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At the Annual Meeting of Members at The 2017 NAMM Show, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) welcomed eight new board members to the organization’s Board of Directors. Each…
Elixir has just launched its latest string technology in the form of its new Optiweb electric guitar strings which aims to deliver the longevity that a coated string brings, matched…
The Adam Hall Group is continuing the rapid expansion of its international distribution network, establishing an exclusive partnership for South Africa, Namibia and Botswana with Mitech Distribution. The deal includes…
Legendary Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry was awarded the Les Paul Award at the 2017 TEC Awards ceremony on Saturday. Perry brought out fellow Hollywood Vampires bandmates Alice Cooper and Johnny…
Guitar Center has been expanding its presence nationwide with recent store grand openings in Alexandria, Virginia (January 12), and Goodlettsville, Tennessee (January 19). These grand openings further underscore Guitar Center’s…
While at the NAMM Show, Roland Corporation announced several new company positions as part of a comprehensive business plan designed to ensure ongoing expansion and long-term growth. The announcement was…
Every year since 2009, MMR has recognized significant figures in the world of MI who have contributed in meaningful ways to the advocacy of music education at the community and local levels…
Eastman Music Company has announced that they have made a significant investment in Backun Musical Services, manufacturer of clarinets and woodwind accessories. This investment builds upon the existing Eastman distribution…
On Thursday, Drum Workshop, Inc., appointed Hal Leonard as their exclusive U.S. representative of their Gretsch, Gibraltar, KAT, Percussion Plus and CB Percussion lines. The agreement will take effect on…
Chauvet DJ's Albert Chauvet (right) received the Dealers' Choice Award trophies for "DJ Line of the Year" and "Lighting Line of the Year" from MMR's Terry Lowe (left) on Thursday afternoon.
SABIAN president/CEO Andy Zildjian addresses the crowd at Thursday morning's press conference.
BOSS announced during Winter NAMM 2017 that a partnership is in the works between BOSS and Strandberg guitars. The to-be-named Strandberg/BOSS guitar will incorporate Roland V-Guitar capabilities like unique tones and instant alternate tunings into Strandberg guitars. A formal…
