The Jac Holzman Papers span the years 1953-2014. The collection consists of 5.09 linear feet of correspondence, photographs, press clippings, audiocassettes, VHS tapes, and interview transcripts regarding the history of Elektra Records. It includes materials on David Geffen, Jann Wenner, Lenny Kaye, Clive Davis, Jackson Browne, Eric Burdon, and members of the Doors. Series I: Interviews for Follow the Music is arranged alphabetically, and Series II: Business Files is arranged in the order in which it was received. The items in this collection primarily cover Holzman's time with Elektra Records, but also include business papers and correspondence from his time at Warner Communications, FirstMedia, and later years. This collection provides valuable insight into Holzman's long and diverse career, as well as a comprehensive look into the creation and lasting impact of Elektra Records.
Notes
Citation: [Identification of Item], Jac Holzman Papers, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Language Note: Collection is primarily in English; materials in French are indicated at the item level.
Processing Information: Processed by Lindsey Sprague, Intern. Completed July 31, 2017. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual.
Acquisition Note: The Jac Holzman Papers were received by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc., as a gift from Holzman on April 19, 2017.
Access
Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
The condition of some of the audiovisual materials in this collection have not yet been determined for playback purposes and they are, therefore, RESTRICTED. Access copies of these materials may have to be created prior to use. Consult the Library and Archives staff in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
Use
The copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.
