Colin Padalecki discusses the band’s evolution, his creative process, and the magic within vintage instruments.
"We are distracted. We cannot find the stillness to listen to ourselves. With active listening or being the creator, you find your voice."
Riley Breckenridge discusses his hybrid setup, Thrice’s ever-evolving sound, and the Warped Tour’s return.
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The Dublin noise rock quartet doesn't need tried-and-true tropes or viral TikTok moments to melt minds on its acclaimed new album.
The multi-talented artist, producer, and sound designer discusses his eclectic career path, latest project, and character of his JUNO-106.
The Malawian DJ and producer discusses her multifaceted career at the intersection of art, activism, and the sound of heritage.
LISTENING GUIDE
Go inside Daramola's studio sessions with Shakira, Marc Anthony, and others to see how Roland synths form the secret architecture of modern Latin hitmaking.
Submerge yourself in this starting point for an experimental genre of rock music that floats, swirls, and unfolds.
Find out how 9th Wonder helped reshape the rules of sample-based production in the 21st century with this selection of classics.
From droning electronic pieces to spiritual soundscapes, these records offer a beautiful entry point into this immersive genre.
The trailblazer combined synthesizers, tight songwriting chops, and an evolving glam sci-fi image. Probe the outer limits of his discography.
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Keigo Oyamada, aka Cornelius, reflects on YMO’s influence, his bond with Ryuichi Sakamoto, and his new album, Refractions.
Joseph Butler IV and Torrence Thomas discuss how the SPD-SX turned a three-piece band into a full production, blending tracks and live playing.
Chuck Comeau and Jeff Stinco discuss their favorite Roland and BOSS gear, the key to the band’s longevity, and the thriving pop-punk scene.
The iconic singer opens up about her career journey, the power of pop music, and how she stays in the flow state when playing piano.
SOUND BEHIND THE SONG
Join us on a walk through the mysterious sycamore trees of Twin Peaks, as we unveil the secrets behind the show’s legendary opening theme.
Doctor Who, the sci-fi phenomenon, has taken many forms—and so has its theme. Discover how the 1980 version became a definitive classic.
Find out how David Bowie and Iggy Pop created a slapback-saturated swing that takes the listener on a hazy nighttime stroll through Berlin.
The cultural ramifications of "Big Fun" are difficult to measure. Inner City drafted the sonic palette for a movement.
FP-40 with Piano Sphere
Roland Future Design Lab
Designing Access: An Interview with Jason Dasent
Meet Jason Dasent: music producer, accessibility advocate, and the architect of Roland’s first dedicated support resources for visually impaired V-STAGE players.
Project LYDIA Phase II: Neural Sampling Evolved
Learn how Project LYDIA Phase II reflects what Roland Future Design Lab and Neutone learned from feedback and how the project is progressing.
Roland’s New Global Headquarters: Inside the Inspiration Hub
Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace.
A Look Inside Roland Future Design Lab
Roland Future Design Lab lead Paul McCabe, Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation, discusses the group’s mission and future.
DRUMS
During 2020, many of us turned to creative pursuits while at home. For Simon Gottliffe, his positive escape came from drumming.
There's an excitement to playing a drum set for the first time. As a father, Oli Raud gets to revisit that feeling with his children.
Explore how the themes and drums on "Come as You Are” intertwine, then download the V-Drums kit to capture the Nevermind drum sound.
Josh Dun’s groove on the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots is infectious. Explore the beat and get its unique tone on V-Drums.
For Neil Peart's birthday and in remembrance of his immeasurable contribution to drumming, we journey back to revisit the Time Machine.
Our Contributors
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David is Music Marketing Leader for Roland Australia. Through his experience as a radio programmer and DJ, he brings quick thinking and instinctive market knowledge to build strong connections.
Ted Davis is a writer, editor, DJ, and musician from Northern Virginia. He currently lives in New York City after a six-year stint in the Los Angeles area. He is the ambient columnist for Bandcamp Daily and frequently contributes additional features and reviews to that publication.
Sahan Jayasuriya is a musician and writer in Milwaukee. Formerly the lead pop music writer for Third Coast Daily, he also has contributed to Milwaukee Magazine , Shepherd Express , and Explain. He is currently working on his first book, an oral history of the legendary Milwaukee punk band Die Kreuzen.
A FEW MINUTES WITH
From JUNO synths to SPD-driven live rigs, the longtime Roland user breaks down how Poolside blends analog warmth, modern flexibility, and “daytime disco” philosophy—onstage and in the studio.
Colin Padalecki discusses the band’s evolution, his creative process, and the magic within vintage instruments.
Born in Puerto Rico and based in Los Angeles, Pachyman creates hypnotic tracks that take the listener on a pilgrimage to an unusual space.
The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic.
The outfit's latest rekindles its bond with the Metropole Orkest, as Bill Laurance’s harmonic style enters new orchestral and jazz frontiers.