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Jerry Moss

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Jerry Moss · Arts & Literature

What

Co-founded A&M Records (the 'M') — home of The Carpenters, The Police and Janet Jackson

When

1935, New York City, United States — 2023, Bel Air, Los Angeles, California, United States

Where

United States

Founded
A&M RecordsA&M Records1962
Biography

Jerry Moss is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Co-founded A&M Records (the 'M') — home of The Carpenters, The Police and Janet Jackson

How & why

Jerry Moss co-founded A&M Records with Herb Alpert in 1962 — the 'M' of the label — building one of the most successful independent record companies, home to artists such as The Carpenters, The Police and Janet Jackson. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He was born to a Jewish family in the Bronx.

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Source: Wikipedia; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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Co-founded A&M Records (the 'M') — home of The Carpenters, The Police and Janet Jackson

1962

Source: Wikipedia; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame