Gibson Brands to Host New Contest at NAMM

Brian BerkJanuary 2, 2020

KRK Systems is joining forces with Epiphone and parent company, Gibson Brands, to host the first-annual NAMM Guitar Solo Contest at the Gibson booth (300A) during The 2020 NAMM Show.

Global Crossroads

Brian BerkDecember 19, 2019

The NAMM Show gets set to once again take Anaheim by storm.

Drum Workshop Acquires Slingerland From Gibson

Brian BerkDecember 17, 2019

Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) recently announced the acquisition of the Slingerland drum brand from the Nashville-based Gibson.

John D’Addario III Named D’Addario CEO

Brian BerkDecember 16, 2019

The D’Addario Co. has announced that, effective Jan. 1, John D’Addario III, son of John D’Addario, Jr. and nephew of the current CEO, will take on the title of ...

Joni Mitchell to Receive Les Paul Innovation Award

Brian BerkDecember 9, 2019

Folk artist and pioneer Joni Mitchell will receive the Les Paul Innovation Award at the 35th Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards (NAMM TEC ...

Hal Leonard to Distribute Levy’s

Brian BerkDecember 9, 2019

Levy’s, a leading manufacturer of guitar straps, gig bags and music accessories, added Hal Leonard as a distribution partner in the United States.

Jamie Deering Named Deering Banjo CEO

Brian BerkDecember 6, 2019

Deering Banjo Co. appointed Jamie Deering to the position of CEO.

MJC Ironworks Acoustic Guitar Phosphor Bronze Strings

Brian BerkDecember 5, 2019

Carbondale, Pa.-based MJC Ironworks, named after owner Michael J. Connolly — well known for his work at Dean Markley — believes it is truly different.

Sweet Sixteen

Brian BerkDecember 4, 2019

The Music & Sound Retailer's salute to lesser-publicized products returns.

Dale Krevens, Vice President, Tech 21 USA Inc.

Brian BerkDecember 4, 2019

Tech 21 is celebrating 30 years in 2019. We have Dale Krevens, vice president, describe the early days, where the name for the company came from and more.