Neil Jacobson Explained

Neil Jacobson (born 28 April 1977) is an American music executive and former president of Geffen Records.[1] [2] [3]

In December 2019, Jacobson left UMG and created Hallwood Media, an independent music management company, publisher, and record label.[4] [5]

Early life and career

Neil Jacobson was born in Oceanside, New York.[6] He first started playing folk guitar at age seven, and then played drums. At age 15, his focus turned to the music industry. He had been inspired to become a record label executive while working his first job as a caddy at the Deepdale Golf Club.

In 1999, Jacobson attended the Berklee College of Music where he first met Jeff Bhasker.[7] He continued his music education studying percussion at Shenandoah University, formerly Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music. Upon completion of his studies there, he returned to New York to attend Manhattan School of Music but did not complete his academic studies.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Music exec Neil Jacobson sells in Venice, sets sights on Beverly Hills. November 11, 2016. Los Angeles Times.
  2. Geffen Records to Relaunch With Neil Jacobson as President: Exclusive. March 23, 2017. Billboard.
  3. Web site: Neil Jacobson Launches Producer Management Company Hallwood Media . Yahoo News Philippines . 2018-08-26 . 2020-09-11.
  4. Web site: Neil Jacobson Launches Producer Management Company Hallwood Media . Variety . 2020-05-19 . 2020-09-11.
  5. Web site: Neil Jacobson: How to Go From Golf Caddy to Geffen Records President. March 24, 2017. Billboard.com.
  6. Web site: Neil Jacobson's Bio . Neiljmusic.com. 2020-09-11.
  7. Web site: Ingham . Tim . 'Creativity is a muscle. It must be worked out. It must be pushed.' . Music Business Worldwide . 2019-05-21 . 2020-09-11.