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.
