Sonic State and the VR-1HD: Streamlining Production
Ari Rosenschein
September 16, 2020
Sonic State provides the “first and fastest headlines from the high-tech music world.” See how they utilize the Roland VR-1HD.
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.
Dave Ogilvie on Skinny Puppy and the TR-909
Ari Rosenschein
September 9, 2020
Dave “Rave” Ogilvie shares his memories of recording Skinny Puppy’s landmark Remission, one of the earliest recorded uses of the TR-909.
Boris and the Power of NO
Ari Rosenschein
August 21, 2020
In the face of a global pandemic, Tokyo’s legendary trio Boris created a unique statement of purpose and hope.
A Few Minutes with Ali Stone and ZENOLOGY
Ari Rosenschein
August 19, 2020
Ali Stone’s new single “Crudo,” featuring ZENOLOGY, refers to a love that’s pure, sincere, and gets better with time.
TR-8S v2.0 Update: Exclusive Artist Tracks
Ari Rosenschein
August 13, 2020
Listen to new sounds from Telefon Tel Aviv, DJ Python, Shawn Rudiman, Richard Devine, Daedelus, and Jubilee using the TR-8S v2.0 Update.
Synthesizing Belief: A Conversation with Bon Harris of Nitzer Ebb
Ari Rosenschein
July 28, 2020
Bon Harris walks us through the Nitzer Ebb story, outside projects, and how the SYSTEM-100 changed his musical trajectory.
Sound Behind the Song: “Jam On It” by Newcleus
Ari Rosenschein
July 27, 2020
“Jam On It” by Newcleus is a true hip-hop classic. The track is dense with groove, creative production, and lyrical panache.
Batteries Sometimes Included: 4 Music Tech Innovations
Ari Rosenschein
July 26, 2020
The intersection of music and technology has always been a space for happy accidents. In that pioneering spirit, we bring you this short list of musical innovations.
Sound Behind the Song: “Hangin’ on a String” by Loose Ends
Ari Rosenschein
July 22, 2020
The TR-808 pattern at the center of “Hangin’ on a String” elevates the moody groove.
5 Ways to Supercharge Your DAW with Roland Cloud
Ari Rosenschein
July 17, 2020
Roland Cloud’s collection of virtual synthesizers, drum machines, and sampled instruments has been a go-to tool for producers, electronic artists, and beatmakers since its inception.