Careers in Music: Jeff Rona on Composing for Film, TV, and Video Games Ari Rosenschein May 23, 2024 The legendary composer reflects on lessons he’s learned in scoring, seminal moments in musical technology, and what makes a powerful cinematic theme. Read More »
Sound Behind the Song: “Axel F” by Harold Faltermeyer Ari Rosenschein April 16, 2024 “Axel F” is the inescapable theme song of the classic ’80s romp Beverly Hills Cop. Learn about the oddball hit and its pioneering creator. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Jane Weaver Ari Rosenschein April 5, 2024 Jane Weaver’s latest album is a self-contained universe. The artist discusses shaking up her studio process, cinema, and the groove. Read More »
Underground Resistance, Submerge, and the Detroit Way Ari Rosenschein February 29, 2024 Museum, artist incubator, distro, and record store—Submerge and Underground Resistance represents the interconnected Detroit music community. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Maya Shenfeld Ari Rosenschein January 31, 2024 The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic. Read More »
Roland Engineering: Designing FANTOM Ari Rosenschein October 11, 2023 FANTOM is more than a synthesizer. Takeo Shirato and his team help illuminate the groundbreaking creative hub and its perpetual growth. Read More »
Roland Engineering: Designing GAIA 2 Ari Rosenschein September 29, 2023 GAIA 2 boasts a powerful hybrid engine combining wavetable and virtual analog synthesis. Its designers shed light on this dynamic instrument. Read More »
Sound Behind the Song: “Heart of Glass” by Blondie Ari Rosenschein September 12, 2023 Sometimes, a song’s intro transports us back to a specific time. Learn how the CR-78 formed the playful rhythmic bed for “Heart of Glass.” Read More »
DJ Skratch Bastid and RomeDigs: Redefining Live Ari Rosenschein May 13, 2023 Follow DJ Skratch Bastid and Pro A/V expert RomeDigs as they reflect on the power of combining livestreaming with in-person performance. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Nathan Fake Ari Rosenschein April 8, 2023 Nathan Fake creates music that exists on multiple planes. The artist discusses the early Internet, Roland gear, and running a label. Read More »