# Cowbell Neckwear ‘Guitar Hero' Inspires Musical Jewelry By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-09-04 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowbell-hero-necklace References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_1&listing_id=12451253) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21702744) Have you ever wished that Rock Band and Guitar Hero included less traditional instruments, like a cowbell? If you answered yes, then know that you are not alone. The Cowbell Hero necklace is the latest in Guitar Hero inspired jewelry. There is even a Cowbell hero [pin](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21702744) for those of us who may not gravitate towards necklaces. These handmade charms may have been created as an homage to Christopher Walken’s infamous SNL skit, ‘More Cowbell,’ or as a plea to the powers that be at [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-soundslayer-gnw10), MTV Games and EA. Either way, the Cowbell Hero necklace is one charming piece of Guitar Hero inspired jewelry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Musical Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new and unique musical-inspired jewelry pieces that cater to different instrument enthusiasts. - **Guitar Hero Inspired:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative accessories and merchandise inspired by popular video games and virtual music experiences. - **Handmade Charms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the market for handmade jewelry and create charms that appeal to niche interests and pop culture references. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce customizable jewelry designs and accessories that cater to specific interests and fandoms. - **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the intersection of gaming and fashion by developing gaming-inspired merchandise and accessories. - **Crafts and DIY:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create DIY jewelry kits and craft supplies for individuals who enjoy making their own unique accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Button-Activated Guitar Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockdreamer-guitarbar.md) - [Retro Wired Headphone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racer-worldwide-racerpods-necklace.md) - [Playful Music Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loog-x-hello-kitty.md) - [Guitar-Inspired Timepiece Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgari-and-fender.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Guitar-Shaped Cutting Scissors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikken-cutlery.md) - [Adorable Exclusive Music Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-and-sanrio.md) - [Seasonal Gamer Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-1.md) - [Chic Game Day Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknots-new-game-day-collection.md)