K&M Supports Guitars for Vets
König & Meyer (K&M) is supporting Guitars for Vets, a foundation that supports our veterans who turn to music in a time of great need. K&M is happy to contribute to…
EAW Names King Marketing & Communications Manager
Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) has named Louie King marketing & communications manager. King is tasked with managing EAW’s worldwide marketing initiatives including advertising, branding, communications and digital marketing. The announcement…
NAMM Welcomes New Board Members and Honors those Completing Their Term
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…
Q&A: Justin Fogleman, Elixir
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…
New African partner for Adam Hall
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…
Perry Receives Les Paul Award
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…
Two New Store Openings for GC
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…
Roland Announces New Company Positions
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…
2017 Don Johnson Award Winners: Full Compass' Susan and Jonathan Lipp
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 Partners with Backun
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…
New Deal in Place Between Hal Leonard and DW
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 with DCA Trophies at NAMM
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.