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NAMM 2019, Stealth Sonics
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Stealth Sonics are approaching in-ear monitors in a whole new way. They are using science that leverages their innovations in the medical, music, acoustic and aerospace fields to craft in-ear monitors that are as unique as you are; from custom precision-tuned systems to personalized finishes that let your monitors become an extension of your lifestyle. […]
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NAMM 2019, NAMM TEC Awards - Peter Frampton Receives Les Paul Innovation Award
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Presented annually by the NAMM Foundation during The NAMM Show, The NAMM TEC Awards (The NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards), formally the Technical Excellence and Creativity Awards, is an annual event recognizing exceptional accomplishments in audio/sound for the film, television and music industry for both individuals, small companies and large corporations. Winners from each […]
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Knaggs Guitars, NAMM 2019
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Although Peter Wolf and I have talked many times before on Facebook, we had never sat down and been able to chat about his amazing guitars and his extensive background in making them. I had a chance to play his guitars and see the quality of the construction when we spoke at this years NAMM. I […]
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NAMM 2019, Waves Audio Limited
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Waves Audio, Ltd., is an international mixing and mastering hardware and software development company specializing in digital tools and plug-ins for music and film producers, sound engineers, live recording and post-production editing. Founded in 1992, its American facility is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. During our visit to the Waves booth, we were treated to a […]
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DarkGlass Electronics, NAMM 2019
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This year at NAMM, I was introduced to Darkglass Electronics. An equipment manufacturer for bass players that I was not that familiar with. I was interested in what was new for this year and boy was I floored when they showed me the new amp models for this year. The 2019 Microtubes 900 was a […]
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Nothing More - The Stories We tell Ourselves
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Texas rockers opened up the show for Breaking Benjamin and Five Finger Death Punch and were so impressive I immediately went out and bought their new album titled “The Stories We tell Ourselves”. I’ve seen hundreds of concerts and the Lead Singer for this band was electrifying on stage, which reminded me of AC/DC’s Bon Scott. […]
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Hootie & The Blowfish to Embark on 44-City 2019 Group Therapy Tour
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Iconic pop-rock band Hootie & the Blowfish appeared on NBC’s TODAY this morning to announce a highly anticipated return to full-time touring in 2019, as the foursome sets out on the 2019 Group Therapy Tour with direct support from special guests Barenaked Ladies. The band formed by Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker and Jim “Soni” Sonefeld during their time as students […]
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Trisha Yearwood to Perform LIVE! from the Rainbow Room
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On Thursday, February 14th, platinum-selling, multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM award winning artist, Trisha Yearwood, will serenade guests with an intimate performance inside one of New York’smost glamorous and iconic settings. Set 65 stories above the landmark Rockefeller Center with panoramic views in every direction, Trisha will host a one-night only performance on the most romantic night of […]
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Fender® Introduces American Performer Series Guitars And Basses Amid Spike In Live Concert Attendance
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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announced the release of its American Performer Series, a brand new electric guitar line and gateway into Fender’s Corona, Calif.-made electric guitar offerings. Previously called the American Special Series, American Performer marks the first refresh of guitars and basses at the $1,099.99 price point in more than 10 years. Available now, the […]
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MAGIC DANCE - New Eyes
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MAGIC DANCE was born in 2012 on Long Island, NY as a solo project for singer/songwriter Jon Siejka. A self-taught musician and producer, his debut EP, “Another World” was released in May 2013. “The Mirror of Dreams” and “Kiss Scene” EPs followed, all heavily influenced by the iconic synth-pop and film soundtrack music of the ‘80s. […]