Led Zeppelin reinvented the 1927 blues classic as a head-bobbing riff fest. Recreate the John Bonham beat that continues to inspire drummers.
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With useful upgrades, the TD-07 series is perfect for the progressing drummer or beginner wanting something more from the get-go.
Joseph Butler IV and Torrence Thomas discuss how the SPD-SX turned a three-piece band into a full production, blending tracks and live playing.
Travie McCoy’s Gym Class Heroes answered the call to return with new music. Learn about the motivation and gear behind their beats and why love is the universal language.
EXPLORE DJ AND PRODUCTION
Looking for a music production app to help achieve your goals? Learn how the evolving features in Zenbeats can help you find your sound.
Megan Thee Stallion is a rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter. Re-create her chart-topping hit “Savage” using Roland Zenbeats.
Hip-hop country crossover “A Hard Working Man” drips with vibe, melody, and love for the classics. Find out how the Avila Brothers made it.
Pop Smoke was a rapper, producer, and singer who rose to stardom in 2019. Learn how to use Roland’s Zenbeats to recreate his immortal “Dior."
Music producers create melodies that inspire artists to write amazing songs. Discover some fresh tricks to level up your melodic game.
Hybrid Theory: Daru Jones
Carolyn Shlensky
Daru Jones has a style all his own. The hybrid drummer discusses touring with Jack White, custom kits, and the importance of individuality in hip-hop.
On the Drums: DW Foundations
Nate Duchene
Here is the story of DW Drums—from its earliest days as a teaching studio right up to the latest innovations.
On the Drums: DW Sonic Philosophy
Nate Duchene
Explore the continuing story of DW Drums as the company expands from early hardware innovation into world-class drum manufacturing.
On the Drums: DW Into the Future
Nate Duchene
Dive into DW’s inspiring legacy as the company enters the world of high-fidelity audio drum samples with DW Soundworks™.
Listening Guide: Jim Keltner
Nate Duchene
Jim Keltner has been a go-to session drummer since the ’70s. From ex-Beatles to Bob Dylan to Steely Dan, here’s a taste of the legendary player.
Sheila E.: A Glamorous Life of Rhythm
Nate Duchene
Learn about the legendary percussionist’s family legacy, powerhouse collaborations, and career highlights.
Living the Stream with Mitch Bruzzese
Ari Rosenschein
The online star shares secrets about gaining his Twitch fandom, his hi-tech setup, and what inspires him about livestreaming.
Hybrid Theory: Noah Hyppolite with Mick Jenkins
Carolyn Shlensky
Noah Hyppolite discusses hybrid hip-hop drumming and how he navigates the intersection of touring with Mick Jenkins and a career in aerospace.
Butch Vig, Abe Cunningham, and the New Era of V-Drums
Ari Rosenschein
The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
Hybrid Theory: Glastonbury Scene Report
Carolyn Shlensky
From the Glastonbury Festival grounds, hybrid drummers share their setups and offer advice to aspiring musicians.
EXPLORE PIANO AND SYNTHESIZER
Explore this guide to the 90+ processing tools in ZENOLOGY FX, covering various processors, effects, and beyond.
Explore these eight lesser-known tips and help fully utilize the beatmaking potential of Roland Cloud's powerful TR-808 plugin.
KIYOLA is the ultimate expression of a collaboration between Roland and furniture maker Karimoku. This is the story of how it happened.
Flying Lotus stretches the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music. Learn to use Roland Cloud instruments to make a track in his style.
Break down the techniques to create 303-based sounds, complete with step-by-step programming tips and real-world track references.