MT. JULIET, TN, MAY 1, 2023…For the second year in a row, Mapex Drums, in partnership with retailers across the USA, is rolling out the month long “May is for Mapex” promotion with brand-wide discounts on all Mapex gear. “May is for Mapex has become a yearly tradition,” states Mapex Brand Manager Jeff Mulvihill. “What started as a post-pandemic supportive promotion has grown into a custom that we are proud of. Supporting pro drummers, students, collectors, and hobbyists throu

90’s Powerhouse Trio Covers the Webb Pierce Classic NASHVILLE, TN…CMA and ACM nominated country trio, McBride & The Ride, rocks on with the release of their latest single “Honky Tonk Song.” A cover of the Webb Pierce classic, it is country music at its finest with driving drums, electric licks galore, and Western pedal steel, perfect for a rowdy Friday night from Nashville to New Braunfels. A staple in their live set, it is often their opening song and one that the band has

Posthumous Record Featured in Rolling Stone Includes 14 Unreleased Original Songs CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, April, 21, 2023…The new album The Voice Memosfrom alt-punk singer/songwriter Tess Majors is available across all streaming platforms today. The album premiered in Rolling Stone by Cheyenne Roundtree and Kory Grow, where listeners got a first look at the story behind the songs that make up this special project. “Her lyrics show self-awareness themes similar to fellow singer-

Single Release Comes Weeks Before HBOMax Releases Documentary on Sudano’s Late Wife Donna Summer New York, NY, April 17, 2023…Singer songwriter Bruce Sudano has released his new single with a companion video, "Two Bleeding Hearts." The song is a duet with Valerie Simpson, one half of the iconic Motown duo Ashford and Simpson. The video showcases Sudano on guitar and Simpson on piano as their voices seamlessly blend together. Simpson confides that the song, written by Sudano,

Anaheim, California, April 12, 2023 - This week at NAMM (Hall D, Booth 5406)L.R. Baggs is unveiling HiFi, a non-invasive pickup design that pairs dual bridge plate sensors with high-fidelity electronics, providing exceptional balance, definition, dynamics, and good feedback resistance. With a simplified peel-and-stick installation, the lightweight pickups preserve the integrity of your instrument’s bridge plate without negatively altering your acoustic tone. The construction,

MT. JULIET, TN, April 7, 2023… Breathtaking Power describes the all-new Sonor Kompressor series snare drums. Featuring the legendary Sonor Optimum Shell Measurement construction, eight models in three shell types present sounds designed to transform air into pure sonic energy. Polished Aluminum, Chrome Over Steel, and Black Nickel-Plated Brass featured in standard sizes 14” x 5.75” and 14” x 6.5” are the core of the series with two specialized deeper models 13” x 7” Brass, an

Nazareth, PA, (NAMM, HALL D, Booth 5602) - April 10, 2023 —C. F. Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar) announces exciting additions to the award-winning Junior series with the first Junior Bass models, Jr. Bass Strings, and a new 000CJR-10E StreetMaster. DJR-10E Bass Martin Junior Series instruments are slightly smaller than our full-sized instruments, but you won’t have to sacrifice tone or volume, and you’ll gain plenty of comfort and portability. This Martin DJR-10E acoustic-electr

Nazareth, PA, (NAMM, HALL D, Booth 5602) - April 10, 2023 —C. F. Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar) is proud to announce the release of three new ukulele models, including one launched in partnership with the iconic lifestyle brand, Life is Good®. Music has always been a huge part of the Life is Good brand, from hosting music festivals to featuring instruments on its tees, so expanding to a customized instrument is a natural addition for the brand. Both family-owned brands value co

The OM Biosphere, the D-42 Bitcoin, and Instruments Featuring theArt from Robert Goetzl and Klaus Voormann also Unveiled Nazareth, PA, (NAMM, HALL D, Booth 5602) - April 3, 2023 —C. F. Martin &Co. (Martin Guitar) is introducing exciting limited-edition and one-of-a-kind guitars at NAMM. The CEO 10 is the first model designed by Martin’s CEO Thomas Ripsam and limited to 100 instruments. In addition, there are three hand-painted instruments from Robert Goetzl, a one-of-a-kind g

MT JULIET, TN, APRIL 1, 2023… Hohner, the world's leading accordion manufacturer, is proud to introduce the TriStar 34 Treble 72 Bass Accordion, designed to cater to the needs of country, Americana, rock, regional Mexican, and folk musicians. The TriStar Accordion offers the perfect solution for contemporary artists looking for an instrument that provides them with excellent sound quality, versatility, and performance. The accordion's compact size and lightweight design make

MT JULIET, TN, MARCH 24, 2023…Hohner’s new "XPRESSION" chromatic harmonica, which will be available for purchase on April 3rd, 2023, offers the latest technical features and impressive musical capabilities, lending to an expressive and comfortable performance for beginners and advanced players alike. Made in Germany, the “XPRESSION” was designed to exhibit excellent playing capabilities while maintaining comfortable handling. The instrument includes a CNC milled stainless st

MT JULIET, TN, MARCH 28, 2023…Nomad Stands, a leading provider of high-quality musical instrument accessories, has unveiled their latest product, the Nomad Accordion Stand. This innovative stand has been designed to meet the needs of musicians who are looking for a more practical and secure way to support their prized accordion. The Nomad Accordion Stand has been specifically engineered to conform to the unique requirements of each player. Its adjustable height feature can be