The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
The P-6 is a compact sampler capable of a wide range of sample processing and compositional techniques. Learn to use this flexible, portable instrument.
Roland engineers from across multiple disciplines shed light on this groundbreaking new approach to piano sonics.
From the Glastonbury Festival grounds, hybrid drummers share their setups and offer advice to aspiring musicians.
Hybrid drumming blends acoustic and electronic elements. Frank Zummo discusses his approach and gear during the final Sum 41 world tour.
The “Purple Rain” drum parts by Bobby Z. provide a classic example of how to play a power ballad for maximum emotional impact.
Josh Manuel discusses hybrid drumming and how he uses Roland electronic gear to enhance his performances with Kane Brown.
Songwriting can be a daunting task for both beginners and pros. With GO:KEYS, streamline your creative process like never before.
Did you know that GO:KEYS is a songwriter’s dream come true? Here’s how you can create your first pop song with the powerful instrument.
Want to write an R&B song but don’t know where to begin? Here is a step-by-step introduction to songwriting with this powerful instrument.
Have you been waiting to begin your musical journey? Learn the basics of rhythm, meter, pitch, notation, and song arrangement.
Roland has always worked to create the ultimate electronic piano feel and sound. Dive into the history of the RD family of stage pianos.
The SH-2 is an early synth classic. Discover how to master this rarity via its authentic recreation in Roland Cloud.
Few modern electronic musical instruments have had as wide and deep an impact as the TR-808. Learn how it changed what bass can be.
Explore this guide to the 90+ processing tools in ZENOLOGY FX, covering various processors, effects, and beyond.
Pearl & the Oysters explain how the track Konami allowed them to dream again after the pandemic shattered their move to Los Angeles.
"Sample Talk" is a unique track that discusses the concept of sampling. Learn how Lance Skiiiwalker created it with help from the JUNO-60.
Tone Explorer is a technology preview from Roland Future Design Lab, made available for music creators to try as a GALAXIAS Labs Experiment.
Meet the engineering talents behind the Aerophone and learn about the digital wind instrument's journey from concept to fruition.
The lead designers behind the SP-404MKII provide an exclusive look inside the making of the updated version of the beloved classic.
The SP-404 helped usher in lo-fi hip-hop. Roland’s Engineering team answers questions on the most intriguing aspects of the iconic SP series.
Roland's Development team discusses all things VERSELAB, a new music production tool that makes it easy to create songs from pop to hip-hop.
Heywood is a lifelong Californian who now splits time between Los Angeles and the high desert. He is co-founder of the record label Chain Letter Collective and founded Chain Letter Press as a publishing home for both his creative output and copywriting. He lives with his spouse and their dog, Scully.
Jessi Brown is a writer who lives in Seattle and online. She’s been tinkering with technology for over 25 years and never stops thinking about how it’s made and how it affects people.
Jordan Blum resides in Philadelphia and holds an MFA in Fiction. He’s Editor-in-Chief of The Bookends Review, author of Jethro Tull: Every Album, Every Song and Dream Theater: Every Album, Every Song, Associate Editor at PopMatters and a contributor to CoS, Kerrang!, Metal Injection, and PROG.
Lyle Crilly works with Roland's Global Artist Relations team and lives in Toronto, Ontario with his wife and new puppy. He enjoys a good shot of caffeine in the morning, yurting, and Cumbia.