Ticket To Ride: The Ride Cymbal Market in 2020
A standard component of most drum kits, ride cymbals are often considered by percussionists to be a more “personal” choice of cymbal than others. The subtle coloring and nuance of…
‘2020 is Going to be a Year of Reckoning:’ Armadillo Enterprises’ CEO and President Evan Rubinson
Evan Rubinson took over the reins of Armadillo Enterprises in early 2017, succeeding his father, the late Elliott “Dean” Rubinson – a much-loved and missed industry icon. Drawing upon a…
‘We Are Not Changing Our Recipes – Just Changing the Head Chef:’ John D’Addario III & Jim D’Addario
As of January 1 of this year, John D’Addario III assumed the title of CEO in addition to his previous role as president of D’Addario & Co. As son of…
Drumming Up History: The Percussion Marketing Council Celebrates 25 Years of Advocacy
For decades, the Percussion Marketing Council (PMC) has heralded May as International Drum Month, but for 2020, the PMC is taking their plans farther than ever before. The quarter-of-a-century-old association…
DW Announces The PDP 2020 Dealer Awards
Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) announced its PDP dealers of the year at NAMM 2020. The awards recognized the best dealers for sales, growth and brand champion. Cymbal Fusion, awarded Top Sales, has been providing…
JHS to Distribute Los Cabos
Dennis Drumm (JHS Managing Director), Gillian Guay (Los Cabos CEO) & Larry Guay (Los Cabos President) Following a very successful Winter NAMM 2020, JHS is delighted to announce its appointment…
Trade Regrets: Lloyd Schwartz
On the last evening of NAMM 2020, Lloyd Schwartz passed away. He served as Tech 21‘s “Solutions Architect” for just over 27 years. Lloyd’s unique combination of knowledge, humor, patience,…
The Lightpower Collection Presents Donation to The NAMM Foundation to Advance Music Making
At the annual gathering of the global music products, pro audio and entertainment technology industry, The 2020 NAMM Show, the Lightpower Collection gifted The NAMM Foundation a donation of $10,000.…
NAMM 2020 Clips Up on MMR-TV
Check out videos from the recent industry gathering in Anaheim, California at MMR-TV.
CHAUVET Professional Creates Tour Looks On NAMM’s Grand Plaza Stage
There’s more to the NAMM Show than expansive product displays and informative educational sessions; the annual winter gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center also serves as a showcase for impressive…
National Association of School Music Dealers, Inc. Shares GoFundMe Campaign for Walenta
The National Association of School Music Dealers, Inc. has sent out a letter from member Robin Walenta, who has shared a GoFundMe page for her ill sister, Virginia. The note…
35th Annual NAMM TEC Awards
Herbie Hancock (L) and Joni Mitchell (C) at The 35th Annual NAMM TEC Awards on January 18, 2020 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for NAMM) Winners in…