HIGHWIRE DAZE MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES STAR-STUDDED SIGNINGS & EXCLUSIVE PERFORMANCES AT THE 2025 NAMM SHOW

HIGHWIRE DAZE MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES STAR-STUDDED SIGNINGS & EXCLUSIVE PERFORMANCES AT THE 2025 NAMM SHOW

Highwire Daze Magazine, a cornerstone of rock and metal journalism since 1990, is set to electrify The NAMM Show once again. Celebrating its 34th year, the publication is thrilled to host an all-star lineup of artist signings and an exclusive live acoustic performance at Hall C, Booth 6745. This marks its fifth year at NAMM, bringing the best in rock, metal, punk, and rising talent to the forefront.

Rock fans can expect an unforgettable weekend with signing sessions featuring legendary and rising stars alike. Meet-and-greet opportunities will include Babylon A.D. (Perris Records), Holy Mother (Massacre Records), and Calaveras alongside the next generation of talent, including 12 Gauge Trixie, Ash Blair, AZRA, Devon Thompson, ForgetXTomorrow, Jensen Gering (Nickelodeon’s Erin & Aaron), and Mori’s Memento.

Adding to the excitement, Saturday, January 25, at 2 PM, will feature a one-of-a-kind acoustic performance curated by FAITHSEDGE frontman Giancarlo Floridia. Known for his stellar songwriting contributions at Frontiers Music Srl (Sweet & Lynch, Lynch Mob, Robin McAuley, and more), Floridia has assembled a powerhouse band featuring drummer Nolan Richards and bassist Jay Montoya. The performance will be nothing short of historic, with special guest appearances by:

Tod Howarth (Frehley’s Comet, Four by Fate)
Matt Fuller (Ex-Puddle of Mudd)
Robby Lochner (Jack Russell’s Great White)
Neil Turbin (Original Anthrax singer, Neil Turbin Band)

An autograph signing session will follow this electrifying event.

Artist Excitement & Exclusive Quotes:

The artists have expressed great enthusiasm for the event. Derek Davis of Babylon A.D. shared:

“We’re very excited to be part of the Highwire Daze Magazine meet-and-greet signing at the 2025 NAMM Show. What a great opportunity to meet and hang out with musicians and vendors who share the same passion and love for music and the industry we thrive in.”

Similarly, Mike Tirelli of Holy Mother conveyed excitement about engaging with fans:

“Hello everybody! Holy Mother will be at the Highwire Daze booth on Friday, January 24th, at 2 PM. We will be doing a meet-and-greet and autograph signing. We are very excited to meet new fans, old fans, and fans of metal and rock. This will be in support of our new album, Rise. Come out and say hello. We’d love to meet ya!”

Event curator Giancarlo Floridia also expressed his anticipation:

“It’s once again a privilege to be playing for Ken and the team at Highwire Daze Magazine. I put together a very special group of musicians from some of my favorite bands, and I know everybody is gonna love the show! See you guys Saturday!”

NAMM Schedule – Highwire Daze Booth (Hall C, Booth 6745)

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23

12 PM – The Swansons
1 PM – Jensen Gering
2 PM – Dan Sindel

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24

12 PM – James Grover (Highwire Daze columnist & guitar luthier)
1 PM – The Militants
1:30 PM – We Are The Black Things
2 PM – Holy Mother (Massacre Records)
3 PM – AZRA
3:30 PM – Fifi LaRue
4 PM – Mori’s Memento

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25

12 PM – Calaveras
1 PM – Babylon A.D. (Perris Records)
2 PM – All-Star Acoustic Performance & Signing Featuring Members of Frehley’s Comet, Jack Russell’s Great White, Ex-Puddle of Mudd, and Ex-Anthrax
3 PM – Devon Thompson
3:30 PM – 12 Gauge Trixie
4 PM – Ash Blair
4:30 PM – ForgetXTomorrow

The NAMM Show remains the ultimate gathering for the music industry, and Highwire Daze Magazine is set to bring energy, legendary artists, and rising stars to Hall C, Booth 6745. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet iconic musicians, discover new talent, and witness an exclusive acoustic performance.

The event will take place in Anaheim from January 23-25, 2025.