Harel Skaat (R.L) was born on August 8, in Kfar Saba, Israel
Harel was accepted into the second season of Israeli idol (the Israeli adaptation of American Idol) and was immediately a clear favorite for winning, receiving the highest number of votes during all stages of show with his stunning performances and inspiring vocal abilities.
At the season finale1, Harel won second place, a result which sparked heated debate in the general public in Israel, and a great outcry from Harel's numerous fans. It also set off a scandal over alleged fraud in the show's voting system.

Quarterfinals – in side


Semifinals – Loneliness



Final-I am here


In 2005 harel's started work on his own album together with music producer Izhar Ashdot.
And in2006 he is launched his first album, which achieved gold album status after 3 weeks and reached platinum later.
included ten songs, yielded five chart-leading hits, including 'And You', which was at the top of the charts for 7 weeks on all national radio stations.

How else can-


-something from me



and he was awarded all possible titles that year. Titles included:
His song 'And You' was declared Song of the Year 4on all radio station annual music charts.
He was declared Singer of the Year on all radio stations.

And you


He won the Song of the Year and Singer of the Year 6categories in the Israeli Music Channel Awards.


The Israeli Music Channel declared 'If He Goes' Music Video of

If he goes-

Harel embarked on an extensive, high-profile tour, which included more than 200 shows in concert halls all over Israel which was a solid sold-out success (an achievement previously reserved for veteran artists only). The tour won critical acclaim and marked a rare achievement in the Israeli music scene

Dream


The wind change direction


Singing to you


Currently,in 2009 Harel's second album has hit stores, and reached gold album status.
The album is titled 'Figures included Eleven songs '


I understand now


Come on now


Fin


Shine on me



All these and more have positioned Harel Skaat, as one of the leading and most sought-after artists in Israel, with the highest number of mentions on the web ,based on Google index rankings, with the largest fan site of all Israeli artists.
Thanks to Harel's star status and extraordinary vocal talent, he had the privilege to participate in numerous shows, big events and state ceremonies.

Rain


I think he can represent Israel in a very dignified and I wish him lots of success