Breaking industry news, announcements, and developments from across the music products world.
[caption id="attachment_87573" align="alignleft" width="460"] Fender CEO Andy Mooney and NAMM CEO John Mlynczak[/caption] In late June, it was announced that Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) would be exhibiting at The…
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…
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…
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, 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.…
[caption id="attachment_87803" align="alignleft" width="460"] Peter Janis[/caption] Radial Engineering® is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its founder, Peter Janis. Best remembered for his passionate dedication to his family, friends,…
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…
[caption id="attachment_87797" align="alignleft" width="460"] BASSBOSS speakers installed at Harper's Restaurant & Brew Pub[/caption] BES Entertainment, a Michigan-based provider of mobile DJ services and audio installations, has found their ideal speaker…
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…
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…
Given the immense talent of the athletes who competed at the XXXIII Olympiad, fans certainly witnessed many impressive feats, as records were broken. But stunning, barrier-breaking deeds were not limited…
WHO: Guitar Center, the world’s largest musical instrument retailer, partnering with Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW), one of the world’s preeminent manufacturers of drums and drum hardware. WHAT: “DW Factory Day,” a day-long…
