News
September 09, 2026 I Event
Registration Opens for The 2027 NAMM Show
The show is set to take place Jan. 26–30, 2027, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California.
September 08, 2026 I Appointments
Roland Appoints New American Sales Leadership
With experience leading high-performing sales teams in technology-focused markets, Brian Crowley and Russell Williams also share a strong track record of bringing teams and partners closer together.
September 08, 2026 I Event
Paul Reed Smith to be Inducted into Hollywood Rockwalk
The handprint ceremony will take place Sept. 26 during the Crossroads Guitar Festival in Austin, Texas, and the completed handprint will later be installed at Rockwalk outside Guitar Center’s flagship Hollywood store.
September 02, 2026 I Supply
LR Baggs Changes Name to ‘Baggs’
The company makes the announcement in its 50th anniversary year as it welcomes the second generation into the business.
August 26, 2026 I Obituary
Former NAMM CEO Larry Linkin Passes Away
Linkin served as president and CEO of NAMM from 1980–2001 and left an enduring mark on the MI industry.
August 25, 2026 I Award
Music Inc. Opens Applications for ‘MI 5 Under 45’ 2026 Class
Similar to a ‘40 Under 40’ program, the annual awards highlight young leaders in the Mi industry.
August 25, 2026 I Appointments
PM Music Center Welcomes New Marketing Manager
Szopinski will lead PM Music Center’s marketing efforts, including strategy, branding, marketing communications and social media.
August 25, 2026 I Distribution
RAD Distribution Announces Global Partnership with BABICZ
The partnership’s goal is to expand Babicz FCH’s guitar hardware OEM presence, increase access and availability as an aftermarket choice, and provide faster service and support for customers worldwide.
