May 09, 2025 I Appointments
KMC Music Adds Inside Sales Rep

Rocco Paolino
KMC Music has appointed Rocco Paolino as its new inside sales representative.
Paolino is a music retail veteran whose 20-year career began as a sales associate at Guitar Center. In just two years, he went on to become general manager of his first of three stores in Paramus, New Jersey. Paolino spent the following 11 years with Sam Ash Music, managing three different locations, including the flagship store in New York.
“I’m truly excited to join the KMC Music team and collaborate with such a talented group of individuals,” Paolino said. “After two decades in music retail, I’m eager to bring a business-driven perspective to our dealers nationwide. I’m grateful for this incredible opportunity and thankful to the mentors who have helped shape my journey and prepared me for this next chapter.”
“We are thrilled to welcome incredible talent like Rocco to our team,” said Terri Shaw, vice president of sales operations. “He brings years of experience and value to this position that will contribute to our continued growth at KMC.”
Paolino has been a dedicated member of No Code, The Pearl Jam Tribute, since its founding in 2003. He performs regularly in various venues in the Tri-State area.