Welcome to Phil Jacobs Music

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Discover a musical journey that stirs the soul and inspires the spirit. 

Phil Jacobs Music crafts unforgettable melodies and live performances that resonate with every listener, creating moments that truly move you.

Phil Jacobs is an English-born, Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose musical journey began at age 13, the moment he first heard Eddie Van Halen. That spark led him to pick up his first electric guitar — a pink Fender Heavy Metal Strat — and set him on a lifelong path of sound, expression, and authenticity.

In high school, Phil received the Excellence in Music & Mathematics Award, recognizing both his musical ability and his academic strength. He later studied jazz trumpet at Concordia University, minoring in mathematics and physics.

Shortly after this time, he continued with religious studies and trained under the lead trumpet chair of The Phantom of the Opera (Toronto), gaining deep classical and jazz foundations that continue to influence his phrasing, tone, and melodic sensibilities.

Phil taught himself to sing in an unconventional way — through countless nights at karaoke clubs — discovering his voice at age 25. By his late 20s, he moved into full-time gigging as a solo acoustic performer, duet partner under the name 'A Guy, A Girl and a Guitar, and later frontman of a three-piece band (The Phil Jacobs Band) formed at the request of a venue owner.

He performed extensively throughout Toronto, Northern Ontario, and into the U.S., building a reputation for heartfelt delivery, raw emotion, and musical versatility. 

A serious health setback forced Phil into a long hiatus of more than 20 years.  

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Now in his early 50s, he has returned to music with renewed passion, depth, and purpose — and an unmistakable sense of gratitude.  

Since settling in the Chatham-Kent area, he has immersed himself in the local arts community through song circles and regular performances at the former Good Days Café, and now Crow City Coffee in Chatham. 

In recent years, Phil has reignited his career with a powerful wave of momentum, performing at venues such as Cove’s Landing, Glass Town Brewing Co., The Garden On King, Sons of Kent Brewing Co., Bayside Brewing Co., Roots & Revival Festival, The Bank Theatre, Grog's Bar & Grill, Legion Br #243, Chuck's Roadhouse, Wild Wings Roadhouse, and Jazz Bah, along with numerous private events. 

His solo act has flourished, and he is now assembling a new three-piece band focused on his original music — paired with familiar songs reimagined through his soulful, guitar-driven style. 

His influences span decades and genres: Eddie Van Halen, Angus Young, Clark Terry, Clifford Brown, and many others who’ve shaped his eclectic approach to melody, tone, rhythm, and improvisation. 

Phil is currently releasing a catalogue of original songs written and recorded over the past 25 years on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and all major streaming platforms. His sound blends soulful storytelling, guitar-forward expression, and an unmistakable authenticity — the hallmark of an artist who has lived, learned, returned, and evolved. 

For more info on Phil's education, experience and training please click here.

ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉🎉🎉 BOOKING INFORMATION 

We’ve been busy planning an incredible year ahead and are thrilled to announce that our 2026 show calendar will be ready to share soon! 

If you would like to book Phil Jacobs Solo or Band for your Party, Venue, Special Event, or Corporate Function, please click the booking button or: 

email: info@philjacobsmusic.com 

Attention: Phil Jacobs Management