Jeremy Marsh
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
London, GB
Profile Verified by The Marque
Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
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In Their Own Right
Biography
Jeremy Marsh is a well-known music industry executive with over four decades of experience leading major record labels. Jeremy is currently Chairman of Harry King TV, a leading Film & TV Production company. He serves as a Senior Advisor at Bell Partners Worldwide, a music rights acquisitions business. Jeremy has been engaged by Investec to leverage his extensive network of senior executives in the music industry and connect them with the firm’s portfolio of investment services.
Jeremy launched Breaking Wave Group on 1 July 2026, alongside co-founders Nick Stewart, James Radice, and Marc Marot, each of whom brings high-level expertise in the music industry, including senior roles at Island Records and Warner Music Group. The company is focused on recorded music, music publishing, and the management of legacy artists such as 10cc, Rumer, and Lemon Jelly, while also supporting the development of emerging talent.
Throughout his distinguished career, Jeremy has held senior positions at leading entertainment companies, including Virgin Records, Warner Bros. Records, RCA, and BMG, significantly influencing the music and entertainment industries. His leadership and forward-thinking strategies in these roles left a lasting impact on the industry. Over the course of his career, he has worked with some of the most prominent figures in music, including Take That, Enya, Dua Lipa, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Annie Lennox, and Simon Cowell, among others.
Jeremy is known for his entrepreneurial spirit and philanthropic efforts. He was the Co-Chairman of Fundraising at Nordoff Robbins. The charity provides music therapy to people with physical and learning disabilities.
Jeremy's career in the entertainment industry started as Marketing Manager at Polydor, a renowned British record label.
He completed the Advanced Management Programme at Harvard Business School and earned a BA in Business Studies from the University of West London.
The Record
Background
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Present
Senior Advisor
Bell Partners Worldwide
Bell Partners Worldwide specialises in music rights acquisitions.
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2024 — Present
Chairman
Harry King Television
Harry King Television is a production company looking to create original television formats in both drama and factual entertainment genres.
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2025 — Present
Consultant
Investec Bank plc
Investec is an Anglo-South African banking and wealth management group providing services to high-net-worth individuals, businesses, corporates, and institutions across Europe, Southern Africa, and Asia-Pacific. Services include private banking, wealth management, lending, transactional banking, and international investment solutions.
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2026 — Present
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Breaking Wave Group
Breaking Wave Group focuses on recorded music, music publishing, and the management of legacy artists, working across the development, stewardship, and long-term value of music catalogues and artist estates.
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2009 — 2013
Vice Chairman
Warner Music Group
Jeremy rejoined Warner Music and was named Vice Chairman of Warner UK in 2009.
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2013 — 2017
EVP International
Warner Music Group
Jeremy was promoted to EVP of the International division and steered campaigns for Coldplay, Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran during this time.
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2018 — 2021
Chief Global Marketing Officer
Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group (WMG) is one of the world's largest music entertainment companies, with a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Headquartered in New York City, WMG operates as a multinational conglomerate, encompassing various record labels, publishing divisions, and artist management companies.
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1992 — 1995
Managing Director
RCA
RCA Records, a known British record label, has a rich legacy and a diverse roster of artists spanning various genres, including pop, rock, and hip-hop. Jeremy revived the company and launched the careers of Annie Lennox, Take That and M People.
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1990 — 1992
Managing Director
Warner Bros. Records Inc.
Warner Bros. Records Inc, was the recorded music division of Warner Bros. - a leading force in the global entertainment industry.
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1999 — 2004
Managing Director
Telstar Music Group Limited
Telstar Music Group, a prominent British music company, played a significant role in shaping the music landscape from the 1980s to the early 2000s. Founded in 1982, Telstar was known for its diverse range of music releases, spanning various genres including pop, rock, and dance.
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1995 — 1999
President
Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG)
Promoted to President of Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), Jeremy oversaw RCA, Arista and DeConstruction and grew the business during his tenure.
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1987 — 1989
Managing Director
Virgin Records
Virgin Records is a subsidiary of the Virgin Group, a renowned British multinational conglomerate, founded by Sir Richard Branson in 1970.
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1984 — 1986
Marketing Manager
Polydor
Polydor Records, a well-known British record label established in 1954, is a powerhouse in the music industry, responsible for discovering, nurturing, and promoting talented artists across a diverse range of genres. With a rich history of chart-topping hits and ground-breaking releases, Polydor is at the forefront of music production, distribution, and artist management.
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2004 — 2009
Chief Executive Officer
JML Partnership
JML Partnership is a global management company that provides a wide range of professional services to clients across various industries worldwide. Specialising in management consulting, advisory services, and strategic planning, JML assists businesses in enhancing their operational efficiency, driving growth, and achieving their strategic objectives.
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2021 — 2024
Special Advisor | Global Catalogue
Warner Music Group
On his return to the UK, Jeremy led Catalogue marketing across the firm's key artists and provided advisory services to the business.
In The News
Newsfeed
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6 August 2026 · Outward Bound and Me
Jeremy Marsh on a family legacy, finding his rhythm, and topping the global music charts
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20 July 2026 · LinkedIn
The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland
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1 July 2026 · Music Week
Breaking Wave Group launched by Beth Claridge, Nick Stewart, Jeremy Marsh, James Radice & Marc Marot
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25 March 2024
As long as you love every twist and turn, every slap in the face and every pat on the back
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Formative Years
Education
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University of West London
BA Business Studies
1979 — 1983
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Marlborough College
1973 — 1978
Areas Of Focus