Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
MoreElectronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
MoreIf you grew up in Canada, the music of Gowan sparks memories. The artist also has a longstanding role in theatrical legends
MoreInstagram introduced a new feature called Reels to create and discover short, entertaining videos. Learn how artists can utilize it.
MoreLearning piano as an adult should be fun, inspiring, and challenging. Find out why it's one of the most important decisions you
MoreEnergetic, accomplished, and ambitious, BricksDaMane is one of the most prolific and in-demand producers in hip-hop.
MoreUnderstanding FM synthesis is considered a mystical art. Explore Frequency Modulation and how the TR-8S, TR-6S, and SYSTEM-8 utilize it.
MoreSonic State provides the “first and fastest headlines from the high-tech music world.” See how they utilize the Roland VR-1HD.
MoreLorne Wheaton's lengthy tenure with Neil Peart makes him a Rush fan favorite. Learn about their time on the road in this
MoreFor Neil Peart's birthday and in remembrance of his immeasurable contribution to drumming, we journey back to revisit the Time Machine.
MoreWhen I launched my first crowdfunding campaign, I had only seven Spotify followers. The project raised over $26,000 for my project.
MoreIt’s been a long journey for the tech house genre. We trace its history and development from the earliest days to the
MoreThe spiraling of the TR-909 on "Hunter" weaves a web of percussion. Immediately, the track draws the listener into a world of
MoreRoland's TR-909 and TR-808 are two of the most iconic drum machines in music history. Learn to create custom drum sounds with
MoreDave "Rave" Ogilvie shares his memories of recording Skinny Puppy's landmark Remission, one of the earliest recorded uses of the TR-909.
MoreThe cultural ramifications of "Big Fun" are difficult to measure. Inner City drafted the sonic palette for a movement.
MoreOrbital share memories of “Chime," the track that turned them into electronic icons, helping bring acid house from raves to Top of
MoreMore than 30 years after Derrick May's “Strings of Life” saw release, techno remains a pillar of the modern dance community.
MoreExplore the mysterious backstory of “Pump Up the Jam,” a worldwide electronic music smash and tale of mistaken identity.
MoreMantronix mixed Kraftwerk's experimental feel with the warmth of Grandmaster Flash. "Scream" remains a landmark electro-funk hip-hop mashup.
More“Heliosphan” relies on the drums to act as a driving force. Even when the track borders on chaos, the TR-909 maintains perfect
More30 years after its release, Joey Beltram’s “Energy Flash” remains one of the definitive techno tracks. It still sits easily in a
MoreYou may be surprised to learn that one of the original engineers of the Roland TR-909 is still active in the company.
MoreChris Wood does more behind the kit than just playing drums. Learn how his hybrid kit informs Bastille’s uplifting, layered sound.
MoreRoland Japan’s Engineering team gives us an exclusive glimpse into the Morph FM Synthesis feature for the TR-8S and TR-6S.
MoreJames Blake juxtaposes synthesizers and electronics with his voice and acoustic instruments. Use Roland Cloud synths to recreate his vibe.
MoreMegan Thee Stallion is a rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter. Re-create her chart-topping hit “Savage” using Roland Zenbeats.
MoreDavid Noller and Todd Walker of Dynamix II discuss their history, the Miami sound, and the quest to find an 808 in
MoreIn the face of a global pandemic, Tokyo's legendary trio Boris created a unique statement of purpose and hope.
MoreAli Stone's new single "Crudo," featuring ZENOLOGY, refers to a love that's pure, sincere, and gets better with time.
MoreVeteran music journalist Martin Douglas explores a cherished longtime friendship through the lenses of rap music and their hometown.
MoreThe Tokyo-based Takahashi shares his craft, inspiration, and aspirations toward building more deeply integrated man-machine interfaces.
MoreListen to new sounds from Telefon Tel Aviv, DJ Python, Shawn Rudiman, Richard Devine, Daedelus, and Jubilee using the TR-8S v2.0 Update.
MoreTwo sounds have dominated hip-hop in different ways: trap and lo-fi. Create tracks in both styles using Zenbeats and Roland Cloud.
MoreIt’s not a stretch to say that few bands were as formative in the early evolution of electronic music as Yellow Magic
MoreIn celebration of the 40th anniversary of the TR-808 and 808 Day, Tadao Kikumoto graciously offered his time for this exclusive conversation.
MoreTake a deep dive into the way streaming recommendations work—and how online algorithms shape our musical listening habits.
MoreWith the world hit by a pandemic, live events were postponed or canceled. In the Coronavirus Era, virtual concerts have taken their
MoreBon Harris walks us through the Nitzer Ebb story, outside projects, and how the SYSTEM-100 changed his musical trajectory.
MoreSeattle-based electronic music producer, Alda Agustiano—aka Chong the Nomad—knows how precious a single note can be.
More“Jam On It” by Newcleus is a true hip-hop classic. The track is dense with groove, creative production, and lyrical panache.
MoreLivestreaming has quickly become a way of life for DJs. The Roland DJ-707M unlocks livestreaming with an iOS device using the second
MoreFrom “Voodoo Ray” to blueprinting the jungle genre with “Black Secret Technology," A Guy Called Gerald pushes the boundaries of electronic dance
MoreThe intersection of music and technology has always been a space for happy accidents. In that pioneering spirit, we bring you this
MoreThe Roland TR-808 can create everything from a love song to a raging anthem. No wonder genres from industrial to rock to
MoreUsing the TR-808, vocoder, and modular synthesis, the enigmatic duo created a modern dance classic.
MoreThe Roland TR-808, used on Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s alluring 2013 hit, “Drunk In Love,” is an essential bed upon which to create
MoreIf music has no boundaries, why does its genesis usually occur within four walls? Biomusic is rooted in non-human sounds.
MoreThe TR-808 pattern at the center of “Hangin' on a String” elevates the moody groove.
MoreFor the past 40 years Roland drum machines, samplers, sequencers, and synths have played an integral role in shaping the sound of
MoreDoNormaal rose to local fame in Seattle with her effortless-yet-determined rapping style and evocative, eye-catching live performances.
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