Musicians' Union seeks UK venue backing
The Musicians’ Union (MU) is continuing to lobby the UK Government to introduce an ‘Agent of Change Principle’ law to protect live music and entertainment venues. The MU has identified a…
Shure expands Euro office network
Microphone specialist Shure, has opened three new offices across Europe, including a new Russian offshoot and added a new Norwegian audio distributor. The firm opened an office in Dubai last…
Barnes and Mullins site backs trad offering
UK distributor and manufacturer Barnes & Mullins has created a new website specifically for its still burgeoning traditional instrument offering. While the firm currently enjoys success with a wide range…
JodyJazz Completes Major Factory & Office Expansion
JodyJazz Inc announced the completion of a major expansion of its premises in Savannah, GA including additional factory space and new offices. Owing to significant growth over the past few…
NAMM Foundation Grants $600,000 to Global Nonprofit Music Making and Music Education Programs
In 2015, the NAMM Foundation will invest $600,000 in grant funding into 17 global music making programs. This year’s list of grant recipients includes community, national and industry-based organizations that…
Trade Regrets: Gunther Schuller
Over the weekend, MMR received the following from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino regarding the passing of musician and author Guhther Schuller, who passed away on June 21: Gunther Schuller passed…
KMC Music Rolls Out 'Back to School Sales Bonanza' Promotion Through July 31st
Underscoring its commitment to offer MI retailers the largest array of seasonally themed promotion programs, KMC Music announced the launch of its “Back-to-School Sales Bonanza,” featuring dozens of brands and…
Neon Trees Use Allen & Heath's iLive T-112 On Tour
“An Intimate Night Out with Neon Trees” is taking the U.S. by storm as they tour this summer using the Allen & Heath iLive T-112. Branden Campbell, bass guitarist for Neon…
PRS summer promo boost
PRS has announced the return of its value-adding Summer Promo. Customers buying a US-made 'Core' guitar, S2 guitar or US-made amplifier from an authorised dealer before 31st August will qualify…
RETAIL HACKS: Label with love
In the first of a new series (that very much depends on your response by the way) retailers send us their everyday shortcuts that help their shops function better and…
POLL: What now for trade shows?
With costs increasing every year, while other forms of marketing get cheaper and easier, are the days of the big international trade show over? Musikmesse is now largely a consumer…
IN THE HOTSEAT WITH: Darren Power, Yamaha Europe
Our series of in-depth profiles continues with director of Yamaha's European Professional Music division, Darren Power. A man who is no stranger to forklifts and Texan Calypso... Name: Darren Power Job Title: European…