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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Explore ground-breaking Roland drums—starting from the early days and looking to the future with D-Flux, the 50th anniversary concept model.
Utilizing the SPD-SX as a MIDI controller unlocks a new world of creative possibilities. Explore the SPD-SX as a production tool.
The drumming on the eternally funky “Let’s Groove” demonstrates how powerful disco rhythms can make listeners get up and move.
EXPLORE DJ AND PRODUCTION
Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos.
Amapiano music is synonymous with modern-day South African dance and electronic music. Learn to create tracks in this dynamic style.
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
Megan Thee Stallion is a rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter. Re-create her chart-topping hit “Savage” using Roland Zenbeats.
Music producers create melodies that inspire artists to write amazing songs. Discover some fresh tricks to level up your melodic game.
Stay-at-Home Drummer: Finding Engagement with Music
Stuart Williams
During 2020, many of us turned to creative pursuits while at home. For Simon Gottliffe, his positive escape came from drumming.
Time Machine: Remembering Neil Peart
Darren Schoepp
For Neil Peart’s birthday and in remembrance of his immeasurable contribution to drumming, we journey back to revisit the Time Machine.
Chris Wood of Bastille: Hybrid Kits and Beyond
Lyle Crilly
Chris Wood does more behind the kit than just playing drums. Learn how his hybrid kit informs Bastille’s uplifting, layered sound.
SPD::ONE WAV PAD Tips: Live Backing Tracks and Samples
Simon Ayton
Playing backing tracks and samples live is one of the most common new experiences a drummer encounters. Tools like the SPD::ONE WAV PAD offer solutions.
Using Hybrid Drums for a Competitive Edge
Simon Ayton
This guide will teach you how hybrid drums can benefit your drumming by helping you enhance, layer, and expand your sound.
Jay Weinberg of Slipknot and the VAD506
Ari Rosenschein
From stints in the E Street Band to his current role in one of metal’s most revered acts, Weinberg understands the power of responsive drums.
Ultimate Guide: Roland TD-17 V-Drums
Simon Ayton
Learn to use the Roland TD-17’s rich features to improve your drumming in a clear and simple way with this Ultimate Guide.
EXPLORE PIANO AND SYNTHESIZER
Design sounds using iconic Roland synths that share the same language: the JUNO-60, JUNO-106, JUPITER-8, JUPITER-4, PROMARS, and SH-101.
Vangelis’ “Elsewhere” has all the hallmarks of the late maestro: synths, emotion, and a sublime melody, all held together by two JUNO-106s.
As co-writer and producer for British alt-rockers The 1975, George Daniel's association with Roland is integral to the band's sound.
Beyoncé is one of the most revered artists of her generation. Re-create her smash “Break My Soul” using sounds from Roland Cloud.
The normally secretive artist took time to discuss the process behind creating their new GALAXIAS Scene Packs.