News

January 27, 2023 I Finance

Sweetwater Reports $1.57B in Sales in 2022

Despite economic challenges, the company said it served more than 1.6 million customers in 2022 and reached $1.57B in sales.

January 25, 2023 I Acquisition

Delmar Products Acquires Thalia Brands

Effective now, Delmar Products has purchased the assets of the capo maker and has taken control of the full range of Thalia-branded products.

January 25, 2023 I Appointments

Sweetwater Names Mike Clem President

Previously, Clem acted as Sweetwater’s chief growth officer, where he oversaw and implemented strategic growth plans in all areas of the business.

January 24, 2023 I Appointments

NAMM Adds 8 New Board Members

During NAMM’s annual Meeting of Members on Jan. 24, eight new board members were elected to the organization’s board of directors.

January 23, 2023 I Event

NAMM Previews 2023 NAMM Show Professional Sessions

The 2023 NAMM Show will feature more than 200 professional development sessions.

January 23, 2023 I Philanthropy

SFM Donates 30 Alvarez Guitars to Le Festif! à l’École

The Montreal-based distributor lent support for a third consecutive year to the educational program that brings Quebecois artists to schools throughout the province.

January 23, 2023 I Appointments

Industry Vet Bert Wall Retires from EMD Music

Wall spent more than 17 years with EMD Music.

January 20, 2023 I Supply

Exclusive: Fender EVP of Products Predicts Trends for 2023

Fender’s Justin Norvell shares his predictions with Music Inc. for the MI market in 2023, including a push towards hybridization and how retailers can capitalize Gen Z musicians.