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The prolific player shares her thoughts on touring with RAYE, finding success in the music industry, and her Roland gear.
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Museum, artist incubator, distro, and record store—Submerge and Underground Resistance represents the interconnected Detroit music community.
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The brainchild of housemates recording late-night jams onto cassette, Night Tapes explains the process behind their atmospheric dream pop.
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Josh Manuel discusses hybrid drumming and how he uses Roland electronic gear to enhance his performances with Kane Brown.
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Explore the history and sound of the Roots' beloved track, “Mellow My Man," and learn to play some of drummer Questlove's iconic
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From Africa to the United Kingdom, eclectic dance star Junior Simba shares his passion for infusing ethnic sounds into his songcraft.
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Sarah Tudzin, songwriter and vocalist for illuminati hotties, guides us through her rapidly ascending career as a producer and mix engineer.
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The D-50 ushered in a new era of popular music that crossed all genres. Hear the synth in action with this varied
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Musical mad scientist Dolly Spectra discusses using her body as a MIDI controller in performance, community, and the future of electronic pop.
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The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic.
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The SH-2 is an early synth classic. Discover how to master this rarity via its authentic recreation in Roland Cloud.
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Few modern electronic musical instruments have had as wide and deep an impact as the TR-808. Learn how it changed what bass
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Interested in learning piano but don’t know where to begin? Here is everything you need to know before investing in your new
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Meet the engineering talents behind the Aerophone and learn about the digital wind instrument's journey from concept to fruition.
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With the Aerophone, you can practice without worrying about volume, tuning, or other distractions. Learn why it's ideal for new wind players.
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There are many paths to becoming a skilled wind player. Let’s explore how the Aerophone can help you achieve greatness anywhere, anytime.
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Reading music can seem complex, but it is a skill that opens up new doors. Discover how the Aerophone can help you
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Starting to play a new instrument can be a bit dry. The Roland Aerophone makes the process fun and encourages new players
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The Roland Aerophone is a convenient, low-maintenance way to spend more time on your music. Learn to care for this digital wind
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If you play the saxophone, you already know how to play the Aerophone. Learn why it’s regarded as one of the easiest
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The Aerophone is easy to use, fun to play, and provides many learning opportunities. Learn why it's popular with new and seasoned
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Hybrid drumming blends acoustic and electronic elements. Will Hunt of Evanescence explains his approach to the style.
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Explore this guide to the 90+ processing tools in ZENOLOGY FX, covering various processors, effects, and beyond.
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Keyboard virtuoso Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident talks gear history, love of live performance, and songwriting craft.
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Brooklyn trio Nation of Language demonstrates how its '80s-synth pop credentials are not just future past but future present.
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A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.
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Since its debut, the SYSTEM-8 has become a mainstay. From big room to dubstep to techno, its powerful synthesis engine covers all
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Daktyl is turning heads with his distinctive beats. The self-proclaimed gearhead discusses his influences, sample arsenal, and collabs.
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California-based DJ Mary Droppinz combines skills and taste with marketing acumen. The rising star shares the secrets behind her success.
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FANTOM is more than a synthesizer. Takeo Shirato and his team help illuminate the groundbreaking creative hub and its perpetual growth.
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GAIA 2 boasts a powerful hybrid engine combining wavetable and virtual analog synthesis. Its designers shed light on this dynamic instrument.
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Octave One’s Lenny Burden reveals the tools and techniques behind the duo’s tactile, electrifying live sets.
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The past decade saw hip-hop go stratospheric. This playlist highlights tracks that helped the genre dominate the international stage.
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Sometimes, a song’s intro transports us back to a specific time. Learn how the CR-78 formed the playful rhythmic bed for "Heart
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Before the TR-808 and TR-909 changed hip-hop and dance, the CR-78 changed pop. Here's the story of the last Roland organ-top rhythm
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In hip-hop history, the early 2000s represent the point when the genre began to have fun. Explore these standout tracks of the
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Experimental duo H31R strives to break through genre boundaries. The pair shares insight into their influences, gear, and creative process.
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In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, listen to these ten essential songs from the sound’s golden era, the 1990s.
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’70s hip-hop provided the perfect soundtrack to a good time. Get transported back to that magical period with these ten songs as
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