See What’s NeXT for NAMM
NAMM NeXT 2024, held July 16-17 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, was not a typical Summer NAMM Show in Nashville. It was a completely different approach to gathering NAMM manufacturers,…
They’re (Almost) Baaaaaa-ack! – Back to School Sales
It’s rapidly approaching that time again – Every school-age child’s nightmare (well… quite a few of them) and many a parent’s dream: back to school season! I remember all too…
Get Back: Andy Mooney and John Mlynczak on Fender’s Return to Anaheim and the Future of the NAMM Show
Fender CEO Andy Mooney and NAMM CEO John Mlynczak In late June, it was announced that Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) would be exhibiting at The NAMM Show once again…
NAMM NeXT: Learning From the Best
Everyone who attended would agree the inaugural session of NAMM NeXT was certainly a success. In typical NAMM fashion, the attention to detail was impeccable. Now more than ever, our…
Talking ‘The New Musician’ with Menzie Pittman
This month, I’m dedicating this space to a discussion I recently had with longtime MMR columnist and award-winning MI retailer and educator, Menzie Pittman (of Virginia’s Contemporary Music Center), about…
Hercules Stands Debuts Desktop Music Stand
On-the-go musicians juggling packed schedules and tight spaces now have the ultimate solution thanks to Hercules Stands. Renowned for its commitment to excellence in musical accessories, Hercules Stands celebrates the…
Kyra Curenton Brings Her Dynamic Drumming Talent to Mapex
Kyra Curenton, a Nashville-based drummer with a captivating blend of energy, technique, and positivity is geared up to shine as the most recent addition to the Mapex Drums artist roster.…
Radial Mourns Loss of Founder Peter Janis
Peter Janis Radial Engineering® is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its founder, Peter Janis. Best remembered for his passionate dedication to his family, friends, and work, Janis launched…
Focusrite Group Brands Offer Free Immersive Audio Expert Guide
Focusrite and sibling brand ADAM Audio, of Focusrite Group, have set out to educate the marketplace on the subject of immersive audio with a new highly accessible resource. Focusrite Group’s…
BASSBOSS is Speaker Solution of Choice for BES Entertainment
BASSBOSS speakers installed at Harper’s Restaurant & Brew Pub BES Entertainment, a Michigan-based provider of mobile DJ services and audio installations, has found their ideal speaker solution with BASSBOSS. Matt…
Sennheiser, Pioneer DJ, and CHAUVET DJ, Unite for the Glimmer & Groove Entertainment Roadshow
Sennheiser is proud to be bringing the electrifying entertainment roadshow Glimmer & Groove to a city near you, in collaboration with Pioneer DJ by AlphaTheta and CHAUVET DJ. This partnership…
Bolanos Joins FMIC Marketing Team
Celina Bolanos has been named Marketing & Social Media Coordinator for Jackson, EVH, Charvel, and Gretsch brands. Bolanos will be overseeing all PR/Comms efforts for Jackson, EVH and Charvel. Originally from…