy.

#3 Madonna aka Madonna Louise Ciccone

I know people will be divided about this one, but the only contribution to music I think Madge has ever made involves that music video for “Take a Bow” where she is slithering around in lingerie exposing a huge rack. Nice. The only way Madonna avoids this list is the very real claim that she is not Jewish. After all MADONNA does scream Catholic no? Not so sure about the whole Kabbalah thing.

#2 Adam Sandler

This actor / musician / comedian offends me on so many levels. Every time I see him I ask myself “How did this guy become famous again”. Granted his Hanukkah song is brilliant, but what else has he done besides shitty films? Little Nicky, Mr. Deeds, Billy Madison…should I continue?

#1 David Lee Roth aka Diamond Dave

After careful consideration, I have decided that David “Diamond Dave” Lee Roth is both the BEST and the WORST Jewish musician of all time. Listen to his lyrics with both Van Halen & as a soloist – great. Listen to his vocals – shit. Zero work ethic, all flash, womanizer – these are all characteristics which are BOTH repugnant and inspiring. DIAMOND DAVE is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma.

In commemoration of Passover, we have put together a list of the Top 10 Jewish musicians. We have interviewed the experts, put a lot of thought into this (15 minutes tops) and are pretty comfortable saying that this is the list that will be referenced for many a Passover to come! To add to the suspense, we are going to start with Number #10 and work our way down to el mero mero / Big Boss Number #1. Yeah – I am pumped!

Number #10 – Gene Simmons aka Chaim Witz

Personally, I am not a big KISS fan. But, hey this is a guy who has slept with THOUSANDS of women. That is amazing and I am in awe. Additionally, I admire his savvy as a marketer. After all, we are talking about someone who many consider to be more a business man than a musician (talkin about you Bob Leftez).

Number #9 – Perry Farrell aka Peretz Bernstein

Perry Farrell, currently masquerading around an LA club near you as DJ Peretz is a genius. I know that most people agree with me on this, but I still feel like he doesn’t get enough love from mainstream hacks and the casual listener. I once watched him live and I have to tell you – the founder of Jane’s Addiction, Lollapalooza brings the noise.

Number #8 – Randy Newman

My surprise choice! But, hey Randy is a talented songwriter and composer with a unique perspective. Plus how many times do you hear morning talk shows and sports teams rocking out to “I Love LA” in Los Angeles? Gotta show Randy some love.

Number #7 – Beastie Boys

My lone group choice is going in mid-list. The boys from Brooklyn were representing Jews and white people alike in the rap game years before Eminem was around. Kudos to

Number #6 Burt Bacharach

Another old school choice. For those of you that don’t know, Burt Bacharach is basically the standard by which all musical writers are compared. Think “The Look of Love” and “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”. In my humble opinion, I think Burt can perform quite well and is obviously a world class pianist. Or maybe I am just saying this because my little sister is friends with his son and she said he is a down to earth guy. Whatever…

Number #5 David Bowie

America’s favorite androgynous sweetheart. Famous for taking on the immensely creative persona of alien Mick Jagger – Bowie is a headline maker. For those of you that aren’t hip enough to know, Brazilian musician Seu Jorge – Knockout Ned from City of God – re-worked his Life in Mars album in Portuguese. Fantastic stuff.

Number #4 Neil Diamond

Apart from his weak time wardrobe – Neil Diamond is a very talented man. Not exactly my cup of tea, but this guy knows how to move Neil Diamond concert tickets. Don’t mess with Neil.

Number #3 Paul Simon

I love Paul Simon. This is a musician’s musician with great material ranging from “Down by the School Yard” to that horrendous Daughter Song he released a few years back. Also kudos to Chevy Chase for appearing in his videos – that added to his credibility I am sure.

Number #2 Bob Dylan aka Robert Allen Zimmerman

The original “America’s Poet” has been rocking out ever since he went electric. Bob Dylan is great and no one can touch him in terms of his artistic achievement. Even better he accomplished everything he set out to do without having any ability to sing! Crazy…

Number #1 David Lee Roth aka Diamond Dave

There are a lot of more deserving musicians who didn’t make this list (Billy Joel, Lou Reed etc). This is due to a number of reasons (alcohol, carelessness etc.) But I have to be honest – Diamond Dave is Number #1 in my book because he is a PIMP. I read his biography and was blown away. This guy ran through chicks like his name was Wilt Chamberlain. It is also inspiring to learn that you can become uber rich by completely disregarding your craft, whoring, and generally doing things your own way….the Diamond Dave way!