News

September 12, 2022 I Acquisition

Roland Acquires Drum Workshop

The acquisition combines an acoustic drum and electronic drum company to focus on delivering new innovation for drummers; Drum Workshop will operate as a standalone unit with pioneering founders retaining leadership positions.

September 08, 2022 I Appointments

NAMM, Russell Reynolds Release Specifications for Next NAMM President, CEO

In anticipation of the retirement of Joe Lamond, NAMM’s current president and CEO, and to offer the global industry association continued stability, the NAMM Executive Committee and executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates have released the position specifications for the association’s next CEO.

September 07, 2022 I Opening

Roland Store Opens in London

According to the company, the latest Roland Store in London is part of an ongoing global mission to support musicians via creative, engaging and personalized retail experiences.

September 02, 2022 I Opening

White House of Music Opens New Location

The new Brookfield, Wisconsin, location features 18 teaching studios, which surround the sales floor and product feature walls.

September 02, 2022 I Philanthropy

Guitar Center Music Foundation Helps 70 Organizations in Q1, Q2

To date this year, GCMF has awarded more than $200,000 in grants, impacting more than 10,000 young musicians.

September 02, 2022 I Retail

Artichoke Community Music Robbed 4 Times Since June

As a result, the nonprofit musical instrument store is making some permanent changes to the facade of the store to avoid future break-ins.

August 31, 2022 I Retail

Music & Arts Launches its Music & You Campaign

The campaign was developed in-house by the Music & Arts marketing team and aims to communicate the message that playing an instrument is the key to a brighter future.

August 26, 2022 I Event

WoN Summit to Host 17 Female Industry Leaders This Fall

To be held October 17–19, 2022, at NAMM Headquarters in Carlsbad, California, the WoN Summit is an intensive, three-day leadership immersion experience designed to support women across the MI and pro-audio industry.