News

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.

December 03, 2025 I Supply

JAM’s Parent Company DCC Technology Rebrands as Nexora

The rebrand signifies a significant step forward, defining the future of the group of 27 specialist businesses.

December 02, 2025 I Opening

Vader Sound Launches in U.K. as MI Sales, Consultancy Organization

Vader Sound aims to bring a fresh, partnership-driven approach to helping brands grow their presence, brand identity and value in the U.K., Europe and beyond.

December 02, 2025 I Appointments

Guitar Center Music Foundation Appoints New Board President, Chair

Current president of Guitar Center Business Solutions, Curtis Heath’s appointment marks a new chapter for the GCMF as it works to expand access to music education and deepen its impact in communities across the country.