NAMM 2017 | Music Junkie Press

Day 78 on our NAMM Countdown: Antelope Audio launches ‘Privilege Club’

November 1, 2016

For Day 78 on our NAMM Countdown, we feature Antelope Audio. Antelope Audio is a leading manufacturer of high-end professional audio equipment and the pioneer in the adoption of Atomic clock generators, utilizing Igor Levin’s over 20 years’experience in digital audio. Antelope Audio Launches ‘Privilege Club’ for Passionate Musicians, Featuring Incentive Discount Coupon for Membership. Check out the news below: Santa Monica, Calif., October 31, 2016 —Antelope Audio, a leading interface company specializing in Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)-based vintage FX modeling, announced that it is offering a ‘Privilege Club’ for passionate musicians and fans of Antelope Audio. By joining the club at http://antelopeaudio.com/the-privilege-club/, customers can receive exclusive discounts, access to product premieres, and ‘behind the scenes’ information on Antelope Audio products.To join the new Privilege Club, customers are simply required to fill out a short survey describing how they work and the kinds of products they use on a routine basis. In exchange for their time and membership, Antelope is offering a 10 percent discount coupon to customers who register between now and November 15th, 2016. [Read More]

Day 79 on our NAMM Countdown: Elektric Voodoo set to perform at NAMM 2017 Hilton Stage

October 31, 2016

For Day 79 on our NAMM Countdown, we wanted to feature Elektric Voodoo, which is set to perform at NAMM 2017 at the Hilton Stage on January 19th. Elektric Voodoo is a band from San Diego, CA which was started by Scott Tournet (formerly of Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, Blues & Lasers, Solo). The music is a perfect fusion of afrobeat, deep space blues, latin, psychedelic, and vintage rock & roll. The music comes to life and paints a beautiful colorful picture full of depth, tones and feels. Check out more about Elektric Voodoo: Elektric Voodoo is a new band from San Diego, CA that blends afrobeat, deep space blues, latin, psychedelic, and vintage rock & roll into rhythmically charged 4 to 7 minute songs that end up being neither genre or era specific. This 5 piece ensemble is centered around the drums, percussion, and bass as all of the songs were built on driving rhythms that are undeniably propulsive. On top of this beat heavy foundation layers of guitars, vintage keyboards, and undefinable [Read More]

Day 80 on our NAMM Countdown: WIN A 2 DAY RESIDENCY WITH THE LENNON BUS AT YOUR SCHOOL

October 30, 2016

For Day 80 on our NAMM Countdown, we wanted to bring attention to an incredible contest by the Namm Foundation. CALLING ALL STUDENTS, TEACHERS & ADMINISTRATORS: Imagine the best mobile recording studio in the world visiting YOUR school! ENTER your video now to win a 2 day residency with The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus through the NAMM Foundation by November 18th! Check out the details below: Beginning on September 14, 2016, eligible school districts throughout the U.S. are invited to submit an online application with a link to an original one-minute student-produced and faculty-advised video on the theme, “What makes music education great in my school district?” On music in schools: “There is no other setting where every child can receive a music education.” – Dalouge Smith, San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory. Since 2014, The NAMM Foundation has hosted 13 residencies in communities throughout the U.S. celebrating music education, and students, teachers, school and community leaders that are creating music learning opportunities for all students. Your school district could be next! Review program official rules and submit [Read More]

Day 81 on our NAMM Countdown: 2017 She Rocks Awards Honorees Announced!

October 29, 2016

One of the exciting events that is held during NAMM is the She Rocks Awards and we can’t wait to share with you the 2017 Honorees list. Check out the news below: The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN), is thrilled to announce the 2017 She Rocks Awards honorees. Paying tribute to women in the music industry, the fifth annual She Rocks Awards at the NAMM show will take place on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel in Anaheim, Calif. Tickets are available for purchase at sherocksawards.com.The 2017 She Rocks Awards recipients include: • Monique Boyer, director, global artist relations/PRO membership at M.A.C. Cosmetics• Rebecca Eaddy, marketing communications manager for Roland Corporation U.S.• Lita Ford, legendary rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriter • Beverly Fowler, director of artist relations and events at PRS Guitars• Lisa Foxx, radio personality at MYfm on the iHeartRadio network• Charyn Harris, conductor of music programs at A Place Called Home • Karrie Keyes, founder of Soundgirls and sound engineer for Pearl Jam• Tracy Leenman, owner [Read More]

Day 82. Aerosmith’s Co-Founding Member & Lead Guitarist Joe Perry to Receive Les Paul Award at 32nd Annual NAMM TEC Awards

October 27, 2016

We have some exciting news to share with you. Aerosmith’s Co-Founding Member & Lead Guitarist Joe Perry to Receive Les Paul Award at 32nd Annual NAMM TEC Awards. We can’t wait to bring you coverage of this amazing event which will take place during the 32nd Annual TEC Awards at NAMM 2017 on January 21st. Check out the news below: Rock & Roll Hall of Famer to Perform at Ceremony Also Honoring Band’s Famed Producer, Jack Douglas, Saturday, January 21 Carlsbad, Calif. (October 27, 2016) – As part of its 32nd Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards (NAMM TEC Awards), The NAMM Foundation has announced that rocker Joe Perry will receive the prestigious Les Paul Award. The annual award is given on behalf of the Les Paul Foundation and honors individuals that have set the highest standards of excellence in the creative application of recording technology in the spirit of the famed audio pioneer, inventor and musician, Les Paul. The award will be presented at a January 21st ceremony being held in Anaheim, CA as part of [Read More]

83 on NAMM Countdown: Analog Alien Guitar Pedals; successfully recreating that vintage sound!

October 27, 2016

For Day 83 on our 100 Days Countdown to NAMM, we feature Analog Alien Guitar Pedals. This boutique guitar pedal successfully recreates vintage sounds from the 60’s and 70’s. The sounds that got us to fall deeply in love with music! They have some amazing pedals and we can’t wait to check them out firsthand at NAMM 2017. They will be at Booth #6898. Check out some of their pedals: Watch a video of a Tony Pasko demoing the Joe Walsh Double Classic: You can visit their website and watch more great videos as well as get information on all of their pedals. Make sure to visit them at NAMM 2017, Booth #6898! Website: http://www.analogalien.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Analog-Alien-Guitar-Pedals-149929521752152/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/analogalien 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]

84 on NAMM Countdown: Jon Hammond Funk Unit set to perform center stage, January 20th

October 26, 2016

For Day 84 on our 100 Days Countdown to NAMM, we feature Jon Hammond Funk Unit. The San Francisco band is set to perform on the Center Stage during NAMM 2017 on Friday, January 20th, between 4:00 to 4:40 PM. “The Jon Hammond Show” is a funky, swinging Jazz instrumental revue, featuring notable international soloists and reflecting the influences of Miles Davis, The Crusaders and Jimmy Smith. Artist Info: Leslie “Chuggy” Carter: Percussion / Percussionist Joe Berger: Guitar / Guitarist Louis “Flip” Winfield: Drums / Drummer Alex Budman: Tenor Saxophone / Saxophonist Roland Barber: Trombone / Trombonist Jon Hammond: Organ / Organist Check out a video of their performance: Make sure not to miss them on Friday, January 20th at 4:00 Center Stage! Visit their social media sites for more information: Website: http://www.jonhammondband.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonhammondband/ 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: [Read More]