JAM Industries USA Appoints David Ungar Head of Artist Relations

JAM Industries USA has appointed David Ungar as its head of artist and entertainment relations. Known throughout the music industry as “Bagel,” Ungar brings decades of experience and long-standing relationships across the MI and pro-audio communities.

In this newly defined role, Ungar will focus on the musical instrument “combo” segment of JAM’s U.S. business, with an emphasis on expanding and strengthening the artist program for KMC Music and JAM-owned brands. The American Music & Sound (AM&S) artist relations team will continue to operate as before, maintaining the high level of support currently provided, with no material changes to its structure or mission.

Throughout his career, Ungar has collaborated with an extensive roster of artists, including Luke Bryan, System of a Down, Alice Cooper, Korn, Lady A, Stevie Wonder, Imagine Dragons, Shinedown, Godsmack, Queen, Aerosmith, Justin Timberlake, Kesha and more.

In his role at JAM Industries, Ungar will lead artist and entertainment relations initiatives across the company’s portfolio of musical instrument brands.

“As we continue to ramp up with new products, new websites, and an expanded marketing team across multiple brands, Bagel is a key part of taking JAM to the next level,” said Jeff Hawley, JAM US MI/Pro vice president of marketing. “His deep artist relationships and long history in this space are a critical piece of the puzzle. The successes we saw at the NAMM Show are a testament to his ability to connect the right products with the right people and make real impact.”

“I’m incredibly excited to be joining JAM Industries and working with such legendary brands as Washburn, Randall, Rhythm Tech, and the many other respected names under the JAM umbrella,” said Ungar. “I already know several members of the team, and I’m looking forward to collaborating closely as we continue to grow these brands. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity.”

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