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Music As an Avenue Towards Community Building: Making Your Retail Business ‘The Right Place’

“Most marketers have heard the term ‘community building’ at some point in the recent past,” began an article from last summer in an issue of Rolling Stone.

Trade Regrets: Glenn DePue, 30-Year Yamaha Exec

Glenn DePue, who distinguished himself as a highly successful executive throughout his remarkable 30-year career with Yamaha Corporation of America, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday,…

ADJ Fixtures Shine At UK’s Lakefest

Established in 2012, Lakefest has grown rapidly to become firmly established within the UK’s boutique festival scene. With a clear family focus, it features artists performing a wide…

MMR Dealer Survey: Lighting & Stage Effects

Demi Lovato sings of "Neon Lights," Debbie Boone emoted that "You Light Up My Life" in 1977, and the penultimate track on the Rolling Stones' 'Exile On Main…

Audio-Technica Expands Its Logistics Operations in the Americas with the Launch of a New Company and a Western U.S. Distribution and Fulfillment Facility

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., recently announced the formation of a new logistical operations company, Technica Logistics Inc.

Yasmine Riechers Takes Over as CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH

Yasmine Riechers is to become the new CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH, a subsidiary of the Sennheiser Group.

D’Andrea USA Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

During 2024, D’Andrea celebrates 100 years in the music industry, supplying an extensive range of premium guitar accessories constructed from high quality materials manufactured in the USA.

Audio-Technica Announces New Rental Program for Broadcast Audio Systems

Audio-Technica announces its new Broadcast Audio Rental Program, offering access to the premium microphone models that professionals trust to capture clear, accurate audio for their production. A

AxLabs Hardware Releases String Surfer Brass Roller Saddles for Strat Style Bridges

AxLabs Hardware is proud to introduce their new String Surfer Brass Roller Saddles designed specifically for Stratocaster®-style bridges.

The Legacy We Leave Behind – Mary Luehrsen

At this point, no doubt, we have all returned and survived The NAMM Show, and most folks realize that they are truly glad they went.

Classically Beautiful: Nylon-String and Classical Guitars in 2024

“Soft,” “warm,” “soothing” – these and plenty of similar descriptors are used by many to describe the sound of nylon-string acoustic guitars. Classical (or “Spanish”) guitars have long…

RED Development Welcomes Fender Musical Instruments Corp. to PV

RED Development, an industry-leading commercial real estate company known for its high-performing mixed-use and retail portfolio, is adding Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), the world's leading guitar manufacturer,…

Roland Announces New RD-08 Stage Piano

Roland announces the RD-08, a new entry-level model in the long-running RD series of stage pianos for performing musicians.

Mapex Welcomes Luis Hernandez to their Artist Roster

Mapex Drums proudly announces the addition of Luis Hernandez to their distinguished artist roster.

Limited Edition Raphael Saadiq Telecaster from Fender

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announces the launch of a new signature Telecaster® guitar honoring Raphael Saadiq, a multi-award-winning artist, songwriter, film & television composer, producer, and one…

Allen & Heath to Power SXSW 2024 with Largest Presence Ever

Trade Regrets: Joe Bredau

It is with great sadness that Korg USA shares the news that longtime industry veteran and former colleague Joe Bredau passed away on January 13 at the age…

JodyJazz Supports Sound Support Foundation Scholarship & Concert

JodyJazz has contributed $10,000 to the Sound Support Foundation Scholarship fund in support of Caleb Chapman’s Soundhouse.

C. F. Martin & Co. Announces the Launch of the Martin Artist Showcase

C. F. Martin & Co.®, the iconic 190-year-old company known for handcrafting the finest acoustic instruments and strings in the world, is excited to unveil its latest initiative:…

Proel North America Introduces Ida Maria Grassi Wind Instruments

Proel North America proudly announces the introduction of Ida Maria Grassi wind instruments to the United States and Canada, marking a significant milestone in the Italian company's commitment…

SWG Events’ Triumphant Return to MOBOs, with WPL Line Array

In a repeat of their successful deployment at OVO Arena Wembley for the 25th MOBO Awards, SWG Events this time headed north with their flagship Martin Audio WPL…

Roland Corporation Appoints Matt Wechsler as Global Chief Marketing Officer

Roland Corporation announces the appointment of Matt Wechsler to the newly created position of Chief Marketing Officer.

Elrick Bass Guitars Introduces Headless Series to Custom Lineup

Elrick Bass Guitars is excited to announce the addition of a headless option on hand-carved series bass guitars.

The MI World Discovers Victory: Melvin Quinones of Victory Musical Instruments

Victory Musical Instruments (VMI) has made quite an impact on the B&O market in only a few short years.

Marching Orders: Suppliers Chime in on Drumming Up Marching Snare Sales in 2024

Many schools begin to prepare for purchases in advance of the fall semester during the summer months. With that in mind, we figured now might be a good…

History of Jay’s Music: Georgia MI Retail Mainstay is a Family Affair

The 76-year story of Jay’s Music begins with a Ma and Pa jewelry and luggage shop at 311 8th Street in Augusta.

Studybaker Named President of dBTechnologies USA

dBTechnologies, a leading manufacturer of professional audio systems for the live sound and install markets, is very pleased to announce the promotion of Colin Studybaker to President of…

StageStrike Offers Solution for Wireless Mics and Packs

Every once in a while, a product comes along that combines the designer’s savvy knowledge of the market, the right application, and a new-found throng of customers –…

Proel North America Announces Pierre Music as South Dakota Dealership for Dexibell Digital Pianos

Proel North America is pleased to announce Pierre Music as the premier South Dakota dealership for Dexibell digital pianos.

Music Legends Trust Shure at 66th GRAMMY Awards

Broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena for the second consecutive year, the 66thGRAMMY® Awards abounded with jaw-dropping – and, occasionally, tear-jerking – performances, heartfelt speeches, and plenty…