Dealer news, store openings, sales trends, and business strategies for music retailers.
JAM Industries USA is pleased to announce Mike Gabriel as Director of Sales - Pro Audio. Gabriel brings a balanced approach that blends data-driven decision making with real-world retail perspective…
Portman’s Music Superstore, a cornerstone of music retail and music education across Georgia and South Carolina, is celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2026. Founded in downtown Savannah in 1936, Portman’s…
Fishman is pleased to announce that Billy Martinez has joined the company as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Billy’s quarter century of industry experience includes, most recently, 10 years…
I first met The Chapman Brothers a few years back when I worked on a NAMM project with Jeremy Chapman. I didn’t get to hear them play music until a…
Rhodes Music announces the latest release in its Custom Shop series: the MK8 ‘Marshmallow,’ available to order from April 9 through April 23. Defined by a pastel pink finish and…
The nation’s largest music store — located on the Sweetwater campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana — is getting even bigger. Sweetwater is unveiling a significant update to its retail store,…
After more than 164 years serving musicians, educators and institutions, Daynes Music Company — one of the oldest continuously operated family music retailers in the United States — has announced…
DANSR is pleased to announce the addition of Andrew Buckley in the role of Asst. National Sales Manager. Andrew has an undergrad degree in Music Education, a Masters and DMA…
DANSR has promoted Stephanie Murphy to the position of Vice President, Dealer Sales and Corporate Events. “Stephanie has continually demonstrated strong leadership, dedication, and a commitment to excellence,” Gary Winder, EVP…
By Christian Wissmuller [caption id="attachment_91460" align="alignleft" width="1139"] Gabe Dalporto[/caption] As the MI industry continues to navigate shifting consumer expectations, omnichannel retail, and margin pressure, Guitar Center is making a deliberate…
NAMM and the NAMM Foundation have announced the creation of the Skip Maggiora Innovation Award, a new retail award to be given annually at The NAMM Show. Each year, the…
Allen & Heath is set to deliver its most expansive presence yet at The NAMM Show 2026 in Anaheim, California - bringing attendees more ways than ever to experience the…
