News
February 24, 2026 I Legal, Retail
Martin Guitar Worth $15K Stolen from Music Land
The stolen guitar was a 1947 Martin D-28 guitar valued at $15,000 on Feb. 10.
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 and experts weigh in. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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.
