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The Musical Instruments Market Size Is Expected To Reach $14 Billion By 2027

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As per The Business Research Company’s Musical Instruments Global Market Report 2023, the global musical instruments market is poised for consistent growth, with the market size set to increase from $13.25 billion in 2022 to $13.57 billion in 2023, reflecting a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.4%. Looking ahead, the musical instruments market is expected to maintain this melodious rhythm, with a forecasted CAGR of 2.4% leading to a musical instruments market size of $14.92 billion in 2027. This promising trajectory is attributed to several key factors propelling the industry forward.

Key Drivers of Growth
Driving the musical instruments market’s growth are the rising tide of e-commerce sales, increasing urbanization, and the expanding influence of social media platforms. These factors are responsible for the musical instruments market’s growth, offering numerous opportunities for industry players.

The global musical instruments market exhibits a pattern of concentration, with a select few industry giants shaping the landscape. In 2022, the top ten competitors collectively held a substantial 34.67% of the musical instruments market share. Notably, Yamaha Corporation took the lead with a commanding 14.10% share, followed closely by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Roland Corporation, and other prominent players. This competitive environment fosters innovation and competition among market leaders.

A notable trend within the musical instrument market is the growing emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness. Reflecting increasing awareness and concern for environmental impact, consumers are seeking instruments crafted from sustainable materials, manufactured using eco-friendly processes, and adhering to ethical sourcing practices. Manufacturers are responding by incorporating recycled materials, responsibly sourced wood, and energy-efficient production techniques. Bamboo, recycled metals, sustainable wood, and plant-based materials are becoming integral to instrument manufacturing.

In 2022, Yamaha, a prominent Japan-based musical instrument and audio equipment manufacturer, established a dedicated team to monitor the organization’s timber usage, underscoring their commitment to sustainable materials and responsible production methods. Moreover, in 2021, Breedlove, a US-based acoustic instrument company, introduced eco-friendly instruments to the market. Notable models like the ECO Discovery S and Pursuit prioritize sustainability in their manufacturing processes.

Sony Electronics & Olivia Rodrigo to Release “LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo” Limited Edition Headphones

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Sony Electronics Inc. and Olivia Rodrigo today announced the release of LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo designed and tuned in collaboration with three-time GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum-selling, singer/songwriter Olivia Rodrigo. Based off Sony’s LinkBuds S noise-canceling truly-wireless headphones, the new limited edition LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo feature Custom EQs (special equalizers) tuned by Olivia and her producer Daniel Nigro for optimal listening of her albums GUTS and SOUR on any music streaming service and come in a unique violet marble pattern styled by Olivia and made with factory-recovered plastic and reclaimed water bottles.

For more information and to pre-order LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo please visit https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/truly-wireless-earbuds/p/wfls900nv.

“I’m so excited that I got to design a limited edition LinkBuds S in the color violet. The sound is incredible, and I can’t wait for my fans to experience GUTS in this way,” says Olivia.

“These headphones are meant to deliver a listening experience that is a personal extension of Olivia Rodrigo’s creative intent and unique sound,” says Hiroshi Nakamura, Head of Personal Entertainment Business Unit, Sony Corporation. “As a company that puts creator vision over everything, Sony aims to connect artists with their fans in innovative ways. Olivia’s authenticity and commitment to her fanbase is one we wanted to honor with this amazing LinkBuds S partnership.”

The LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo includes two special equalizers customized for Olivia’s music that can be accessed through the Sony|Headphones Connect app1, allowing fans to listen like Olivia.

When designing the LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo, Olivia chose an environmentally-conscious design using factory-recovered plastic, reclaimed water bottles, and recycled plastic materials from automobile parts to create parts of the case and body of the headphones 2. Due to the variation in material, the headphones host a violet marble pattern that causes no two pairs of LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo to be the same.

LinkBuds S Noise-Canceling and High-Resolution Audio Wireless

Just like the LinkBuds S, the LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo feature noise-canceling, High-Resolution Audio Wireless, and host an ultra-small and lightweight design so fans will be able to comfortably listen to their favorite album all day long. Smart features such as Adaptive Sound Control and Auto Play senses the user’s behavior and automatically adjust sound settings to provide the right sound for the moment. The LinkBuds S combines innovative ambient sound that lets the listener interact with the world around them with high-quality noise-canceling technology allowing them to focus on their favorite track from Olivia and nothing else.

The LinkBuds S allow the listener to experience High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to Sony’s industry-adopted audio coding technology, LDAC 3. All music will be restored back to high-range sound with the use of DSEE Extreme™ that upscales digital music files in real time4, allowing the listener to appreciate all the fine details in their most-loved tracks.

The LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo will be priced at MSRP USD $199.99 and available in the United States for pre-order today at Sony.com and authorized dealers.

For U.S. preorders, please visit: https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/truly-wireless-earbuds/p/wfls900nv

For full LinkBuds S specifications, please visit: https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/truly-wireless-earbuds/p/wfls900nv

The Full Danish TV’s interview with Mark Hollis of Talk Talk In 1998

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The late Mark Hollis and his insights into Talk Talk’s music are on full display here in this Danish talk show interview from 1998, around the time of his debut solo album.

The Spider-Man Safety Series “What To Do About Drugs” From 1990

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The recent discovery of the second video in the Spider-Man Safety Series, titled “What To Do About Drugs” from 1990, has stirred excitement among fans and collectors alike. This obscure and previously undiscovered installment in the educational series offers a unique glimpse into the cultural landscape of the early ’90s.

Queen & George Michael Performing “Somebody to Love” In REHEARSALS Will Blow Your Mind

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As one commenter said about these Freddie Mercury Tribute rehearsals in 1992, “David Bowie watching George Michael sing Freddy Mercury is the definition of the multiverse.”

Want To Watch Danny Carey From TOOL Up Close Performing “Pneuma” For 11 Minutes? Here You Go.

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Think someone said it best when they said Danny Carey made a deal with the devil. No one knows what Danny got, but the devil got drum lessons.

Jerry Lee Lewis Performing “Great Balls Of Fire, What’d I Say & Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin On” Medley In 1969 Is The Best Thing You’ll See Today

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Jerry Lee Lewis performed a medley of “Great Balls Of Fire, What’d I Say and Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” on The Ed Sullivan Show on November 16, 1969.

Father Guido Sarducci Unveils Hilarious Vision For The ‘Five Minute University’

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Father Guido Sarducci’s concept for the Five Minute University is a humorous and concise approach to higher education. In his ingenious proposal, students would attend a university where they learn only what they would remember five years after graduation. This comical take on education emphasizes the practicality of retaining key knowledge in a short timeframe, offering a lighthearted perspective on the efficiency of learning essential information.

Stanley Jordan’s Jaw-Dropping Rendition of ‘Eleanor Rigby’ Takes Center Stage at the 1986 Newport Jazz Festival

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At the 1986 Newport Jazz Festival, jazz guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan delivered a breathtaking rendition of The Beatles’ poignant ballad ‘Eleanor Rigby.’ Using his distinctive two-handed tapping technique, Jordan added a unique touch to this heartrending classic, leaving the audience in awe.

Bas Announces North America Tour

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GRAMMY-nominated, RIAA-certified artist Bas has announced his 2024 North America tour in support of his newly released fourth album We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up. Kicking off March 3 at House of Blues in Dallas the 23-city tour produced by Live Nation will make stops in Los Angeles, Toronto, Atlanta and more before wrapping up in New York at Irving Plaza on April 9.

Produced by Boi-1da, T-Minus, J.Cole among others Bas’s fourth album We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up was profoundly inspired by his travels having traversed five continents since 2022. Collaborating with an international roster of featured artists, Bas curated a journey to transcend borders, boasting an impressive lineup including J. Cole (NC), Amaarae (Ghana), AJ Tracey (London), FKJ (France), A$AP FERG (NYC), Adekunle Gold (Nigeria), Blxckie (South Africa) and Sha Sha (Zimbabwe) with additional production from Nigerian super producer Kel- P, J Lloyd (Jungle), Lydia Kitto, and more.

We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up follows a dual narrative for Bas. On one hand, the album sheds light on the societal phenomenon where sensitive topics become conversational only under the influence of substances, as evident in tracks like “Ho Chi Minh.” On the flip side, it also serves as a commentary on society’s tendency to remain indifferent to challenging scenarios until they reach critical junctures, as reflected in tracks like “Khartoum” and “Decent.”


BAS 2024 TOUR DATES:

Sun Mar 03 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues
Mon Mar 04 – Austin, TX – Emo’s
Tue Mar 05 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
Fri Mar 08 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues
Sun Mar 10 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
Mon Mar 11 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
Tue Mar 12 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory
Wed Mar 13 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore
Sat Mar 16 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
Sun Mar 17 – Seattle, WA – Neumos
Mon Mar 18 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom
Thu Mar 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
Fri Mar 22 – Denver, CO – Summit
Sun Mar 24 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
Mon Mar 25 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
Wed Mar 27 – Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre
Thu Mar 28 – Montreal, QB – Beanfield Theatre
Sat Mar 30 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall
Sun Mar 31 – Washington, DC – The Fillmore Silver Spring
Mon Apr 01 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
Tue Apr 02 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
Thu Apr 04 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
Tue Apr 09 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza