News
December 21, 2025 I Supply
D’Addario, TerraCycle Celebrate a Decade-Long Recycling Program
Due to the program, more than 16 million instrument strings have been kept out of landfills and incinerators.
December 18, 2025 I Philanthropy
200 L.A. Fire-Affected Students Receive Guitars, Mentorship at Special Event
The event, presented by Sweetwater, was held on Dec. 6 for students who lost their instruments in January’s Eaton fire.
December 16, 2025 I Obituary
Bob Rockwell of Playground Music Passes Away
Rockwell was a trusted presence across the northwest Florida band community, helping thousands of young musicians find their instrument and serving countless band programs.
December 16, 2025 I Award
NAMM Names Billy Corgan as TEC Innovation Award Recipient
The award will be presented to Corgan at the 41st annual NAMM TEC Awards on Jan. 22, 2026, during The 2026 NAMM Show.
December 16, 2025 I Operations
Museum of Making Music Receives Certified Autism Center Designation, Joins Carlsbad Initiative
To earn this designation, at least 80% of guest-facing staff at the museum completed autism-specific training to equip them with an understanding of best practices, skills and resources to ensure every individual feels welcome and supported during their MoMM visit.
December 15, 2025 I Obituary
Industry Veteran Ken Dattmore Passes Away
During his tenure in the industry Dattmore worked with William Lewis & Son Company and Yamaha.
December 03, 2025 I Event
PASIC50 Celebrates 50 Years, Breaks Attendance Records
PASIC50 welcomed a record-setting attendance of more than 7,800 participants from some 24 countries.
December 03, 2025 I Award, Event
Carnie Wilson to Be Honored at 2026 She Rocks Awards
The Grammy-nominated Wilson Phillips singer and daughter of Beach Boy Brian Wilson will join a lineup of honorees at the 2026 She Rocks Awards to be held during The 2026 NAMM Show on Jan. 23, 2026.
