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Following up on his popular NAMM U webinar, Bob Phibbs (a.k.a., "The Retail Doctor") returns on Thursday, May 7 for an online session about reopening a music retail business in the "new normal." He’ll…
For those problems without an immediate solution, what does one do? You try your best and evolve as developments unfold. For those in MI – as in virtually every industry…
Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) have ideas to help locked-down drummers practice at home, improve technique, and stay motivated and inspired. For those honing their craft while at home, Drum Channel (DC) is…
Hal Leonard has announced the release of Hal Leonard Digital Books, a new streaming platform designed to provide musicians of all instruments and skill levels with a fully-interactive, multimedia experience…
Renkus-Heinz has announced that Griffith Sales Associates of Duluth, Georgia, now represents Renkus-Heinz solutions in Florida and Puerto Rico. Griffith Sales Associates currently represents Renkus-Heinz in the Southeast U.S. The…
In an effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and keep MI retailers healthy, OMG Music has launched a free mask initiative. MI stores can email info@henryhellermusic.com to put…
Peavey Commercial Audio® announces that moving forward, the company will handle its own sales and consulting for its commercial audio division in the United Kingdom. These core functions were handled…
With so many of its retail partners unable to function normally due to the Covid-19 health crisis, Key Leaves has announced a “Music Store Stimulus” program. Key Leaves will credit…
With so many of its retail partners unable to function normally due to the current health crisis, JodyJazz has announced its “Dealer COVID-19 Direct Sales Advocacy Program.” JodyJazz will seek…
In light of retail store closures due to COVID-19 precautions, the Percussion Marketing Council has revised the “Get Your Sticks Together” free drum lesson program to include online lessons. Currently,…
As music recording began moving into the DIY realm 30-some-odd years ago, MI retail responded by establishing its own footprint in that category. What began with a Tascam PortaStudio and…
When MIDI – Musical Instrument Digital Interface – first came on the scene in 1983, it ushered in a revolution that essentially merged the ideas of musical instruments (certain ones,…
