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School of Rock Announces Winners of Jimi Hendrix 80th Birthday Tribute Contest

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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CANTON, Mass., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- School of Rock , the leader in performance-based music education, announced the students of School of Rock Guarulhos, Brazil, as the winners of their exclusive Jimi Hendrix 80th Birthday Tribute Contest.

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  • CANTON, Mass., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- School of Rock , the leader in performance-based music education, announced the students of School of Rock Guarulhos, Brazil, as the winners of their exclusive Jimi Hendrix 80th Birthday Tribute Contest.
  • The students, Alex, 17 on vocals and guitar, Caio, 17 on drums, and Arthur, 17 on bass, of School of Rock Guarulhos performed "All Along the Watchtower" by Jimi Hendrix.
  • School of Rock teamed up with Janie Hendrix, sister of Jimi Hendrix and President/CEO of the official family company Experience Hendrix, Sony Music, Fender Musical Instruments Corp., and Hal Leonard to hold a Jimi Hendrix video performance competition.
  • "Thank you to all of the talented students that participated in the contest," said Rob Price, CEO of School of Rock.

BRIXTON® AND FENDER® RELEASE LIMITED EDITION FASHION COLLECTION TO CELEBRATE THE 60th ANNIVERSARY OF THE ICONIC JAGUAR® GUITAR

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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OCEANSIDE, Calif., Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California-based, premium lifestyle brand, Brixton, has launched a new collection in collaboration with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC), The Brixton & Fender 60th Anniversary Jaguar Guitar Collection to celebrate this milestone of the Jaguar—an iconic guitar that defies convention, design and sound. 

Key Points: 
  • The Fender Jaguar guitar was designed in 1962 and has been a fixture of the guitar playing community ever since.
  • From its offset design, to its unorthodox wiring and pickup switching capabilities, to its singular sneering tone, the Fender Jaguar guitar is optimized for the bold.
  • TheBrixton & Fender 60th Anniversary Jaguar Guitar Collection features Brixton's famed flannels, graphic tees, headwear, and more.
  • Josh makes for the perfect face of this limited release collection, uniting Brixton's vintage-inspired fashion with Fender's rich history and impact on music culture.

FENDER UNVEILS AMERICAN VINTAGE II SERIES OF ELECTRIC GUITARS AND BASSES - FAITHFUL RECREATIONS OF ITS MOST ICONIC MODELS FROM THE `50s, `60s &`70s THAT INSPIRED MUSIC CULTURE

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announced the American Vintage II Series, an electric guitar and bass line celebrating Fender's iconic models through the decades, equipped with authentic specifications and aesthetics for lovers of vintage-inspired style and sound. During the monumental musical decades of the `50s, `60s and `70s, Fender forever reshaped the sonic landscape with its innovative electric guitar and bass designs. 

Key Points: 
  • "The iconic models in the American Vintage II Series are a near 1:1 comparison with their original predecessors.
  • To spark musical inspiration today with iconic guitars of the past, Fender's American Vintage II Series breathes new life into a classic tool for players looking to create in today's modern music landscape.
  • The American Vintage II Series pays homage to the music and cultural moments they've inspired, countless and ever-evolving in reach and impact.
  • Built to the original specs, these American Vintage II series models demonstrate both the timelessness and relevance of the Fender brand."

PRESONUS RELEASES STUDIO ONE™ 6, COMPREHENSIVE UPGRADE TO AWARD-WINNING DAW, UNLOCKING CREATIVITY FOR COMMITTED PROFESSIONALS ACROSS GENRES

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. today announced the global launch of Studio One™ 6, the latest version of the company's award-winning music production software for macOS and Windows. Studio One™ 6 is the most recent chapter in the evolution of one of the bestselling digital audio workstations in the world, featuring industry-leading innovations, mixing improvements and the most advanced user interface customization options available. Version 6 makes audio content creation fast and easy, with everything you need to record, produce, mix, master and perform in a single intuitive application. Studio One 6 is available for purchase as a perpetual one-time license, or as an annual or monthly subscription to PreSonus Sphere via PreSonus.com and participating dealers. In addition to the latest two versions of Studio One™ Professional, PreSonus Sphere™ members get access to expanded collaboration tools in Studio One™ and online, Community, exclusive educational content, all PreSonus software and add-ons giving the best value to creators and the ultimate Studio One™ experience. With additional landmark innovations in the works for future iterations, Studio One™ 6 is just the start of the rollout of a new and improved feature set to support recording professionals.

Key Points: 
  • Together with PreSonus hardware and Studio One we're providing the total solution for professional and committed at-home creators, and we can't wait to hear the music they'll make."
  • Studio One 6 offers major new features and enhancements to boost creativity for seasoned professionals; moreover, the redesigned and customizable user interface helps creators focus on the task at hand.
  • Studio One6 is available in both perpetual (priced at $399.95 USD for Professional) or as part of the PreSonus Sphere subscription, which gives members every upgrade for free.
  • PreSonus, Studio One (word and logo) and PreSonus Sphere are trademarks of PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc., and/or its affiliates, some of which are registered in the U.S. and other countries.

JACKSON INTRODUCES THE AMERICAN SERIES SOLOIST™ SL3 MADE IN THE USA, BUILT FOR SPEED AND READY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF HEAVY METAL GUITARISTS

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Jackson® marks a long-awaited homecoming with the launch of the American Series Soloist™ SL3, a high-performance American-made flagship electric guitar, crafted for speed and produced for the heaviest and fastest of players. For over forty years, Jackson's reputation as the brand built to handle heavy music has been recognized and respected by artists around the globe. Its portfolio of guitars has been played on stages everywhere by the metal genre's biggest titans: Randy Rhoads, Marty Friedman, Scott Ian and more. The launch of the American Series Soloist™ SL3 cements Jackson's status as a pioneer in heavy metal innovation and the go-to instruments for the new generation of shredders who have honed their craft through tireless dedication and practice.

Key Points: 
  • We want to ensure this generation of heavy musicians have the tools they need to inspire the diverse audiences who love them.
  • We've gone to great lengths to make the American Series Soloist SL3 the guitar that defines today's ever-evolving metal sound.
  • We believe it will appeal to the many touring guitarists who want a top-quality, USA-built Jackson at an accessible price.
  • "Jackson guitars are the perfect tool for the job I do and the American Series Soloist SL3 has me playing better than ever.

FENDER CUSTOM SHOP™ AND ILLUMINATION JOIN FORCES TO CREATE ONE-OF-A-KIND "FENDER® x MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU" COLLECTION TO SUPPORT FENDER PLAY FOUNDATION™, MUSIC EDUCATION IN LOS ANGELES

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Friday, July 22, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Custom Shop™ (FCS) and The Fender Play Foundation™ (FPF) today announced the "Fender® x Minions: The Rise of Gru" Collection in collaboration with legendary animation studio Illumination and its recent release of Minions: The Rise of Gru. To continue supporting the Foundation's efforts to equip, educate and inspire the next generation of players, all proceeds from the sales of the Minions: The Rise of Gru inspired instruments will support the FPF's music education programs with elementary and middle school students in Los Angeles. With the otherworldly creativity of Illumination designers, Fender Custom Shop Master Builders built one-of-a-kind instruments inspired by the beloved Minions universe and the importance of music to the franchise. Each creation was thoughtfully crafted in a collaborative effort to create stunning, unique, and endearing guitars that will be loved for many years to come. The collection of bespoke, master-built guitars, bass and ukulele are available for purchase globally. Information on how to buy any model is available on fender.com or by contacting [email protected]. 

Key Points: 
  • With the otherworldly creativity of Illumination designers, Fender Custom Shop Master Builders built one-of-a-kind instruments inspired by the beloved Minions universe and the importance of music to the franchise.
  • Together, we are harnessing the power and creativity of our movies and characters to help expand equitable access to music and arts education for all."
  • Fender x Minions: The Rise of Gru Collection includes:
    Masterbuilt by Kyle McMillin, the custom Minions Stratocaster guitar is a Dakota Red guitar outfitted with unique fret markers and pearl inlays.
  • Thorn commented on his Otto's Moon Bass guitar: "The Illumination team is an incredibly talented group of artists and designers.

FENDER HOSTS 'THE #GUITARTOK EFFECT' PANEL -- DISCUSSING HOW TIKTOK IS EMPOWERING MULTIDIMENSIONAL ARTISTS, BRINGING GUITAR TO GEN-Z

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday July 19, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) hosted a panel discussion, "The #GuitarTok Effect: How TikTok is changing how we create, consume and discover new music" at Desert 5 Spot in Hollywood, Calif. Panelists shared perspectives on TikTok's phenomenal impact on music discovery, including the positive growth for emerging artists, the powerful #GuitarTok community, and the integral role Player Plus guitars play as tools for rising artists and guitarists in achieving notoriety on the app. A largely unexplored territory within the trending TikTok conversation that has recently caught fire, #GuitarTok is continuing to emerge as a go-to source for playing tips and tutorials, inspiration, a sense of community, connection and collaboration - as well as a direct pathway to discovery for music managers and label talent scouts.

Key Points: 
  • The magic of TikTok user experience is differentiated from other platforms, allowing artists to connect with the community where they are and what their interests are.
  • "TikTok is so good about finding the people who need what you are putting out there," shared April Kae, Artist, Content Creator, Activist & TikTok Bass Sensation.
  • "It's bringing people together around something bigger - and doing that through music, which is something I really love."
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Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare Welcomes Kathleen Bigsby as Group CEO for the Western Region

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, a leading national behavioral health treatment network, is pleased to announce thatKathleen Bigsby, Ph.D., LCSW, has been appointed Group CEO for its Western Region treatment centers.

Key Points: 
  • BRENTWOOD, Tenn., June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, a leading national behavioral health treatment network, is pleased to announce thatKathleen Bigsby, Ph.D., LCSW, has been appointed Group CEO for its Western Region treatment centers.
  • With over 30 years of experience and leadership within the behavioral healthcare industry, Bigsby served 15 of those years in Regional Group Director, Group CEO, and CEO roles at The Canyon Treatment Services within Foundations Recovery Network and at Universal Health Services (UHS).
  • "We are excited that Kathleen has joined the Odyssey team to lead the growth and continued success of our Western Region facilities," noted Richard Clark, CEO at Odyssey.
  • "I'm thrilled to be part of the Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare team and lead these high-quality treatment facilities with clinical excellence," said Kathleen Bigsby.

FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION APPOINTS AMANI DUNCAN AND MARIA FERNANDEZ TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) , the world's leading musical instrument manufacturer, marketer and distributor,today announced the appointment of two industry veterans to its Board of Directors:Amani Duncan and Maria Fernandez, beginning May2022.

Key Points: 
  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) , the world's leading musical instrument manufacturer, marketer and distributor,today announced the appointment of two industry veterans to its Board of Directors:Amani Duncan and Maria Fernandez, beginning May2022.
  • With the additions of Amani and Maria to its Board of Directors, FMIC is very optimistic about the future ahead.
  • ABOUT FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION:
    Since 1946, Fender has revolutionized music and culture as one of the world's leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors.
  • FENDER (standard and stylized) are trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation and/or its affiliates, registered in the U.S. and other countries.

FENDER LAUNCHES NILE RODGERS "HITMAKER" STRATOCASTER® GUITAR, HONORING ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME, SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME MASTER MUSICIAN AND A GUITAR THAT HAS DEFINED 50 YEARS OF POP MUSIC

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announces the launch of the Nile Rodgers "Hitmaker" Stratocaster® guitar, a collaboration with the three-time Grammy® winner, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and a living legend of modern music with unfathomable cultural impact. This Fender® Artist Signature Series release honors both Nile and the iconic guitar he used to write, produce and/or perform on countless hits for the likes of: David Bowie, Diana Ross, Madonna, Daft Punk, Duran Duran, The B-52's, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Daddy Yankee, Robert Plant / The Honeydrippers, Jeff Beck, The Vaughan Brothers, Lady Gaga, Sister Sledge, INXS, Sam Smith and many more. Later this spring, fans around the world can also learn to play the culture-defining songs Rodgers produced, wrote or played guitar on via  Fender Play®, Fender's complete online learning app for guitar, bass and ukulele. The Nile Rodgers collection will include words of advice from Rodgers himself, insight into his collaborative, creative process and individual video lessons for hits like "Good Times" and "Le Freak" (Chic); "I'm Coming Out" and "Upside Down" (Diana Ross); "Like A Virgin" and "Material Girl" (Madonna) when selecting the Pop path.

Key Points: 
  • After working closely with Fender to ensure a faithful recreation, the Nile Rodgers "Hitmaker" Stratocaster guitar will enable players everywhere to experience one of the most ubiquitous guitars in recorded music.
  • Watch as Nile plays through some of his top hits and dives into the story behind his iconic guitar .
  • "I've heard people say the Hitmaker is a $2 billion dollar guitar," said Nile Rodgers.
  • The Fender Nile Rodgers "Hitmaker" Stratocaster guitar features a moderately thinner alder body with custom contours that match the original.