Molecular biology graduate Jeremy Zucker transitioned from bedroom production in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, to international streaming success. His breakthrough arrived with the 2018 track "Comethru," which gained traction following his college graduation. Since entering the music industry, he has cultivated a distinct pop sound that balances introspective songwriting with collaborative efforts across multiple EPs and studio albums.
Early Development and Education
Raised in a musical household, Zucker began his creative output at Ramapo High School, where he participated in a band called the Foreshadows. Before pursuing music as a primary career, he worked as a snowboard instructor. He subsequently enrolled at Colorado College, completing a degree in molecular biology in 2018. His formal training coincided with his initial forays into digital music distribution.
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Zucker began self-releasing EPs in 2015 with "Beach Island," followed by "Breathe" in 2016. His collaboration with artist Blackbear on the track "Talk Is Overrated" marked a significant step in his professional integration within the pop scene. By 2018, he had released the acoustic-focused "Stripped" and "Glisten," followed by the successful "Summer" EP, which contained his career-defining single, "Comethru."
Collaborative Projects and Solo Albums
Much of Zucker's commercial profile is tied to his partnership with singer Chelsea Cutler. Their collaborative series, "Brent," began in 2019 and continued through "Brent II" and the 2024 album "Brent III." Between these projects, Zucker focused on solo output, releasing his debut album "Love Is Not Dying" in 2020, "Crusher" in 2021, and his third studio album, "Garden State," in 2025.
Fast facts
- Born: 1996, Franklin Lakes
- Education: Colorado College, 2018
- First breakthrough hit: 'Bout It (2016)
- Debut album: Love Is Not Dying (2020)
- Spouse: Mathilda Lou Roettger
- Musical influences: Blink-182, Jon Bellion, Bon Iver
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter
Questions readers ask
What did Jeremy Zucker study in college?
He earned a degree in molecular biology from Colorado College in 2018.
Is Jeremy Zucker still releasing music?
Yes, his latest studio album, Garden State, was released on August 22, 2025.
Achievements
- Genres: pop music
