Nothing Endures But Change
The notoriously dour philosopher Heraclitus issued the maxim from which this editorial takes its title some 2,500 years ago (give or take) and, hey – when you turn a clever,…
New to SNAMM: Music Industry Day
Whether you consider them a problem or an opportunity, our industry’s version of “muggles” will parade through the aisles of our trade show. While some exhibitors are passionate supporters of…
7 To-Do Items on Your Summer NAMM Itinerary
Retail Boot Camp: On Wednesday, July 10th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30, sales guru Bob Negen shares how to get more people in the door, how to increase your average sale,…
Electra Guitars Returns
A resurrected and rejuvenated Electra Guitars has opened its doors with their classic logo intact, a slate of new products, and a rapidly growing roster of users, artists and friends.…
Summer NAMM Preview – Happy Days Are Here Again?
Just a few years ago more than a few were whispering, “Put a fork in it, it’s done.” So that there is tangible excitement and enthusiasm for this year’s summer…
The Kids Are Alright: The Growth of Performance-Based Music Ed Franchises
Music education outside of the classroom is nothing new, of course, and even the concept of franchised programs isn’t a breakthrough. However, in the past few years, performance-based music instruction…
Hal Leonard Expands Distribution of inMusic Brands
Hal Leonard Corporation has announced that beginning at Summer NAMM, they will distribute not only the complete M-Audio line from inMusic, but also add Alesis and Alto Professional products. Hal…
With Two Weeks to Go, SNAMM Numbers are Up – Way Up
The industry is preparing for the biggest Summer NAMM event in five years, which opens in Nashville on July 11. With a new home in the state-of-the-art Music City Center,…
NAMM Members Celebrate National Music Day
Carlsbad, CA, (June 24, 2013)— NAMM members and musicians of all abilities tuned-up their instruments to welcome the Summer Solstice in a daylong, musical free-for-all in observance of the first-ever National…
Rain Riser
The Rain Riser, which debuts at this year’s Summer NAMM show, combines elements of a studio partition — absorption, diffusion, decoupling, and bass trapping — all within the form of a…
Tribute to MMR Publisher Sidney Davis
It came as no surprise when Sidney Davis’ inbox quickly was bursting at the “virtual” seams with messages from retailers and suppliers, following the announcement of his retirement. Below is…
Anthrax’s Charlie Benante – Persistence of Timekeeping
As a founding member of thrash-metal architects, Anthrax, Charlie Benante has been a force to be reckoned with and one of the most respected names in hard rock drumming since…