Jay Goldberg -- A Short Recap
Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment is an event and entertainment company established in 1971 to promote major live music concerts and to produce and develop festivals and corporate events.
Beginning with the early days of rock n’ roll, Jay has had the pleasure of working with many of the top names in the live music industry and have developed strong relationships with all of the major talent agencies. While rock n’ roll has been a strong focus of this company, JG E&E has diversified and now presents entertainment in many genres including but not limited to:
Country • Comedy • Rock n Roll • Jazz
R&B • Blues • World Beat • Variety
With strong entertainment industry relationships, there is no limit to the size or scope of production that can be produced and presented by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment.
With offices based in Central Illinois, Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment has produced concerts and individual events throughout the Midwest and other markets from Las Vegas in the West to Key Largo, Florida. We have access to all major markets and are able to facilitate any project from start to finish. We are always interested in looking at new entertainers and venues to work with, and are proud to discuss a possible working relationship with you.
Concerts & Events
Jay Goldberg promoted his first concert in 1971. The act was Uriah Heep Live at “The Barn” in Peoria, Illinois. Jay’s son Ian came on board in 1993. Together, there is over 50 years experience in the live entertainment industry. JG E&E have presented in concert over 1,750 acts during this career. Here is just a small list of the various performers that Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment has worked with over the years:
Elton John • John Mayer • Harry Connick, Jr. • Wallflowers • Tool • Genesis • Grateful Dead • Fleetwood Mac • George Winston • Arlo Guthrie • Allman Brothers • Tina Turner • Kenny G • Whitney Houston • John Mellencamp • Diana Ross • KISS • B.B. King • Marshall Tucker Band • Amy Grant • Fiona Apple • Kid Rock • Michael Bolton • REO Speedwagon • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles • Christmas On Ice With Nancy Kerrigan • NBA pre-season Basketball Game • Team USA Olympic Volleyball • Broadway Shows - Spamalot • Cirque Dreams illumination • A Chorus Line
All aspects of the live concert & event process are handled by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment. From the budget process, talent buying and media promotion, to the technical and site production, our staff and network of professionals offer a one-stop company that is Highly recognized in the industry.
