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Zakk Sabbath Reigns Supreme: Electrifying kickoff to the King of the Monstours Tour

December 2, 2024

  Zakk Sabbath kicked off their King of the Monstours Tour last night at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, delivering an unforgettable night of music. The venue was packed with eager fans as the night began with an incredible opening set from The Iron Maidens. These talented women had the crowd singing along and headbanging in no time, showcasing their exceptional talent and electrifying stage presence. Next up was ZOSO, who brought the audience back to the ’70s with a spot-on Led Zeppelin tribute. Their charismatic stage presence and energy were captivating, making you feel like you were witnessing Led Zeppelin in their prime. When the lights dimmed and Zakk Sabbath took the stage, the crowd erupted with cheers and screams, setting the tone for an electrifying headlining performance. Zakk Wylde, can easily be crowned as one of the greatest guitarists performing today. Zack delivered a jaw-dropping set from start to finish. One of the night’s most awe-inspiring moments came during his solo for “War Pigs.” Zakk stepped off the stage, moving through the [Read More]

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NAMM 2025 Check the schedule for 2025 events!

December 1, 2024

  The NAMM Show is where it all begins. Where gear gets discovered, friends come together, and new ideas go global. Meet the moment, see the future and find your sound. Information From Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM to Saturday, January 25, 2025 7:00 PM. Dates are displayed in your time zone (America/Los_Angeles) Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim, CA Make sure to head over to Schedule and check out all the amazing things that are taking place at NAMM 2025!  

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MARSHALL ANNOUNCES ITS LOUD RETURN TO NAMM

November 17, 2024

Marshall, the company behind the most famous amps in rock’n’roll history, today announces its return to NAMM, the legendary US trade show for the music industry, following a five-year absence. Marshall Group CEO Jeremy de Maillard said the decision to attend next January’s show was an opportunity for the company to celebrate its much-loved amplifiers and to introduce them to a new generation of music lovers. “Marshall amps have earned a special place in music history and we’re excited about connecting with our fans and customers at this globally important event,” de Maillard said. “We have some great plans for showcasing the best that Marshall has to offer in hand-built amps while introducing several new products to the Marshall portfolio.” Marshall will be taking to the main floor to showcase and demo new products, host Q&A’s and artist signings and, most importantly, have space for people to try the amps. Endorsers and ambassadors will be on hand to demonstrate what Marshall amps means to them while a specially constructed ‘Tone Sanctuary’, an invite only space, will allow artists to experience several new [Read More]

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Samantha Fish, Christina Perri, and more to be honored at 2025 She Rocks Awards

November 2, 2024

Additional honorees announced for this ground-breaking event. Co-hosted by Lindsey Stirling and Jennifer Batten.    Shantaia to open the show.  Tickets on sale now.     L to R: Samantha Fish (photo Doug Hardesty), Christina Perri, Nurit Siegel-Smith, LaTrice Burnette, Theresa Hoffman. Download photos here.   ANAHEIM, Calif., October 31, 2024—The Women’s International Music Network (WiMN) is proud to announce additional honorees for the 13th Annual She Rocks Awards. Taking place on January 25, 2025, at the Hilton Anaheim Pacific Ballroom during the NAMM Show, with NAMM as the presenting sponsor, this star-studded event will celebrate the achievements of women in music and audio, co-hosted by Jennifer Batten and Lindsey Stirling. Tickets are on sale now. Introducing Our Latest Honorees: Samantha Fish – GRAMMY-nominated guitarist and songwriter known for her unique blend of blues, rock, and soul. Fish’s recent successes include performing at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads LA Festival, gracing the cover of Guitar World with Slash, and touring with both Slash and The Rolling Stones. Her latest album, Death Wish Blues, topped the Billboard Blues [Read More]

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Electrifying Night: Emi Grace stuns at sold-out Cafe DuNord Show

July 2, 2024

  Friday night, San Francisco’s Cafe DuNord hosted a sold out show featuring the extraordinary young guitarist Emi Grace. Emi was opening for Winnetka Bowling.League. Despite her youth, Emi Grace has already carved out a significant presence in the  music world. She garnered high praise for her self-taught guitar playing which showcased her unique shredding prowess and distinctive trashy tone. The intimate setting of Cafe DuNord provided the perfect backdrop for Emi’s raw and edgy performance. From the moment she took the stage, her high energy angsty vocals and electrifying guitar work captivated the audience. The young crowd was packed shoulder to shoulder, completely immersed in her music and rockin out to each note. Emi Grace’s performance was a masterclass in blending her unique technical skill with raw emotional power. Her signature sound, often criticized by some for her unconventional setup, proved to be a hit among the fans. It’s clear that her critics can only dream of playing with such fervor and intensity! As the show went on, it was evident that this intimate [Read More]

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MESA/Boogie Introduces the JP-2C 1×12 Combo Amplifier

June 25, 2024

MESA/Boogie Celebrates 40-year Partnership With John Petrucci Legendary Guitarist, Lyricist, and Founding Member of Dream Theater Limited-Edition Run Available Now at mesaboogie.com NASHVILLE, TN (June 25, 2024) MESA/Boogie is the original boutique Home of Tone, hand-crafting amplifiers of uncompromising quality from the world’s finest materials in California, USA. Founder Randall Smith instilled basic principles into MESA, such as passion, drive, integrity, and excellence, and his insistence on making the best amplifiers has guided half a century of breakthrough innovations, elevating the amplifier into an instrument in its own right, one with the power to shape and create musical genres. Today, in celebration of a partnership that has spanned over 40 years, MESA/Boogie and John Petrucci guitarist, lyricist and founding member of the GRAMMY® Award-winning progressive metal band Dream Theater, are proud to announce the new JP-2C™ 1×12 Combo. The MESA/Boogie JP-2C 1×12 Combo is available now in a limited edition run at authorized MESA/Boogie dealers, and on www.mesaboogie.com. “When designing the JP-2C with the team at MESA/Boogie, the goal was to build an amp that covers everything while honoring the heritage of its iconic Mark IIC+ predecessor. It offers three channels of authentic Mark IIC+ tones and also includes updated features [Read More]

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Gibson introduces Jason Isbell “Red Eye” collector edition

June 5, 2024

  Introducing a Collector’s Edition clone of Jason Isbell’s famous ’59 Les Paul, “Red Eye.” “Red Eye” was the long-time sidekick of Ed King of Lynyrd Skynyrd. After Ed passed away in 2018, six-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Americana artist Jason Isbell purchased Red Eye and often features it in his stage and studio performances. Only 59 of these exceptional instruments have been handmade by the expert luthiers of the Gibson Custom Shop and Murphy Lab in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of this extraordinary Collector’s Edition run. An Illustrious History  Like many ’59 Les Pauls, “Red Eye” has a unique and illustrious history. Much of the red color on the top faded while displayed in a store window, except for a patch below the toggle switch that was covered by a hangtag. Ed King of Lynyrd Skynyrd purchased it in 1982 and nicknamed it “Red Eye” after its distinctive appearance.      You can watch a video where Jason Isbell talks about how he fell in love with Red Eye: Catch Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on tour now, [Read More]