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.
Ari Rosenschein
Ari is Sr. Manager, Brand Storytelling Copy and Editorial for Roland. He lives in Seattle with his wife and dogs and enjoys the woods, rain, and coffee of his region.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Track Talk: “Sample Talk” by Lance Skiiiwalker
Ari Rosenschein
February 23, 2023
“Sample Talk” is a unique track that discusses the concept of sampling. Learn how Lance Skiiiwalker created it with help from the JUNO-60.
Hybrid Theory: Mike Reid with Rihanna
Ari Rosenschein
February 14, 2023
On the eve of Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance, Mike Reid discusses his history, lessons from artists, and the power of hybrid drumming.