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Retail & Business April 4, 2018

Hal Leonard Buys The Music Sales Group

Hal Leonard LLC has announced the purchase of the physical and online printed music businesses of global independent music publisher The Music Sales Group. In addition, Hal Leonard and The…

MMR Staff
Apr 4, 2018
Retail & Business March 29, 2018

Electro-Harmonix Launches Global B2B E-Commerce Website and Dealer Portal

​Electro-Harmonix has introduced a new web presence for retailers, shop.ehx.com, which provides customized service and accessibility, including:   ·         24/7 ordering experience optimized for all devices ·         On-demand account information, order status and…

MMR Staff
Mar 29, 2018
Retail & Business March 28, 2018

Music & Arts Opens New Store in Waco

Music & Arts has announced the unveiling of their newest musical instrument store and lessons facility, located in Waco, Texas. The new store will serve the residents of Waco and the…

MMR Staff
Mar 28, 2018
Retail & Business March 19, 2018

Venvell Moves up to Sales Director at Hal Leonard MGB

Hal Leonard MGB has promoted Tom Venvell to the position of sales director. In an expanded role, Venvell will oversee all aspects of the company’s sales operations throughout the UK and…

MMR Staff
Mar 19, 2018
Retail & Business March 19, 2018

Hal Leonard MGB Promotes Venvell to Sales Director

Hal Leonard MGB has announced the promotion of Tom Venvell to the position of sales director. In this expanded role, Venvell will oversee all aspects of the company’s sales operations…

MMR Staff
Mar 19, 2018
Retail & Business March 12, 2018

D’Addario Takes Control of Irish Sales

D’Addario UK will begin direct sales and marketing activity in the Republic of Ireland from April 1st, 2018. The decision means the end of D’Addario’s long-standing relationship with Keynote Music Sales which…

MMR Staff
Mar 12, 2018
Retail & Business March 8, 2018

Gibsons Lays Off Custom Shop Staff

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Mar 8, 2018
Retail & Business February 22, 2018

Spiralling Costs Force Dublin Store to Relocate

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Feb 22, 2018
Retail & Business February 22, 2018

G&L Adds Custom Shop Option

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MMR Staff
Feb 22, 2018
Retail & Business February 20, 2018

MJP Sales Announces U.S. Distribution Agreement with Ruach Music

MJP Sales Inc. has announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Ruach Music, the maker of hand-built cajons, stompboxes, and hardwood pedalboards. “When it comes to designing music gear, innovations are…

MMR Staff
Feb 20, 2018
Retail & Business February 16, 2018

Top-Tier Timekeepers: High-end Drum Kits Sales in 2018

MMR checks in with representatives from five major players in the design and production of high-end drum sets to learn about trends in that market segment, technical innovations, and the…

MMR Staff
Feb 16, 2018