News
February 23, 2026 I Legal
NAMM Welcomes Supreme Court’s Ruling Invalidating IEEPA Tariff Authority, New Tariffs Announced
NAMM responds to the Supreme Court’s ruling that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. Experts also share their expertise.
February 18, 2026 I Partnership
Guitar Center Named Official Music Gear Retailer, AV Integrator for Titans’ New Stadium
The partnership includes the NFL’s first in-bowl performance stage, Guitar Center-supplied gear and new community music initiatives.
February 16, 2026 I Anniversary
Grand Ole Opry Partners with Martin on Opry’s Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Guitar
Opry member Vince Gill was the first artist to ever play the one-of-a-kind instrument when the guitar was introduced to the public for the first time in late 2025.
February 16, 2026 I Obituary
The Music People’s Founder Jim Hennessey Passes Away
Hennessey founded The Music People in 1979 after identifying a need for better, more practical solutions for musicians and went on to found the On-Stage brand.
February 10, 2026 I Appointments
JAM Industries USA Appoints David Ungar Head of Artist Relations
Ungar will lead artist and entertainment relations initiatives across the company’s portfolio of musical instrument brands.
February 09, 2026 I Acquisition
Vista Musical Instruments Relaunches Kenny’s Music
Vista has confirmed the acquisition of the intellectual property, brand assets and goodwill of the Scottish MI retailer.
February 09, 2026 I Legal
Native Instruments Enters Preliminary Insolvency
The company — which owns iZotope, Brainworx and Plugin Alliance — has stated that operations are continuing as normal.
February 02, 2026 I Retail
Sweetwater Reports Record-Breaking 2025
The company reported serving 1.7 million customers with a total revenue of $1.86 billion — its sixth year in a row topping the $1B mark.
