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Day 18 on our NAMM Countdown: Ronny North performs at NAMM

December 31, 2016

Performing at NAMM 2017 is Ronny North! Make sure to catch him at the NAMM Hilton Stage on Wednesday at 10:00 pm. http://www.ronnynorth.com http://www.myspace.com/ronnynorth http://www.twitter.com/ronnynorth Location & Hours Anaheim Convention Center 800 West Katella Avenue Anaheim, CA 92802 Thursday, January 19 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday, January 20 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, January 21 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, January 22 10 a.m.–5 p.m. *Hall E and Levels 2 & 3 open at 9:30 a.m.   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership To see if you qualify or to register, you can head over here: https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2017/badges   The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) is a not-for-profit association with a mission to strengthen the $17 billion music products industry and promote the pleasures and benefits of making music. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages. NAMM is comprised of approximately10,300 Member companies located in more than 102 countries. For more information about NAMM or the proven benefits of making music, interested parties [Read More]

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Day 19 on our NAMM Countdown: KALA Brand Music

December 30, 2016

Day 19 we bring you a company that is local from nearby Petaluma but also known on an international level. That company is Kala Brand Music which was established in 2005, and is one of the fastest growing music companies in the United States.  They design, manufacture and build ukulele models for every level musician.  They will be at NAMM 2017 in Booth 5320! Kala Brand Music has many styles of Ukeleles as well as U-Bass, Guitar, and Ukelele accessories.   Check out an interview with the founder of Kala Brand Music, Mike Upton did with Ukelele Underground at NAMM 2015: Make sure to visit their social media sites and visit them at NAMM 2017! Website: http://kalabrand.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KalaBrandMusic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kalabrandmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalabrandmusic/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kalabrandmusic Location & Hours Anaheim Convention Center 800 West Katella Avenue Anaheim, CA 92802 Thursday, January 19 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday, January 20 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, January 21 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, January 22 10 a.m.–5 p.m. *Hall E and Levels 2 & 3 open at 9:30 a.m.   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you [Read More]

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Day 20 on our NAMM Countdown: Loknob, no more lost settings!

December 29, 2016

On our day 20 countdown to NAMM 2017, we have a really interesting item for you to check out that all gear heads will be excited to learn more about. LOKNOB will be at NAMM 2017 with their models. LOKNOB is a way to say NO  to lost settings, no to tape on your gear, and no more glue. There is nothing more frustrating for a musician to find their settings have been moved or tampered with. With LOKNOB, that is sure not happen anymore. Their revolutionary product allows you to upgrade your knobs with LOKNOB and lock your settings in place. Loknob inventor and president explains, “Loknob is a revolutionary product invented by a musician for musicians solving a long time problem of lost settings. Upgrade your existing knobs on your amp, pedals, mixer, guitar, almost anything with a potentiometer ,with an all aluminum ,quality American made reusable knob that does more than just look pretty!”   LOKNOB is a knob that not only replaces but upgrades the existing knob and can lock in [Read More]

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Day 21 on our NAMM Countdown: TonePros Artist Signings to include Bruce Kulick, Doug Aldrich, Gilby Clarke & more

December 27, 2016

  Day 21 we feature TonePros and their artist signings! TonePros® Sound Labs International is a company comprised of professional luthiers and sound design specialsits with years of experience in the music production and design fields. After years of successfully working independently with music professionals, we joined forces to create TonePros®. Our company was formed in 1998 with the goal of solving common problems and improving sound quality for everyone from the novice player to the top professional. We are committed to providing superior quality products and services at a price that is affordable to all players of stringed instruments. We strive to make quality instruments perform better. Our quest is to “simply make the world a better place for guitar players”. They will be featuring the following Artist Signings at NAMM 2017. BOOTH 3390 Thursday 3:00-4:00 pm Bruce Kulick of Kiss and Grand Funk Railroad Friday 1:00 – 2:00 Doug Aldrich Saturday  1:00-2:00 pm Nalle Colt of Vintage Trouble   More about TonePros: WHAT OUR COMPONENTS DO FOR YOU… Our components completely solidify your [Read More]

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Keeping with their holiday tradition, Astari Nite release new track, Lovesick

December 27, 2016

Astari Nite have continued on with their tradition of releasing new music during the holidays and now you can check out their  new track, Lovesick. The track brings out your love for nostalgic new wave circa early The Cure or New Order. It is a great new song that features catchy modern synths, infectious energy and a comforting vibe. Check it out! The single was produced by Rees Bridges who has worked with Dirty Vegas, Pete Doherty and Tears for Fears. The mastering was done by Emily Lazar whose stellar work trajectory includes David Bowie, Depeche Mode, Foo Fighters and Sonic Youth to name a few. “Lovesick is about rejoicing in the memory of those who have passed on in our lives, whether it is someone we know and or admire. I’d like to think of it as a Eulogy or an anthem for saying goodbye.”   – Mychael Ghost    Website: https://officialastarinite.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astarinitemusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/astarinite

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Day 22 on our NAMM Countdown: Zemaitis Guitars at NAMM

December 26, 2016

  Day 22 we invite you to visit Zemaitis Guitars at NAMM!  You can find them at BOOTH 210C on the 2nd Floor Mezzanine of the Anaheim Convention Center. Their “Art Gallery” Style room will display a variety of stunning and unique instruments. Zemaitis Guitars is a guitar company since 1955. The company’s guitars are based on designs by the Lithuanian Luther Tony Zemaitis. Nowhere else on Earth will you find more love and attention poured into an object of such beauty. Zemaitis guitars are unique. Each one showcases the classic Zemaitis aesthetics in full glory. Each individual piece of abalone or pearl inlay is positioned to perfection. Each metal surface is masterfully engraved. Thin comfortable neck profiles allow fast effortless playing. These guitars easily feel at home in any musical situation. Whether you’re keen to be ripping classic rock tunes, slinging some country or melting the house with searing metal licks the specially designed pickups sound incredible and perfectly balanced. Their versatility is off the charts! Any Zemaitis guitar is fine art first and a [Read More]

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Metal/hardcore band Nu-Nation from Russia release new video

December 26, 2016

Metal hardcore band Nu-Nation from Russia have released a new music video for their track, Insomnia. Check it out below: The video was directed and produced by Aleksey Misyurov.  You can pick up the song on their LP by heading over to the following links: iTunes: http://apple.co/291krYn Google Play: http://bit.ly/23svvpI Amazon: http://amzn.to/291du9p   https://facebook.com/nunationru https://nunation.bandcamp.com