Go inside Daramola's studio sessions with Shakira, Marc Anthony, and others to see how Roland synths form the secret architecture of modern Latin hitmaking.
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Explore the next phase of the 808 with these groundbreaking tracks that stretch, bend, and reshape the sound of the classic drum machine.
Explore the second phase of the TR-808’s expanding global influence, from its analog origins into futurist funk and beyond.
Dive into this companion to the first phase of a three-part NTS radio series tracing the TR-808 across continents and cultures.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
From The Hooters to Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman has great timing. Discover how the JUNO-60 helped craft classic songs and capture magic moments.
Jubilee grew up in Miami where the 808 shaped her sonic DNA. She talks about keeping spirits high and how music creates community.
Keys player and musical director Ashton Miranda is living his dream on Ed Sheeran’s +–=÷x world tour. But his success didn’t come easily.
Nathan Fake creates music that exists on multiple planes. The artist discusses the early Internet, Roland gear, and running a label.
The enigmatic artist Photay opens up about his improvisational collaborators, the power of the weather, and how location influences art.
Listening Guide: Daramola
Keith Nelson Jr.
Go inside Daramola’s studio sessions with Shakira, Marc Anthony, and others to see how Roland synths form the secret architecture of modern Latin hitmaking.
Listening Guide: The Future Is Still 808 Ep. 03 “The Future”
Nick Dwyer
Explore the next phase of the 808 with these groundbreaking tracks that stretch, bend, and reshape the sound of the classic drum machine.
Listening Guide: The Future Is Still 808 Ep. 02 “The Worldwide Takeover”
Nick Dwyer
Explore the second phase of the TR-808’s expanding global influence, from its analog origins into futurist funk and beyond.
Listening Guide: The Future Is Still 808 Ep. 01 “The Origins”
Nick Dwyer
Dive into this companion to the first phase of a three-part NTS radio series tracing the TR-808 across continents and cultures.
Sound Behind the Song: Twin Peaks Theme
Tom Wonnacott
Join us on a walk through the mysterious sycamore trees of Twin Peaks, as we unveil the secrets behind the show’s legendary opening theme.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
From panels to interviews to performances, here is a rundown of Roland's presence at Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2025.
Grammy-winning Portugal. the Man is the first band to release its own cryptocurrency, the PTM Coin. Find out how and why.
Find out how Point Blank and educator Angela Piva use Roland Cloud to help students master music production, beatmaking, synthesis, and more.
Founded by A. G. Cook, PC Music is a label that spawned an entire genre, garnering widespread notoriety in the process.
Bandcamp is a resource for artists and labels of all sizes. Learn how to maximize this essential, fan-favorite platform.