News

June 30, 2023 I Closure, Retail

Sunrise Guitars to Close

The store shared on its Facebook page that due to manufacturers selling direct it will be liquidating its inventory and closing its doors before the year’s end.

June 28, 2023 I Event

EarthQuaker to Hold EarthQuaker Day 2023

The day-long event will be held August 5 at the brand’s Akron, Ohio-based facility and will feature activities, prizes, live music, food and more.

June 28, 2023 I Appointments

Guitar Center Music Foundation Adds Croshal to Board

Croshal is a 45-year music industry veteran and president and CEO of marketing and management firm Croshal Entertainment Group.

June 27, 2023 I Event

NAMM Opens Top 100 Dealer Award Submissions

Returning for the 13th year, the awards reception will be held the night before the start of The 2024 NAMM Show on January 24, 2024, in Anaheim, California. Submissions close on July 25.

June 21, 2023 I Partnership

Ernie Ball Partners with Rocksmith+

A supporter of the guitar learning franchise since its launch in 2011, Ernie Ball’s instruments will be incorporated in the latest evolution of Rocksmith.

June 21, 2023 I Appointments

Allen Named Audient’s Product, Marketing Director

In addition to heading up the marketing department, Allen is now overseeing product for both Audient and EVO lines.

June 21, 2023 I Technology

Samson, Hartke Launch New Websites

Both brands’ new websites emphasize a user-friendly design.

June 21, 2023 I Event

Vandoren Hosts First VAC Summit in 4 Years

May’s VAC Summit was held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and was the first summit post-pandemic.