Anton Krutz – The Journey of a Passionate Craftsman
In 1976, eight-year-old Anton Krutz left St. Petersburg, Russia with his parents to begin a new life in the United States – in Kansas City, Missouri, to be exact. His…
Ring the Bell: Back to School Sales
For some MI retailers, the weeks leading up to the new school year represent amongst the most robust sales in the calendar year. To capitalize further on the profit potential…
The Best of Both the Past and the Present: Fender’s Justin Norvell Dishes on the New Vintera Series
In June of this year, Fender introduced the world to its new Vintera Series of electric guitars. This vintage-inspired lineup features specs from classic models of years gone by: colors…
Wham, Bam – Thank You, NAMM
Unpacking from NAMM Ahhh… you are back in the office and now the real work begins – reviewing your take-aways from Summer NAMM. By any measure, the summer show was,…
Confessions of a Succession Planner
After almost two decades as a financial advisor, there is one lesson I have learned that I can reveal with completely certainty: people are “planning averse.” When it comes to…
Fighting the Good Fight and Connecting with Kids
We report often on the valiant efforts of the likes of NAMM’s annual D.C. Fly-In and other organizations (VH1’s Save the Music, Mr. Holland’s Opus Music Foundation, and countless along…
What’s in Store for Store Rents
Depending on where you live, you may have noticed that a rather large number of retail storefronts have been sitting empty for a rather long time. Long, as in years,…
Casio at Summer NAMM 2019
Casio's Mike Martin discusses the reboot of the company's Casiotone line. Watch more clips from Summer NAMM 2019 at MMR TV!
Yamaha Guitars at Summer NAMM 2019
Yamaha's Andy Winston discusses the new FG Red Label series at the recent industry gathering in Nashville. See more clips from Summer NAMM at MMR TV!
Trade Regrets: Aspen Pittman
Aspen Pittman, the legendary founder of Groove Tubes and Aspen Pittman Designs, passed away August 10, 2019, as the result of injuries suffered from an automobile crash in Southern California…
Yamaha Hosts State Senator Archuleta and U.S. Representative Cisneros in Visits to YCA Headquarters
State Senator Bob J. Archuleta and U.S. Representative Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr., who represent the city of Buena Park in the California State Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, respectively,…
Roland Showcases TR-808 Drum Machine on 808 Day
Roland is showcasing its TR-808 as part of 808 Day, the global music community’s annual salute to the world-famous drum machine. In addition, Larry Smith Jr., Rashad Smith, and Iz…