No matter what music you’re making, there are four audio effects you should master: EQ, compression, reverb, and delay. Learn how.
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The atmospheric sound of SYML is both stark and mysterious. Brian Fennell discusses his latest EP and the short film that accompanies
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Collab is a new iOS app from New Product Experimentation (NPE) at Facebook that helps people make music together. Learn how to
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A powerful synthesizer and arranging tool, FANTOM boosts output by eliminating barriers. Learn to use it to craft songs from start to
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Jubilee grew up in Miami where the 808 shaped her sonic DNA. She talks about keeping spirits high and how music creates
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Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier.
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Backing yourself up as a singer can be a daunting task. Here are a few strategies to help improve self-accompaniment skills.
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Synthwave has infiltrated the mainstream via Stranger Things and The Weeknd. Learn how to use the JUPITER-Xm to create future-retro
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You've made the music, now what? A full-time music publicist teaches you how to pitch your project and get coverage—DIY style.
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Badflower is a band where chemistry is paramount. The members speak from the studio where they're working on their sophomore release.
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Flying Lotus stretches the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music. Learn to use Roland Cloud instruments to make a track in his
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Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you'll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.
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METZ discusses the band’s history, helping small venues survive, and playing their new album live at the Toronto Opera House.
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Krust emerged from Bristol's fertile environment and became an electronic music icon. He's back with his first album in fourteen years.
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There's an excitement to playing a drum set for the first time. As a father, Oli Raud gets to revisit that feeling
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Simon Ash helps aspiring drummers of all ages on their percussion paths. Electronic drums are at the core of his instructional style.
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Richard Devine's new release stands on the shoulders of acid while twisting it into a new form. He speaks about creating the
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During 2020, many of us turned to creative pursuits while at home. For Simon Gottliffe, his positive escape came from drumming.
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Drummer XR blends drumming, green screen, and mixed-reality professional Matt Workman's immersive 3D world-building chops.
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In times of many challenges, musicians can learn a great deal by implementing the fundamental philosophies of yoga practice.
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The enigmatic artist creates his environment primarily with Roland Boutique synthesizers and drum machines. Visit his studio.
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The TR-606 endures for its crisp, punchy sound, as well as trigger capabilities and extensive mods. Find out why it remains a
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Through social media, our personal and artistic lives bleed into each other. What does this mean for musicians developing their branding?
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Can't find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
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The JUPITER-Xm is a powerful synthesizer. Zenbeats is a multi-platform app for music creation. When combined, the duo has impressive synergy.
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Practice can keep us sharp while waiting for live music to return. Anthony Carone of Canada's Arkells shares piano tips to maximize
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There’s a powerful, semi-modular synth in Roland Cloud to explore. Learn to connect the SYSTEM-100's virtual patch cords for new sounds.
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Kassi Ashton shares her creative journey from small-town Missouri to Music City recording artist in this mini-doc and profile.
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Samuel Proffitt's sophisticated sound is haunting. He discusses everything from screamo aspirations to rhythmic inspiration using the TR-808.
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In an exclusive conversation, engineers Hiromu Nagasawa and Akihiro Nagata discuss how the TR-06 adds to Roland’s legacy of innovation.
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You might have heard someone say, "There’s an app for that." Here’s a summary of the best piano apps that your kids
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A good DJ set is like a story with ups and downs and twists and turns. Here are a few tips to
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"Closer" by Nine Inch Nails is built around a densely layered groove featuring the TR-606. The edgy track achieved great chart success
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Mr. Oizo’s “Flat Beat” was an infectious song written for a Levi's® ad starring an orange puppet named Flat Eric. At its
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Detroit’s enigmatic duo Drexciya submerged themselves in Afrofuturist myth. "Rublicks Cube" is a transcendent TR-606 classic.
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The TR-606 was born of experimentation. It gave free rein to a generation of bold musicians like Autechre to create tracks like
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Before the legendary producer was a household name, Steve Albini used the TR-606 to achieve the punishing drum sounds of "I'm a
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808 State’s ode to the Roland TR-606 has stood the test of time as one of the quirkiest yet most trailblazing tunes
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The DJ-707M is a controller that doubles as a tool for mixing, streaming, and music performance. Learn to utilize its many advanced
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Mr. Tuna is a synth master from British Columbia whose converted barn serves as his studio. His social media savvy makes him
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Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck.
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Most piano students will encounter the chance to prepare for recitals, concerts, or auditions. Performances present powerful opportunities.
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Founded by A. G. Cook, PC Music is a label that spawned an entire genre, garnering widespread notoriety in the process.
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Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
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If you grew up in Canada, the music of Gowan sparks memories. The artist also has a longstanding role in theatrical legends
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Instagram introduced a new feature called Reels to create and discover short, entertaining videos. Learn how artists can utilize it.
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Learning piano as an adult should be fun, inspiring, and challenging. Find out why it's one of the most important decisions you
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Energetic, accomplished, and ambitious, BricksDaMane is one of the most prolific and in-demand producers in hip-hop.
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Understanding FM synthesis is considered a mystical art. Explore Frequency Modulation and how the TR-8S, TR-6S, and SYSTEM-8 utilize it.
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Sonic State provides the “first and fastest headlines from the high-tech music world.” See how they utilize the Roland VR-1HD.
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