New Danelectros available
Quirky guitar brand Danelectro, has a number of new models available this summer. The new additions include a 12-string electric; hollow body electric and a baby sitar. 12 String 12-string DC59-12…
Secretary of Education Riley Headlines, Teachers Honored at Musical Innovations Grand Opening
Musical Innovations, a South-Carolina based school music retailer nationally recognized for its contributions to music education, hosted a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for its new Musical Innovations Conservatory (“MIC”)…
New Company Video from DR Strings
DR Strings has released a new video, which details its history, products, and commitment to the highest standards of American made materials and manufacturing. The video, narrated by President Mark…
Supro amp brand gaining global traction
Revived amp brand Supro, distributed in the UK by JHS, has gained a powerful new distribution ally in the US. Supro owner, Absara Audio has appointed KMC Music as the exclusive US distributor (www.suprousa.com)…
MIA fixes awards and conference dates
UK trade body, the Music Industires Association has announced details of its annual conference and awards. The MIA Business Conference 2015 will take place at the British Library Conference Centre…
KMC Music Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor of Supro
KMC Music (www.kmcmusic.com) has announced that Absara Audio LLC has appointed the company to serve as the exclusive United States distributor of Supro amplifiers (www.suprousa.com), the iconic line of guitar…
Shure expands Euro office network
Microphone specialist Shure, has opened three new offices across Europe, including a new Russian offshoot and added a new Norwegian audio distributor. The firm opened an office in Dubai last…
NAMM Foundation Grants $600,000 to Global Nonprofit Music Making and Music Education Programs
In 2015, the NAMM Foundation will invest $600,000 in grant funding into 17 global music making programs. This year’s list of grant recipients includes community, national and industry-based organizations that…
KMC Music Rolls Out ‘Back to School Sales Bonanza’ Promotion Through July 31st
Underscoring its commitment to offer MI retailers the largest array of seasonally themed promotion programs, KMC Music announced the launch of its “Back-to-School Sales Bonanza,” featuring dozens of brands and…
RETAIL HACKS: Label with love
In the first of a new series (that very much depends on your response by the way) retailers send us their everyday shortcuts that help their shops function better and…
NAMM Foundation gives out international grants
The NAMM Foundation has announced it will invest $600,000 in funding to 17 music-making programs this year, including four international grants. This year’s list of grant recipients includes community, national and…
Sweetwater Expands and Enhances Music Store
Sweetwater has completed a total redesign and expansion of its Music Store, which opened on June 1st in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Now four times the original size and one of…