From January 25-28, NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global non-profit music trade organization, gathered the music industry for an exciting week at the 2024 NAMM Show, setting the stage for the music industry for years to come. Decided the story. , With 1,600+ exhibitors representing 3,500+ brands from around the world, the NAMM Show showcases innovative technologies, products and trends that shape the future of the music industry, as well as a week-long platform for personal connections and meetings prepare which is a necessity. Development of music industry.
“The 2024 NAMM Show was a tremendous success that excited members of our organizations
accelerated positive momentum for the entire global music industry,” says John Mlinczak, NAMM
President and CEO. “We remained completely focused on bringing together the right mix of companies, buyers.
To empower international attendees, influencers, media and artists across our global industry
Relationships that have built and will continue to grow our industry.”
NAMM Show 2024 by the numbers
62,000+ show attendees, including 10,000+ international attendees from 125 countries, territories
and area
1,600+ exhibitors representing 3,500+ brands
Four full main performance halls, plus two packed stages of Pro Audio in the North Hall
Largest ever percentage of buyers and influencers from all sectors
Over 2,000 global media, social influencers and content creators reaching over 120 million followers
Over 6,700 students, teachers and nonprofit leaders
250+ education sessions with 650+ speakers
Record Number of Submissions for NAMM Best in Show Awards
“NAMM 2024 delivered in every way possible, from artists performing on multiple stages around the show to executives and emerging industry leaders delivering key messages inside the convention center, as well as hundreds of global brands showcasing new vision, products and partnerships. Announced,” said. Tom Sumner, Chairman of NAMM and President of Yamaha Music USA. “We are excited to create the world’s largest opportunity to bring the industry together every January, to gather and work
Business.”
Highlights of NAMM Show 2024 Set List
Critically Acclaimed Producer Mark Ronson Receives NAMM’s Music for Life Honor NAMM honors producer and songwriter Mark Ronson with its highest honor, the Music for Life Award, in recognition of his lifelong contribution to music and commitment to inspiring music makers . In a Day One Show Q&A with NAMM President and CEO John Malinzak, Ronson discussed his early musical influences, the products that have helped define his career, and thoughts on the rise of AI in music production.
NAMM’s grand rally for music education
NAMM unites industry around its mission, highlighting emotional third day of show
Speech and onstage performance by five-time GRAMMY winner Victor Wooten. bring in audience
Kept on its feet throughout its performance with its message of how music can bridge chaos and bring chaos to life
Communities together, Wooten’s heartfelt words reinforce the impact that the music industry can make
Focus on humanity as we work together to create more music creators.
NAMM Female Entrepreneur of the Year Award
NAMM presented Cassandra Sotos, owner of Amp Rx, with its inaugural award, which was created to recognize
And fostering one of the music industry’s most dynamic female entrepreneurs who is a positive
Global impact by inspiring others through your leadership while leading a successful business. this new
This award highlights NAMM’s commitment to empowering innovators and entrepreneurs in the MI industry.
NAMM NEXT
NAMM announces NAMM NeXT, a summer education and networking conference organized specifically for
Includes expert presenters leading discussions on ideas, marketing and for the music industry
Leadership, Customer Experience and Entrepreneurship. NAMM Next registration opens March 1.
NAMM looks to the future
NAMM education sessions provide inspiration for all sectors of the industry and adoption of Generative AI
First with a wide range of thought leaders speaking on this topic. NAMM announced this
New research launches from Forrester Research to study the modern customer journey
The age of generative AI. The 2024 NAMM Show also delivered NAMM’s strongest showing ever
Young professionals and women of NAMM programming, highlighting what the future holds for our industry
In great hands.
“We gather in 2024 at the intersection of unprecedented disruption and emerging new technologies,
And our industry proved last week that it is ready to move forward together,” says John.
Malinzak, NAMM President and CEO. “The overwhelmingly positive feedback from our members is renewed
and reinforces our commitment to serve as a global platform for business growth and maintain our
Work year-round to serve the music industry we all love and cherish.”
To learn more about the 2024 NAMM Show and its full calendar of association activities
Year please visit www.namm.org.
Source: www.musicconnection.com
