ANAHEIM, CA – Live music performances will continue to be a major perk for those attending the NAMM show, set for Jan. 25-28 at the Anaheim Convention Center. NAMM announced the initial lineup of more than 170 bands and artists from around the world, performing in genres ranging from rock, pop and bluegrass to funk, hip-hop, mariachi, jazz and more, with more official band announcements coming soon.
More details from NAMM (www.namm.org):
“The NAMM Show will always be an annual destination for live music performances from every genre representing the global music industry, from established well-known bands, to incredible first-time performers launching their musical journey,” said John Mlynczak, NAMM president and CEO. Later this month, he added, “you can also expect major announcements, both from NAMM and our partners, that will bring an extremely talented collection of musicians on all of our stages across multiple days of the show.”
Below is an initial snapshot of key performances and highlights during the 2024 show and will be updated continuously leading up to the January NAMM Show. A complete listing of the entire 2024 Show live band performances can be found on NAMM.org.
Established Bands
Acts include multi-Grammy winners Mariachi Divas De Cindy Shea, the U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West’s “Galaxy” featuring Poncho Sanchez, R&B star Khalil Nash, Chris Rocha of Miel San Marcos, violinist Jesus Florido, “Big Time Rush” actor Stephen Kramer Glickman as well as Pat Petrillo Big Rhythm Band, Roni Lee, Venice, and many more. Additionally, Yamaha will be presenting nightly concerts featuring popular artists on the Yamaha Grand Plaza Stage.
Emerging Bands
Acts include award winning singer Ede Callier, hip hop artist Blimes, American Idol finalist Olivia Rox, fan favorite Yachty by Nature, R&B saxophonist Rodney Taylor as well as Heaping Teaspoon, SURRIJA, Andrea Chiarini, Big Fat Meanies, Cheyenne Benton, Thunderstorm Artis and the Sound of China Guzheng Ensemble. The show will also highlight several student groups including Mission Vista High School Steel Drum Ensemble, Las Vegas High School’s Mariachi Joya, and the Teach Kids Music All Star Band.
All of these music programs and events are just part of The 2024 NAMM Show, where all sessions and events will take place on The NAMM Show campus, with highlights available through the show’s digital extension, NAMM Show+. The show will also see the return of industry award events, including Parnelli Awards, TEC Awards and SheRocks Awards, as well as other event gatherings and networking opportunities, including the Top 100 Dealer, Pro Audio Pool Party, Women of NAMM and NAMM Young Professionals receptions.
For the latest update on live performances at NAMM, along with a full roster of educational sessions and other events, go to: https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/sessions
