The Real Value in Telling a True Story
Anyone who reads MMR’s “Small Business Matters” already knows that I believe a special and unique character trait about the music industry is that our industry produces the best storytellers.…
2017: A Look Back
2017 has certainly given us plenty to discuss and contemplate. From email hacks to Russian interference in the U.S. political process, deadly hurricanes to NFL player protests, sexual harassment accusations…
‘Tis the Season to be Optimistic
As we head into the holiday selling season, one riddled with stories about how Amazon will soon be getting access to our homes, it’s worth remembering a couple of things:…
Blizzard Lighting Wins PLSN’s 2017 Gold Star Product Award
Blizzard Lighting’s LOOP linear LED moving head won PLSN’s 2017 Gold Star Product Award for Best New Eye Candy fixture at LDI this year. “Once I get back from the…
Ibanez Hosts Rock & Rebuild Charity Fundraiser
This holiday season, Ibanez has launched the Rock & Rebuild charity fundraiser. The fundraiser will be running from December 1, 2017 to January 6, 2018, and will be conducted on crowdrise.com.…
Music Nomad Adds New Work Mat Accessory
Accessories brand MusicNomad has added a Premium Work Mat and 5-in-1 Cradle Cube neck support, designed to help with repairs and maintenance on any string instrument. Laying your instrument on…
Blondie Drummer Joins Protection Racket
Blondie’s veteran sticksman, Clem Burke, has become the latest endorser of Protection Racket’s range of drum cases. Burke was recently included in Rolling Stones 100 Greatest Drummers Of All Time.…
Yamaha Honors Kite and Magadini with Legacy in Education Awards
Yamaha has honored Rebecca Kite and Pete Magadini with the company's prestigious Legacy in Education Awards. Kite and Magadini were given the awards at the annual Percussive Arts Society International…
25th Annual Dealers' Choice Awards Winners Announced!
Be sure to check out the December issue of MMR to learn about the winners of the 2017 Dealers' Choice Awards - the 25th year of these annual honors.
Demetri Martin Named as Host of the 33rd Annual NAMM TEC Awards
The NAMM Foundation has announced stand-up comedian and entertainer extraordinaire Demetri Martin as the host of the prestigious 33rd Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards (NAMM TEC Awards), Saturday,…
The New 'Unlocking the Wealth' Newsletter
Check out MMR columnist ("The Sound of Money") Jaimie Blackman's current newsletter here. Also, be sure to drop by Jaimie's session, "5 Ways to Add Value to Your Business - Fast!," at the…
Orange Amplification Announces Holiday Giveaways
For the fifth year in a row, Orange Amplification CEO, Cliff Cooper, has pulled on his festive jumper to launch the firm's special worldwide Christmas wishes promotion. Previous years have seen lucky winners receive…