Izabo is an Israeli band whose music encompasses many different genres. Most of the band members are experienced musicians on the Israeli music scene. The lead singer and guitarist, Ran Shem-Tov is a versatile producer, who worked with artists such as Yehudit Ravitz, Anat Damon and Dikla and recorded soundtracks. The other players are successful session musicians.
Izabo's debut LP, The Fun Makers, was released late 2003 to great critical acclaim. The songs Morning Hero and Cook Me became significant radio hits in Israel. In the following months Izabo signed on to Sony BMG, which released their British debut, The Morning Hero EP. The release was accompanied by a concert tour which took Izabo to England, Scotland and the Netherlands.
Their second LP, Super Light, was released in July 2008. The first single out of the LP is "Slow Disco", released on June 16, 2008.
In early February 2012, it was revealed that the band had been chosen by a group of mass communications and music industry experts to represent their home country in the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 in Baku. However, they did not manage to make it past the semi final.
On the May 21, 2012, Izabo released the album Life Is On My Side in the UK, through 100% Records.
